Awards of Distinction

Misty Mayfield '02 is an instructor in App State's Department of Geography and Planning, which she joined in 2004. She is also an academic advisor in University College's Academic Advising Center.

Mayfield was the catalyst for the establishment of the App Builds a Home (ABAH) initiative and has served as a faculty advisor and volunteer for the project since its inception in 2018. ABAH is a campuswide partnership between App State and Watauga County Habitat for Humanity to help local partner families build safe, affordable homes.

"Misty is a champion for student engagement, always encouraging students to step outside of their comfort zones, take on leadership roles and find ways to make a difference," said a nominator. "She embodies the spirit of servant leadership."

In recognition of her ABAH volunteer work, Mayfield was honored with a North Carolina Governor's 2024 Volunteer Service Award. Among her many other accolades are the University College Excellence in Community Engagement Award and a Most Helpful Faculty and Staff Award, both of which she received in 2021.

She holds a master's degree in geography from App State, as well as a bachelor's degree in geography from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.