The Martha Guy Fellowship is a program specifically designed for transfer students pursuing a degree in business who are also first-generation students—those whose parents or legal guardians have not completed a four-year degree. Are you a first-generation transfer student planning to study business and looking to enhance your college experience while preparing for an exceptional future? If so, the Martha Guy program provides tailored support and opportunities to help you thrive both academically and professionally.
As a Martha Guy Fellow, you'll benefit from a range of resources designed to support your growth and success:
- Supportive Community: Connect with like-minded peers, esteemed faculty, dedicated staff, and accomplished alumni who are invested in your success..
- Specialized Course: Participate in a unique course taken as a cohort with the other Fellows in the program.
- Mentorship & Guidance: Receive invaluable insights and encouragement from a one-on-one student mentor based on their own experiences as a first-gen student navigating the challenges of higher education
- Professional Coaching: Gain essential skills and confidence through coaching in resume building, LinkedIn profiles, professional headshots, internship placement, networking, and professional dining.
- Financial Literacy Workshops: Learn to take control of your finances and achieve your goals by learning the basics of budgeting, saving, investing, and managing debt.
- Career Fairs: Receive guided coaching during career fairs to make meaningful connections and stand out in the competitive job market.
- Travel Scholarships: Explore diverse opportunities and cultural experiences with potential travel scholarships.
*Students must have completed at least forty credit hours to be eligible for the program.
If you run into any issues, feel free to contact Sara Figlow via email at figlowse@appstate.edu or cell 828-406-2735 or Jacqueline Tilton via email at tiltonjd@appstate.edu or cell 615-838-5669.
