As we’re coming up on the last few weeks of the semester, and looking towards final exams, students are starting to wrap up exciting work in and out of the classroom, from research projects and films to internships and jobs across campus. They will get to commemorate their achievements and the end of the semester with a series of events intended to celebrate and help them destress during this home stretch.
April 18, 2023
Students presented research & creative activities they’ve been working on throughout the semester.
Around 70% of students complete some form of a project during their time at UNC Asheville.
The full list of presentations from the symposium can be found here.
April 19, 2023
Previously known as the LEAP Awards, this year’s Leadership Education and Development Awards continued the tradition of honoring students, faculty, and staff for their contributions to the campus and the greater community through service, leadership, and engagement.
April 21 - 22, 2023
Art students will have a variety of functional and decorative pottery, prints, and other artwork for sale to the campus and the greater Asheville community. Find out more about this semester's sale here.
April 26, 2023
Our Health & Counseling Counseling Center has maintained a program in which students can stop by and interact with adorable pups on campus to destress in between classes. The final Therapy Dogs event of the school year will be held on Reading Day, which marks the transition from classes to final exams.
During Exam Week, Brown Dining Hall opens later in the evening to offer a late-night breakfast to students, served to you by your favorite members of the faculty and staff.
Students can also showcase their skills by singing karaoke.
It’s a fun way to destress amidst the hustle and bustle of exam week.
April 29, 2023
Asheville Campus Entertainment has commemorated the end of the academic year with its Lawn Party Event. This year it is being rebranded to be the Lawn & Pool Party. Join in for food, games, and other fun activities in between studying for exams.
May 4-5, 2023
In addition to the larger commencement ceremony, there are smaller ceremonies for special populations in the campus community.
The Office of Multicultural Affairs hosts the Lavender Graduation and Donning of the Stoles ceremonies to honor LGBTQ+ and BIPOC graduates, respectively.
The Office of Student Transitions & Family Programs hosts ceremonies to celebrate First Generation college students as well as student veterans.
We are proud of all our students and their resilience and look forward to celebrating new graduates at Commencement on May 6.
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