Our 2026 Members

Member institutions gain priority access to HBS facilities and housing, discounted rates for visiting classes, early notification of research opportunities, and a seat in a community of institutions committed to field-based science in the southern Appalachians.

Agnes Scott College
Berry College
Catawba College
Clemson University
College of Charleston
Francis Marion University
Sewanee — The University of the South
Tennessee Tech
University of Louisville
University of North Carolina – Asheville
University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill
University of North Carolina – Greensboro
University of North Carolina – Pembroke
Western Carolina University
HBS Home Institution

What Membership Includes

Member institutions receive tangible support for their research and teaching programs, plus access to a growing network of like-minded institutions.

Priority Facility Access
Priority booking of labs, classrooms, and on-campus housing for visiting classes and research groups.
Discounted Class Rates
Reduced fees for visiting college classes using HBS facilities, housing, and field access.
Research Network
Early notification of HBS research opportunities, grant cycles, and collaborative programs.
Field Site Access
Facilitated access to protected natural areas surrounding HBS, including Nantahala National Forest and Gorges State Park.