On the Ascending Appalachian podcast, first-year students at Appalachian State University share their stories about how they came to be in Boone, NC. The story in this episode comes from Jack, who will share his story of frustration, flexibility, and triumph.

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On the Ascending Appalachian podcast, first-year students at Appalachian State University share their stories about how they came to be in Boone, NC. The story in this episode comes from Joshua, who will share his story about making the right choice for himself.

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On the Ascending Appalachian podcast, first-year students at Appalachian State University share their stories about how they came to be in Boone, NC. The story in this episode comes from Hannah, who will share her story of navigating multiple simultaneous transitions and leaving a little piece of you behind wherever you go.

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Season 1 Cover Art by Hannah Kirchner. Yes, THIS Hannah Kirchner!

On the Ascending Appalachian podcast, first-year students at Appalachian State University share their stories about how they came to be in Boone, NC. The story in this episode comes from Finn, who will share his story of navigating family dynamics and making the move from the beach to the mountains.

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On the Ascending Appalachian podcast, first-year students at Appalachian State University share their stories about how they came to be in Boone, NC. The story in this episode comes from Carsyn, who will share her story of the impact of her family on finding her home in the mountains.

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On the Ascending Appalachian podcast, first-year students at Appalachian State University share their stories about how they came to be in Boone, NC. The story in this episode comes from Chloe, who will share her story of basing her major on a TV show.

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On the Ascending Appalachian podcast, first-year students at Appalachian State University share their stories about how they came to be in Boone, NC. The story in this episode comes from Carleigh, who will share her story of making the best decision for herself and trusting the process.

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On the Ascending Appalachian podcast, first-year students at Appalachian State University share their stories about how they came to be in Boone, NC. The story in this episode comes from Ada, who will share her coming up the mountain from Down East and braving the winter weather.

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On the Ascending Appalachian podcast, first-year students at Appalachian State University share their stories about how they came to be in Boone, NC. The story in this episode comes from Abby, who will share her story of how her family and a sweatshirt led her to App State.

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On the Ascending Appalachian podcast, first-year students at Appalachian State University share their stories about how they came to be in Boone, NC. The story in this episode comes from Araceli, who will share her story of resilience and strength.

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