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Fusion, UNC Asheville’s new pre-orientation program, is five days of group oriented activities where students explore the rich heritage of western North Carolina. Preceding the Summit Orientation program, students will have the opportunity to move – in early and explore Asheville through a variety of guided day trips.
New students may choose to participate in Fusion prior to Summit Phase Two.
Echoes of the Past
Experience the history and literary heritage of Western North Carolina. Travel to the Cherokee Indian Reservation to learn about the region’s earliest inhabitants, then visit the places that inspired great writers like Thomas Wolfe.
Echoes of the Past is sure to inspire YOU to do great things!
Arts Partners
Asheville is the hub of Western North Carolina’s crafts and visual/performing arts scene. Delve into our arts community by visiting with artisans, musicians and dancers who call this area home. Explore galleries, talk with artists, and create your own cultural arts projects.
Come see what makes Asheville thrive!
Project Science
Focus on the science of sustainability and the environment in Western North Carolina as we explore the Blue Ridge Parkway and spend time at a local environmental center. Let us introduce you to the many environmentally friendly elements around Asheville.
Project Science is guaranteed to be a Green experience!
Get Ready to Give Back
Community service is an important component of the liberal arts education. Explore ways to get involved in social justice issues such as homelessness and hunger, working with Manna Food Bank, Habitat for Humanity and other agencies.
Get ready to give back to the Asheville community!
Wilderness
