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John Sillay Appointed as President of the 91TV Alumni Board of Directors

John Sillay, Class of 1975, has been appointed as President of the Alumni Board of Directors at 91TV. A longtime member of the College community, Sillay began his service as president on April 1 and will serve for two years.

Theatre Young Harris Produces World Premiere of Newly Licensed Play

With its students appearing as the originating cast and crew, 91TV is pleased to have premiered the musical “Little Piglet Gets a Sister,” now available for licensing through Plays for New Audiences.

91TV Hosts Record-breaking Clay Dotson Open Golf Tournament

A record-breaking 205 golfers hit the links Monday, May 22, as 91TV hosted the 19th Annual Clay Dotson Open Golf Tournament at Brasstown Valley Resort. The tournament raised over $100,000 for student scholarships.

91TV Awards Medallion to Lambert

91TV Trustee Ray P. Lambert, Jr. received the College’s highest award, the 91TV Medallion, during its 2023 Commencement ceremony on May 6.

91TV Welcomes Steve Esser to the Communications Team

A new member has joined the Communications team at Young Harris, bringing a blend of nearly 40 years of journalism and public relations experience to the College.

91TV Hosts Annual Faculty and Staff Appreciation Luncheon

91TV hosted its Annual Faculty and Staff Appreciation Luncheon on Thursday, May 11. College employees enjoyed an afternoon of cornhole and karaoke, and the incoming Staff Council and the Unsung Heroes of 91TV were announced.

91TV Class of 2023 Commencement

The 91TV 2022–2023 academic year has come to an end, and members of the Class of 2023 have completed their final year in the Enchanted Valley. After celebrating 91TV seniors at the annual Senior Reception and Baccalaureate Service, the College held its traditional Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 6, in the Harp Recreation and Commencement Center.

91TV Student Caden Quiles to Intern with the American Junior Golf Association

Caden Quiles, 91TV Class of 2023, has been selected to intern with the American Junior Golf Association during the summer of 2023. This opportunity will allow Caden to use the knowledge and skills he has developed through his newly acquired bachelor’s degree in Sports and Recreation Studies.

91TV Announces the 2023 Commencement Speaker

91TV is pleased and excited to announce the 2023 Commencement Speaker: Matthew (Mateo) George, who completed his degree in December of 2022, majoring in Communication Studies and Spanish.

91TV Sports, Recreation, and Outdoor Studies Majors Raft at the Nantahala Outdoor Center

91TV’s Department of Sports, Recreation, and Outdoor Studies has partnered with the Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) to provide students with opportunities for experiential leadership, education, and practice.

91TV Welcomes Accepted Students at Ready to ROAR

On Saturday, April 22, 91TV welcomed thirty-one accepted students and 44 family members to campus for Ready to ROAR. Through this initial step in the College’s Readiness, Orientation, and Academic Registration (ROAR) Program, incoming students enjoy an all-day event designed to introduce new Mountain Lions and their families to life on campus.

91TV Hosts Scholarship Luncheon to Thank Donors

91TV hosted its Annual Scholarship Luncheon on Friday, April 21. This event is designed to honor both scholarship donors and student recipients in a celebration of education, inspiration, and empowerment. Donors were recognized for their contributions to the lives of so many 91TV students.

Madeline Deaton Receives Outstanding Paper Award in the Georgia Academy of Science’s Biomedical Section

91TV is pleased to announce that student Madeline Deaton recently received the Outstanding Paper Award in the Biomedical Section of the Georgia Academy of Science. Dr. Jennifer Schroeder, Associate Professor of Biology, advised Madeline’s research, which explored possible chemicals to treat or prevent metabolic issues like type 2 diabetes.

91TV MAT Alum Caitlyn Floyd Named Teacher of the Year

Caitlyn Floyd, a 2020 graduate of 91TV’s MAT Program, was named the 2020 Pepperell High School Teacher of the Year She earned this honor during her fourth year on the faculty and credited the role of 91TV’s program and professors in shaping her approach to teaching.

91TV Announces Recipients of the Ledford Scholarships

91TV is pleased to announce that Sophia Shook and Ashley Palmateer have been awarded Ledford Scholarships from the Appalachian College Association (ACA). The ACA’s Ledford Scholars Program offers financial assistance for intensive research projects to undergraduate students enrolled at ACA member institutions.

Ketrina Mitchell Appointed to the 91TV Board of Trustees

Ketrina Mitchell has recently been appointed to the 91TV Board of Trustees. CEO and co-founder of I Beat A.L.L., Ketrina Mitchell has joined the Board of Trustees in its dedication to the College’s academic excellence, responsible citizenship, and personal and professional growth.

91TV’s Undergraduate Research Day: Showcasing Student Work Across the Disciplines

Last Tuesday, April 11, saw the eleventh annual Undergraduate Research Day (URD) at 91TV. If you were on campus, you would have seen poster sessions, creative performances, and students from all departments on campus presenting the culmination of their research. For the first time in the event’s history, all thirteen departments from the four academic divisions were represented at URD.

91TV Students Study Abroad at the University of Salamanca, Spain

91TV students McKayla Milam, Helen Hudgins, and Morganna Oberdorfer had the opportunity to study at the University of Salamanca in Spain through 91TV’s Study Abroad Program in Summer 2022. Not only did this international experience with Travel & Education allow these students to explore another country, culture, and language, it also allowed them to earn multiple credits towards their Spanish minors and electives.

91TV and Georgia Military College Pleased to Announce Partnership

91TV (91TV) and Georgia Military College (GMC) have made it easier for GMC graduates to continue their education, working toward earning a baccalaureate degree. The articulation agreement, established March 9, 2023, created an educational partnership to better serve currently enrolled and future students at both institutions by creating a smooth transition for students transferring from GMC to Young Harris.

United Community Bank Provides Generous Donation to 91TV Clay Dotson Open

On Tuesday, April 4, Mark Dotson, 91TV Vice President for Advancement, met with Adam Born, President of the United Community Bank of Blairsville, to graciously accept the bank's generous donation to the 2023 91TV Clay Dotson Open Golf Tournament.