Welcome to the Early College Community!

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The Early College Community is for students who want to build connections with like-minded individuals who have completed their Associate's degree and are now transitioning to a four-year university. The community is for students who identify as Early College or transfer students who want the first-year experience of living in a residence hall. The community will be built in Thunder Hill Residence Hall through organized and suggested activities, monthly floor meetings, and participation in the group chat.

This community helps incoming students connect with potentially like-minded peers and build a network of friends and peers that will hopefully last throughout their time at App State. Application to this community is not done through the housing RLC applications. If you have interest in joining the community, or if you have any questions, please send an email to the Director, Jordan Brown, at brownje4@appstate.edu

Program Benefits & Opportunities

Members of the Early College Community will have the opportunity to:

  • Interact informally with students, faculty, and staff who identify as Early College graduates
  • Engage in social interaction with like-minded peers
  • Take advantage of an extra network of supports to settle into college life
  • Connect with campus partners

Participant Expectations

Members of the Early College Community will be expected to:

  • Attend regularly scheduled Community meetings and events
  • Plan and participate in Community activities and events
  • Connect with peers and leaders