Welcome to the Bobcat Family here at Lees-McRae College, making the decision to further continue one's education here was the correct choice! This mountainous environment and joyous staff and peers invite everyone to take control of their own education and become a scholar. Here at Lees-McRae College one establishes a foundation of skills required for further development, it'll be the best four years of your life!
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Get involved with Lees-McRae College activities and workplace. This is now your home away from home so you must make the best of it. Get to know your professors; they are your single greatest resource. They have spent many years becoming a trained professional in their field of study. Be assertive, create your own support systems and seek help immediately when you realize you may need it. Take advantage of the library and their tutoring services. Students working as tutors are intelligent individuals who have been exclusively handpicked and recommended, they are some of the elites. Remember to plan ahead to satisfy academic obligations and then make room for everything else. Challenge yourself, make thoughtful decisions, and think beyond the moment.
Keep in mind that you have a whole college career that you have worked hard for. Now that you have a grasp of what to expect it will make the transition much smoother. Stay focused, work hard and be proud of your alma mater.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Avoiding procrastination is an immense factor. College academics are built upon each class, so studying is vital. It is nearly impossible to fit in all the social and academic incentives. Planning a schedule for studying, work and socializing is key to learning how to balance devotion for each activity.The library is a resource center open until 12 pm on weekdays. It has small secluded sections made for completing school work, researching or simply unwinding. Besides, with class schedules come subjects that may not be interesting, but get passionate about learning!
Describe the dorm life at your college.
The dormitory is your primary source for meeting new people. As incoming, you will be living in a building filled with dozens of fellow freshmen and upperclassmen just as eager to experience the college life. Prepare for all kinds of personalities, there will be some people that you will find difficult to be tolerate, but remember to weigh the importance of peace.
There is a choice of living with a roommate or by ones self. Internet and cable is also provided.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Food and dining services are open to feedback! They do respond to all feedback on a bulletin board. Your voices are being heard. Delicious salad bar, soup station, different types of milk and cereal, soft drinks, water, tea, all you can eat buffet servings and desserts available.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Lees-McRae College in present day is not much different from back then. Aside from physical school expansion, the environment is identical. The four year college is located in the town of Banner Elk nestled in the Blue Ride Mountains of western North Carolina. Lees-McRae College has the highest elevation of any college campus east of the Mississippi river. The climate is adjustable, though it is recommended to be ready for snow, rain and tons of fog. This mountainous region is highly recommendable for anyone who likes to camp, hike, ski or explore the invigorating outdoors.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
College is voluntary and expensive. You have gained independence, you are in a new place, and your adult life is gradually beginning. Managing your own time is vital to balance responsibilities and set priorities. There will be moral and ethical decisions you may have never faced before and it is your job to stay on top of things. That is 33,000 dollars a year that can be wasted partying, failing classes, being in the wrong major or making the best of it. So many young adults go into copious amounts of debt for degrees that will not help them get a career. Schedules tend to look lighter than they actually are, so pick and choose classes wisely. You are expected to take responsibility for what you do and do not do, as well as for the consequences of your decisions. College is not guided, and professors will not remind you of due dates, incomplete work or initiate contact if you need assistance. College is a learning environment in which you take responsibility and apply what you have learned, but it's all worth it if you put in the effort.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Being over a century old, this college is bound to have a small amount of paranormal activity. Emily Draughn, the campus ghost, is a child who died of tuberculosis at the age of 12 in the 1930s. She died in what was Grace Memorial Hospital and is now Tate Dormitory, a four-story building near the northeast side of campus. If you ask nicely, faculty members in the library may tell you some personal experiences they had with real bone chilling encounters. Encounters such as this inspire many students to uncover more of Emily's history. Yes, Lees-McRae College's history is very rich and I have enjoyed learning more in depth about it.
College can be a challenging and an adapting experience for anyone; however, here at Lees-McRae College we have Mountain Day where we dedicate a day enjoying the mountains, doing community service. Abstract [Students spend time throughout campus working on projects such as painting, planting flowers, collecting recycling and giving the campus a good spring cleaning.]
Which types of students will excel at your college?
All types of students are welcome to Lees-McRae Ceollege! Even if you have already declared your major and know what you want to study, it is a good idea to expose yourself to different subjects. Not only will this help you with connecting ideas and exercising the mind, but broadening your horizons and becoming intellectually curious.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Remember that high school was the stepping stone between guided schooling and the freedom of college. At college many more doors are open for one to explore! There are many clubs and activities at Lees-McRae College and some of which I enjoy are - Backpacking Club where students learn the skills necessary to enjoy the activities as well as the safety considerations for backcountry camping and travel. Campus Ministry Leadership Team where students hold worship services, lead student Bible study groups and implement community service projects. Last but not least, there is also Nerd Club where students can exchange ideas, video games, card games and ultimately enjoy each others company.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There are currently only 4 (in total) sororities and fraternities.
AAY (Alpha Alpha Psi) - Fraternity
BOK (Beta Omega Kappa) - Fraternity
DOT (Delta Omicron Theta) - Sorority
DZN (Delta Zeta Nu) - Sorority
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Campus security is willing to listen to ideas and implement any structures in order for students to feel safe. There is also a phone number to call whenever in trouble - at any time.
Welcome to the Bobcat Family here at Lees-McRae College, making the decision to further continue one's education here was the correct choice! This mountainous environment and joyous staff and peers invite everyone to take control of their own education and become a scholar. Here at Lees-McRae College one establishes a foundation of skills required for further development, it'll be the best four years of your life!
Get involved with Lees-McRae College activities and workplace. This is now your home away from home so you must make the best of it. Get to know your professors; they are your single greatest resource. They have spent many years becoming a trained professional in their field of study. Be assertive, create your own support systems and seek help immediately when you realize you may need it. Take advantage of the library and their tutoring services. Students working as tutors are intelligent individuals who have been exclusively handpicked and recommended, they are some of the elites. Remember to plan ahead to satisfy academic obligations and then make room for everything else. Challenge yourself, make thoughtful decisions, and think beyond the moment. Keep in mind that you have a whole college career that you have worked hard for. Now that you have a grasp of what to expect it will make the transition much smoother. Stay focused, work hard and be proud of your alma mater.
Avoiding procrastination is an immense factor. College academics are built upon each class, so studying is vital. It is nearly impossible to fit in all the social and academic incentives. Planning a schedule for studying, work and socializing is key to learning how to balance devotion for each activity.The library is a resource center open until 12 pm on weekdays. It has small secluded sections made for completing school work, researching or simply unwinding. Besides, with class schedules come subjects that may not be interesting, but get passionate about learning!
The dormitory is your primary source for meeting new people. As incoming, you will be living in a building filled with dozens of fellow freshmen and upperclassmen just as eager to experience the college life. Prepare for all kinds of personalities, there will be some people that you will find difficult to be tolerate, but remember to weigh the importance of peace. There is a choice of living with a roommate or by ones self. Internet and cable is also provided.
Food and dining services are open to feedback! They do respond to all feedback on a bulletin board. Your voices are being heard. Delicious salad bar, soup station, different types of milk and cereal, soft drinks, water, tea, all you can eat buffet servings and desserts available.
Lees-McRae College in present day is not much different from back then. Aside from physical school expansion, the environment is identical. The four year college is located in the town of Banner Elk nestled in the Blue Ride Mountains of western North Carolina. Lees-McRae College has the highest elevation of any college campus east of the Mississippi river. The climate is adjustable, though it is recommended to be ready for snow, rain and tons of fog. This mountainous region is highly recommendable for anyone who likes to camp, hike, ski or explore the invigorating outdoors.
College is voluntary and expensive. You have gained independence, you are in a new place, and your adult life is gradually beginning. Managing your own time is vital to balance responsibilities and set priorities. There will be moral and ethical decisions you may have never faced before and it is your job to stay on top of things. That is 33,000 dollars a year that can be wasted partying, failing classes, being in the wrong major or making the best of it. So many young adults go into copious amounts of debt for degrees that will not help them get a career. Schedules tend to look lighter than they actually are, so pick and choose classes wisely. You are expected to take responsibility for what you do and do not do, as well as for the consequences of your decisions. College is not guided, and professors will not remind you of due dates, incomplete work or initiate contact if you need assistance. College is a learning environment in which you take responsibility and apply what you have learned, but it's all worth it if you put in the effort.
Being over a century old, this college is bound to have a small amount of paranormal activity. Emily Draughn, the campus ghost, is a child who died of tuberculosis at the age of 12 in the 1930s. She died in what was Grace Memorial Hospital and is now Tate Dormitory, a four-story building near the northeast side of campus. If you ask nicely, faculty members in the library may tell you some personal experiences they had with real bone chilling encounters. Encounters such as this inspire many students to uncover more of Emily's history. Yes, Lees-McRae College's history is very rich and I have enjoyed learning more in depth about it. College can be a challenging and an adapting experience for anyone; however, here at Lees-McRae College we have Mountain Day where we dedicate a day enjoying the mountains, doing community service. Abstract [Students spend time throughout campus working on projects such as painting, planting flowers, collecting recycling and giving the campus a good spring cleaning.]
All types of students are welcome to Lees-McRae Ceollege! Even if you have already declared your major and know what you want to study, it is a good idea to expose yourself to different subjects. Not only will this help you with connecting ideas and exercising the mind, but broadening your horizons and becoming intellectually curious.
Remember that high school was the stepping stone between guided schooling and the freedom of college. At college many more doors are open for one to explore! There are many clubs and activities at Lees-McRae College and some of which I enjoy are - Backpacking Club where students learn the skills necessary to enjoy the activities as well as the safety considerations for backcountry camping and travel. Campus Ministry Leadership Team where students hold worship services, lead student Bible study groups and implement community service projects. Last but not least, there is also Nerd Club where students can exchange ideas, video games, card games and ultimately enjoy each others company.
There are currently only 4 (in total) sororities and fraternities. AAY (Alpha Alpha Psi) - Fraternity BOK (Beta Omega Kappa) - Fraternity DOT (Delta Omicron Theta) - Sorority DZN (Delta Zeta Nu) - Sorority
Campus security is willing to listen to ideas and implement any structures in order for students to feel safe. There is also a phone number to call whenever in trouble - at any time.