Campus Support

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 3630 – Teaching History with New Media – 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.
  • Reach out to other members of the History Education Program (Dr. Fredette and Mrs. Morris), Public History (Drs. Burns and Deathridge), or faculty in areas of your research topic.
  • There are two safe and quiet writing spaces available to you in the History Department in Anne Belk Hall: the History Lab (located in a room near the faculty lounge; contact Haley Herman for Spring 2023 hours) and the mini-conference room outside in ABH 220 (outside of Dr. Sibaja’s office), which is open most days.

Appalachian State University also offers support for students in various capacities. Although you might be familiar with these resources, the following are some links and descriptions you might find useful:

  • 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. Make sure to check their COVID-19 update page for the most up-to-date information: https://studentaffairs.appstate.edu/student-affairs-covid-19-response
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