The History Department faculty not only bring a wealth of expertise and knowledge in their fields, they genuinely like to help students and see them succeed. Although your instructor (Dr. Rwany Sibaja) is your main support and resource in HIS 4100, you have extra support as well:
- Contact your program advisor at any time for academic, career, personal, or any other support you need this semester.
- History Education: Jennifer Morris
- History (BS) Multidisciplinary; Applied & Public History: Amy Hudnall
- History (BA): Catherine Turner
campus resources
Appalachian State University also offers support for students in various capacities:
- The University Writing Center is located in Belk Library. It is a free resource available to all App State students. Consultants are experienced writers who work with students one-on-one to assist with any aspect of the writing process. Consultants provide assistance with writing at all stages and in any subject matter.
- Belk Library offers a variety of support services. Their Research Advisory Program is particularly useful in the early stages of any project; staff can help you find the research sources you will need for your topic (not just on-shelf books and journals in JSTOR!).
- The History Dept. liaison in Belk Library is Breanne Crumpton. Contact her if you have specific questions.
- Instructional Technology is located (conveniently) in Anne Belk Hall on the first floor. You can access the entrance from the rear of the building facing Varsity Gym. IT Services is the central support structure for assisting students with computer technology. The Technology Support Center handles both software and hardware issues for student personal computers, which is a fantastic and cost-effective way to keep your computer running smoothly. Support may also be contacted in a number of other ways at: https://support.appstate.edu/students.
- The Career Development Center serves all students, as well as alumni, in future professional planning. CDC services include resume and cover letter reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools to achieve life and professional success.
- The Office of Student Affairs offers even more services.
Medical and Other Issues
Every semester, an illness or a family emergency forces someone to miss an assignment or even class day. If you find yourself in this situation, speak to the instructor as soon as possible in person, by phone, or by email, and visit the M.S. Shook Student Health Service. Without an effort to communicate, missed assignments should be evaluated as such by both instructor and class participant (including class participation).
COVID
COVID comes and goes. Please take all precautionary measures to protect yourself, as well as your classmates and instructor.
Special needs / disability resources
Appalachian State University is committed to providing an inclusive experience, accessible learning environments and equal opportunity to individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Individuals needing reasonable accommodations should contact the Office of Disability Resources (828.262.3056 or odr.appstate.edu).
All students are encouraged to make use of the University Writing Center. Consultants can help with the unique needs of students, including clarity, organization, grammar and spelling, formatting and the theory and practice of documenting outside resources. To make an appointment, call 262-3144 or visit the website (writingcenter.appstate.edu) for current hours and additional information and resources.
Food [in]security
Any student who has difficulty affording groceries or accessing sufficient food to eat every day, or who lacks a safe and stable place to live, and believes this may affect their performance in the course, is urged to contact the Dean of Students, 324 Plemmons Student Union, for a list of resources and support. The ASU Food Pantry and Free Store is a free resource with pantry and personal care items, located in the Office of Sustainability on the bottom floor of East Hall. Furthermore, please notify the professor if you are comfortable in doing so. This will enable us to assist you in finding the resources you may need.
