- Composting operations helps make campus beautiful
The Appalachian State University campus is known for its natural beauty. What helps make campus landscaping look so healthy? Part of it is the nutrient-rich mulch made from composted food scraps. [ more . . . ]
- A great internship also means the chance to return home
Junior Robert Irsai lands a prestigious internship at the U.S. Embassy in Budapest, Hungary. [ more . . . ]
- Undergraduate research boosts confidence
The opportunity to conduct research or creative endeavors alongside their professors is a hallmark of the Appalachian experience. Students’ work is showcased at professional conferences in the region and across the United States, which are considered critical opportunities to their success in pursuing graduate school or careers in today’s marketplace. [ more . . . ]
- Outdoor Programs
Appalachian State University’s Outdoor Programs has been recognized as a national leader in collegiate outdoor programming.
The Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education (AORE) awarded Appalachian’s Outdoor Programs with the David J. Webb Program Excellence Award at the recent National Conference held in in San Antonio, Texas. [ more . . . ]
- NASA dream becomes reality for two Appalachian students
BOONE—It has been 51 years since President John F. Kennedy challenged the nation to set its sight on a lunar landing. The idea of space exploration held by many public school and university students continues today, especially for two Appalachian State University students who have received funding to work at NASA this summer. Appalachian received $90,000 from [ more . . . ]
- Summer Dance Series begins June 6 at Appalachian
- Appalachian graduates include 11 new Army officers
- Miller named Optimist Club’s Police Officer of the Year
- Have passion, seize opportunities and solve challenges, graduates told
- Hart receives Faculty Award for Excellence in General Education Teaching
- Businesswoman and philanthropist receives honorary doctorate from Appalachian
- Alumni Reunion Weekend held June 8-9 at Appalachian
- Appalachian’s WNC Economic Index resumes with look at March data
- Senior Class Gift will help the Appalachian Fund
Publications such as U.S. News and World Report, Kiplinger's, Consumer Digest and Princeton Review consistently rank Appalachian among the nation's best values in education.
Ninety-nine percent of Appalachian's full-time faculty hold a doctorate, first professional degree, or other terminal degree.
If you need someone to talk to, there are people who can help. You are not alone. Contact the Counseling Center or the LGBT Center on campus, or call The Trevor Lifeline 24/7 at 866-488-7386.
Nearly 1,300 candidates for graduation convened for their last official academic function Dec. 18, 2011 at Appalachian State University's Holmes Convocation Center.
Song "Julia" by Do it to Julia. Used with permission.
Copyright 2011 University Communications.
Copyright 2011 University Communications.
