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My first enrollment at Young Harris College was as a high school senior at the YHC Academy. I had previously attended three different high schools, and my dad (a Methodist minister) was being transferred to another church. To spare me from moving to a fourth high school, my parents decided that I would finish high school at the academy and then attend college at YHC.
President Charles Clegg made it possible, and it was an awesome opportunity that opened many doors for me. My work scholarship included serving in the dining hall, where I was assigned to two tables where the men's basketball team always ate. Can you imagine a shy 15-year-old girl in that situation on her first time away from home? There was never any incident of less-than-gentlemanly behavior toward me-the "Young Harris spirit" and "code of behavior" were both prevalent. During the time I was at YHC, Christian principles were emphasized with values I was allowed to carry into public schools and am still proud to claim and demonstrate in my life.
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Nominate Fellow Alumni for the Annual Alumni Awards!
Each year, the Young Harris College Alumni Association honors outstanding alumni and friends of Young Harris College during Alumni Weekend. The 2013 award recipients will be announced and recognized on Friday evening, April 19, 2013, at the Half Century Club Dinner and Annual Alumni Awards Ceremony. Please take a moment to nominate alumni you believe deserve recognition by completing the alumni awards nomination form online.
Nominations may be submitted in eight categories and are due by Friday, Jan. 4, 2013.
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YHC Constructs New Residence Hall 
In September 2012, construction began on a new residence hall that will provide an additional 200 beds for freshmen and sophomores. The new residence hall is scheduled to open in time for Fall 2013 occupancy. Alumni can watch the progress of YHC's newest facility in real time.
To commemorate the legacy of Appleby East, alumni will have the opportunity to purchase bricks from Appleby East.
Brick $25
Shipping $15To order your brick today, contact the Office of Alumni Services at (706) 379-5334 or alumni@yhc.edu.
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Young Harris College
Office of Alumni Services
P.O. Box 275
Young Harris, GA 30582
alumni@yhc.edu
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A publication of Communications and Marketing at Young Harris College, Today@YHC is an online newsletter for all Young Harris College alumni.
Please submit any story ideas and alumni photos to alumni@yhc.edu.
View Today@YHC archives.
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Alumni Spotlight: Elizabeth Lobello
 As the daughter of a Methodist minister, Young Harris College alumna Elizabeth Lobello, '02, called many small towns home in the north Georgia mountains while growing up. This connection to the United Methodist Church is what ultimately led her to YHC. "Having grown up nurtured by the people of the UMC, I knew that there would be a place for me at YHC. I knew that being immersed in God's beautiful creation in the mountains would be a wonderful way for me to begin my college career," she explained. Read more>> |
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5 Questions for... Jeff Bauman
 When Young Harris College Professor of Music, Director of Choral and Vocal Activities and Musical Theatre Program Co-Coordinator Jeff Bauman moved to the north Georgia mountains in 1992, he had no idea that he would call it home for the next two decades and counting. In addition to helping shape the College's baccalaureate degree in music, Bauman currently directs the YHC Chamber Choir and serves as music director for the musical theatre program. Find out what Bauman loves about life in the "Enchanted Valley"-and what he and his students are gaining from unique musical experiences overseas. Read more>> |
 YHC Athletics Partners with Make-A-Wish FoundationYoung Harris College recently hosted "Breakfast with Santa" in the Recreation and Fitness Center on Dec. 1 to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Georgia. The event was co-sponsored by the YHC Department of Athletics, YHC Recreation and Fitness Center, Sodexo and the Always Christmas store in Hiawassee. Young Harris College student-athletes and coaches served breakfast during the event. Those in attendance also had the opportunity to take a photo with Santa Claus provided by S & S Pix, with a portion of proceeds benefitting the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Read more>>
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YHC Baseball Team Prepares for Mission Trip to the Dominican Republic
Twenty-three members of the Young Harris College baseball team will travel to the Dominican Republic, Dec. 10-16, to take part in a special mission trip coordinated by the sports missions ministry SCORE International. The YHC baseball team will play against teams from the Dominican Republic and participate in outreach in local communities, orphanages and churches. Read more>> |
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YHC Hosts 2012 Georgia Music Teachers Association Annual Conference
 Young Harris College recently hosted the Georgia Music Teachers Association (GMTA) annual conference, Nov. 1-3. Held on the YHC campus, the three-day event featured lectures, workshops, competitions, master classes and performances that were attended by more than 1,000 conference participants and community members. Read more>> |
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YHC Students to "Find Roots" During Ireland Study Abroad Experience
In May 2013, 22 Young Harris College students will set out on an immersive tour of Ireland led by Dean of the Division of Humanities and Professor of English Ruth Looper, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Biology Brenda Hull and Professor of English and Academic Success Center Director Louisa Franklin. Students will primarily explore Dublin and Sligo, while also visiting nearby counties such as Meath, Fermanagh and Galway. Read more>> |
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YHC Outdoor Leadership Seniors Engage with Local Education Programs
 The Young Harris College outdoor leadership program continued to integrate academic service learning into the curriculum this fall through a senior seminar course that allowed students to continue working with the Union County Alternative Education Program (AEP) in Blairsville. This partnership was established last spring as part of a new "Adventure Therapy" course taught by Instructor of Outdoor Leadership Danae Turchyn. Read more>> |
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YHC's Student Government Association Commemorates Sharp Hall's 100th Birthday
 In commemoration of Sharp Hall's 100th birthday, Young Harris College's Student Government Association (SGA) recently hosted a special celebration in Myers Student Center that included informative historical displays and a birthday cupcake party on Nov. 17 during Homecoming weekend. Built in 1912, Sharp Hall stands as the second oldest building on the YHC campus after Susan B. Harris Chapel. Read more>> |
Homecoming 2012: "A Blast from the Past!"
Young Harris College students and alumni and Mountain Lions fans kicked off the 2012-2013 basketball season with Homecoming, Nov. 16-17. The weekend kicked off Friday night with a student-led pep rally and bonfire, followed by a Homecoming parade on Saturday morning that included a variety of student-created floats. Tailgating festivities and a celebratory pre-game picnic lunch catered by Atlanta's world-famous drive-in The Varsity followed for YHC students and alumni. A special reception was also held for all former YHC basketball athletes and cheerleaders. Also on Saturday, YHC's Student Government Association (SGA) hosted a special exhibit celebrating Sharp Hall's 100th birthday. The YHC women's basketball team defeated Bryan College 75-46, while the men's basketball team lost to Shorter University in a close match 98-87. During the games, the YHC Student Government Association were named Homecoming Week Champions. Senior communication studies major Matt Wilmer, of Loganville, and senior biology major Emalyn Cork, of Marietta, were crowned Homecoming King and Queen. Click here to view more photos of Homecoming 2012! |
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