About the Transfer Student Mentors
One of the success stories of helping transfer students is the students themselves. The Transfer Student Mentors (TSMs) are a group of transfer students who have successfully transferred to Appalachian. The TSMs assist incoming transfer students by providing accurate information and helping students get connected with the Appalachian community and campus. The TSMs reach out to admitted students, support Transfer Student Orientation, and lead transfer student events.
The TSMs remain available to students once they transfer to campus. They can answer questions, help students navigate their first semester on a new campus, assist students with ways to get involved or just meet for coffee and conversation. The TSMs are here to help students be successful at Appalachian. Students may connect with them through email, social media, Google chat or over a cup of coffee on campus.
The TSM program is a student leadership program that helps students develop leadership, mentorship, communication, public speaking, and a strong sense of identify as a member of the Appalachian community.
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Christina Aylsworth (Transferred from Gaston College)
She/Her Hi Everybody! My name is Christina Aylsworth, and I am a transfer student from Gaston College in Dallas, NC. My major is Elementary Education! I am a member of TRIO, North Carolina Teaching Fellows, Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority and Appalachian Educators on campus! In my free time, I love reading books and spending time in the library studying as well as spending time with my friends! Please contact me if you have questions about transferring to App State or would like to meet a friend! Reach me at aylsworthcn@appstate.edu. -
Max Crum (Transferred from UNC Greensboro)
He/Him Hello Mountaineers! My name is Max Crum and I transferred here from UNC Greensboro. I'm majoring in Theatre Performance with a minor in English. I'm a member of the Watauga Residential College and I'm an expert in all things AppalCart. I love to read, write, make friends, lead clubs, and perform, so please reach out to me if you ever need or want to get involved with your campus! Reach me at cruml@appstate.edu. -
Zola Ferraby (Transferred from UNC Greensboro)
They/Them Hey Mountaineers! My name is Zola Ferraby and I transferred from UNC Greensboro in Greensboro, NC. I am majoring in Urban Studies as part of the Interdisciplinary Studies Self Design program, and minoring in Sustainable Development. I am part of Watauga Residential College, the Just Dance club, and AppState band programs! I enjoy anything nature-related (hiking, swimming, plants, etc.), reaching, crocheting, and crafting. My favorite places on campus to study are the third floor of the Union, the Solarium, or in one of the coffee shops! If you have any questions about transferring or resources on campus, feel free to reach out at ferrabyzc@appstate.edu! -
A’Jaylah Floyd (Transferred from Cape Fear Community College)
She/Her Hey guys! I'm A'Jaylah Floyd, and I tranferred from Cape Fear Community college in Wilmington, NC. I'm a Chemistry major. I enjoy reading, picnics at local parks, and cooking. Some of my favorite places on campus are the Solarium and the 4th floor of the Library. Please contact me (floyday@appstate.edu) with any questions you have about transferring to App State! -
Madison Hudgins (Transferred from Guilford Technical Community College)
She/Her Hello there! My name is Madison Hudgins and I transferred from Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC). I am a senior accounting major, with a finance minor. I am also one of the captains for the App State Marching Mountaineer's Color Guard team. If I'm not practicing, then you'll probablt find me at Wired Scholar in the library drinking a Bananarama Smoothie! Feel free to reach out to me with any questions at hudginsmm@appstate.edu. -
Antonio Lagua (Transferred from Montreat College)
Hello Mountaineers! My name is Antonio Lagua, and I am a transfer student from Montreat College in Black Mountain, NC. I am currently a senior majoring in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. I am involved in greek life, bass fishing club, intramural soccer, and work part time at the Watauga Medical Center. Some of my favorite things to do are fish, play soccer, and skateboard. If you're thinking of transferring to App State, or have transferred already, feel free to reach out to me with any questions. I am always looking for fishing buddies and new potential teammates in intramural soccer. You can reach me at laguaaj@appstate.edu. -
Robyn McDowell (Transferred from Pitt Community College)
She/Her Hey everyone! My name is Robyn McDowell, and I tranferred from Pitt Community Colleger in Winterville, NC. I am an English major and I really like reading, writing, as well as hiking. I also love to sunbathe on Sanford Mall and people watch. Please contact me if you have any questions about transferring to App State or would like to meet a friend! Reach me at mcdowellmm1@appstate.edu. -
Zoey Reder (Transferred from Central Piedmont Community College)
She/Her Hey Mountaineers! My name is Zoey Reder, and I transferred from Central Piedmont Community College in Charlotte, NC. My current major is Psychology with a Health Studies concentration. Here on campus, I'm a member of CHAARG and the Letters of Love Club! I love to read, go shopping, watch new movies, go on outdoors walks/hikes, study in the Solarium, and take workout classes at the UREC! Please contact me if you have questions about transferring to App State or would like to meet a friend! Reach me at rederzg@appstate.edu. -
Caroline Ruppe (Transferred from Isothermal Community College)
She/Her Hello, my name is Caroline Ruppe. I transferred from Isothermal Community College located in Spindale, North Carolina. I am currently a Nursing major. I enjoy admiring nature and thrifting. One of my favorie spots to visit on campus is Hatchet Coffee Roasters in Central Dining Hall. I like their lavender and coconut lattes. I am also an active member in SNAAP and the Dementia Awareness Club. Do not hesitate to reach out to me with any questions or concerns at ruppecf@appstate.edu. -
Isiah Stevenson (Transferred from Western Carolina University )
Hey Mountaineers! My name is Isiah Matthias Stevenson, and I transferred from Western Carolina University. I’m majoring in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice here at App State. When I’m not in class, I enjoy hanging out with my friends and going on long walks to unwind and clear my head. Transferring can be a big transition, but you’re not alone—I’m here to help however I can. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or just want to connect! You can reach me at stevensonim@appstate.edu.