SOAR Explore

Date: July 24-26
Location: Western N.C. Mountains
Cost: $65
Deadline: June 14

Explore the Great Outdoors: Learn new outdoor skills, meet new Pfeiffer students, create lasting memories.

July 24-26, join the Center for Outdoor Leadership for three days of backpacking, socializing and rafting, and enjoy the great outdoors of North Carolina. SOAR Explore will be led by a student trip leader and the director of outdoor leadership. Expect to see amazing views and enjoy gourmet backcountry meals while making new friends.

Specific activities include hiking a 12 mile section of the Appalachian Trail, dinner and campfire by the river, and whitewater rafting class III to IV rapids.

Important Documents

• Registration Form
• What to Bring

For more information, contact:

Quinton McKissick
Director of Outdoor Leadership & Recreation
(704) 463-3189
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Meet the Admissions Counselors

Emily Carella Associate Director of Admissions This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Area: International, Transfer, Re-admits and Special Conditions My name is Emily Carella  and I’d like to be the first to welcome you to Pfeiffer University. One of my greatest joys is watching students grow and helping them attain their career goals.  As you explore your options for continuing your education, I look forward to assisting you along your journey. I encourage you to come tour our campus – once you visit, you will know why Pfeiffer is the University for you!			Grady Gaston Admissions Counselor This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Area: Central N.C. Counties My name is Grady Gaston, and I am the admissions counselor for Central North Carolina. I’m originally from Monroe, N.C. and attended Pfeiffer for five years completing both my BS in business administration and MBA while being very active in many extracurricular activities on campus. I’ve returned as an admissions counselor because I love the Village of Misenheimer, and I love Pfeiffer's service-driven values. I want to help you discover Pfeiffer for yourself while also providing an easy transition from high school to college. I hope you’ll explore how you can learn, serve and grow with us as a member of the incoming class of Pfeiffer University!
Andrew Shiflet Admissions Counselor This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Area: Mecklenburg County and all states other than Md, Va., S.C. and D.C. I have lived in Asheboro my entire life, and Pfeiffer has been part of my life since I was a child. I grew up watching my uncle play basketball for the Falcons, and after I experienced the community and campus life through my cousin and older brother, I knew I wanted to be a part of the Pfeiffer family. As a Pfeiffer graduate and former student-athlete, it's truly a privilege to work with you and to be a part of this crucial and exciting time in your life. I know that your experience here will equip you for a life of continued service, leadership and progress. See you in the Village!			Shakinah Simeona Admissions Counselor This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Area: Eastern N.C., S.C., D.C., Md and Va. It brings me great pleasure to be part of the Admissions team at Pfeiffer University! I am the admissions counselor for S.C., D.C., Md, Va. and the eastern half of N.C. (luckily, I have lived in almost every state). I knew this was the place I belonged the first time I set foot on Pfeiffer's campus. Everyone was friendly and professional, and Pfeiffer's focus on creating a transformative experience through engaged learning and critical thinking really spoke to me as a recent graduate of a North Carolina private university. I'm ecstatic to be working with you and your family as you navigate the admissions process. Come visit us and experience Pfeiffer for yourself!
Whitney York Admissions Counselor This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Area: Western N.C. I am the admissions counselor for the western half of North Carolina. Ironically, this area is also where I grew up and thrived before finding Pfeiffer. I am a May 2012 graduate and am so excited to not only share my experience with other prospective students, but to also help each prospective student as s/he looks into becoming a part of the Pfeiffer Pfamily. I most look forward to getting to know you and your family and special friends to help you discover how Pfeiffer best fits your wants and needs. Together, we will go through the admissions process and help you discover the fire this University sets inside each student to become student leaders for your stay and future successful leaders in whatever career avenue you choose.

Merit Scholarships

Pfeiffer Teaching Scholarships
Two $1,000 scholarships available for students with a good academic profile and a desire to go into teacher education.  The scholarship recipient must remain an education major to renew the award.  This scholarship is awarded on Scholarship Day.

Pfeiffer Communications Fellows Scholarships
Two $1,000 scholarships available for students with a good academic profile and a desire to major in the communications field.  The scholarship recipient must remain a communcations major to renew the award.  This scholarship is awarded on Scholarship Day.

Milton Rose Science Fellows Scholarships
Five $5,000 scholarships available for students with a good academic profile and a desire to major in the sciences.  Students must major in one of our School of Natural and Health Sciences programs to receive the scholarship.  This scholarship is awarded on Scholarship Day.

Francis Center Service Scholars
Four $1,000 scholarships available for students with a good academic profile and outstanding community service background.  Scholarship is awarded on Scholarship Day.

 Athletic Scholarships:  As an NCAA Division II university, Pfeiffer awards athletic scholarships.  Please contact the coach through the athletic website for more information on athletic scholarships and to fill out an athletic questionnaire for prospective student athletes.