Lily Seymour

Jan 20, 2025 | theappalachianonline.com | Leah Boone |Lily Seymour

There are times in social, professional, academic and familial situations when small talk is all that is left to break the ice. There are many topics known to fit the bill perfectly for these awkward moments such as the weather, sports or current events. Sometimes the questions can get a little more personal — ones about family, relationships, academic or career developments or personal likes or dislikes. There is one question that is always a safe bet during conversations like these: hobbies.

Nov 20, 2024 | theappalachianonline.com | Leah Boone |Lily Seymour

Every country has certain foods they can call uniquely theirs, and the United States is no exception. Most meals in the U.S. are centered around what piece of meat is being served but not without costing its consumers and the planet. Well-known American foods are things like barbecue, hamburgers, hot dogs, apple pie, chicken wings and more.

Nov 13, 2024 | theappalachianonline.com | Leah Boone |Lily Seymour

Each school year comes with its own unique set of challenges, but recently there have been obstacles that many students today have had to face. The year 2020 is historically significant for many reasons, but one of the main ones is the COVID-19 global pandemic. This historic time left no part of our lives untouched. Schools around the globe moved to online instruction and the next school year started the same way, which affected all students differently.

Oct 23, 2024 | theappalachianonline.com | Leah Boone |Lily Seymour

One of the first things you ask someone when first meeting them is, “Where are you from?” The answer to this question can tell you a lot about a person and can sometimes bring certain connotations along with it. When the answer to this question is “western North Carolina,” it can definitely bring along a certain stereotype: the “hillbilly. “This term brings many ideas and images to mind. When the word “hillbilly” is used, it is often used to belittle or degrade someone.

Sep 9, 2024 | theappalachianonline.com | Leah Boone |Lily Seymour

There are certain human necessities public places are expected to provide. Hand soap, toilet paper and water are just some of these things. There is another type of product roughly half of the population needs at one time or another that is just as vital: feminine hygiene products. Menstruation products are just as important and widely used, and they should be available and costless in both men and women’s public restrooms.