Catawba College Blogs

The Eyes of a Transfer

May 16, 2019

Transferring is never something one wants to endure, leaving the comfort of usual surroundings and stepping into the fear of the unknown. But, that was my life. A miserable freshman hiding behind a fake smile in hopes that it would eventually turn into actual happiness. Luckily, the joy would…

Food for Thought

April 29, 2019

Category: Staff Blogs

Some people eat steak for dinner, others eat ramen noodles, and sadly some do not eat at all. Hunger is not a feeling one enjoys having, but imagine if you had to live that way because you had no other option. Everyone has a basic need for nourishment no matter where you land socio-economically,…

Study Abroad Experience in Korea

April 18, 2019

Category: Student Blogs

“Last summer, I had the honor of studying in South Korea for 6 weeks. The program that I went to Korea with was USAC. I was accepted as an early applicant and only 12 people were chosen for this program. Ann Clifton and Dr. Steve Coggin of the Center for International Studies, checked in on me often…

Clearing the Path to My Career

April 12, 2019

Category: Student Blogs

Over the past four years as a Psychology major at Catawba College, I have had the opportunity to participate in many integrative experiences. For the past three years, I have presented research conducted within my psychology courses at the Southeastern Psychological Association conference. At each…

Women's Soccer Goes to Hawaii

April 3, 2019

Category: Student Blogs

Hi! My name is Peyton Pruitt and I’m a junior at Catawba this year and a member of the Women’s Soccer Team. Since my Freshman year here, it has been so amazing to see our team grow as both players and individuals on and off the field. For the first time in 10 years, we made an appearance in the…