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App State biology interns spend summer in Wilson Creek’s ‘natural playground’
App State biology interns spend summer in Wilson Creek’s ‘natural playground’

Cleanup, conservation and outreach for a National Wild and Scenic River

June 29, 2022

Catching fish, salamanders and an occasional water snake is all in a day’s work for Appalachian State University biology students Nick Campany and Carson Scott — interns this summer for nonprofit organization ACleanWilsonCreek.org (ACWC). In addition to collecting and evaluating wildlife, the interns are providing hands-on cleanup service and conservation education along a 15-mile stretch of Wilson Creek, which is part of the U.S. National Park Service’s National Wild and Scenic Rivers­ System.

  • App State students score 2nd-place divisional win in national solar competition
    App State students score 2nd-place divisional win in national solar competition

    The student team was recognized for its solar power system, designed to meet the renewable energy needs of a campus community

    June 29, 2022

    A multidisciplinary team of App State students captured a second-place win in the 2021–22 Solar District Cup, recognized for their solar power system design. This national competition challenges students to develop renewable energy solutions for college campuses or urban districts.

  • App State alum donates $1.3 million in support of App State Athletics and Walker College of Business
    App State alum donates $1.3 million in support of App State Athletics and Walker College of Business
    June 22, 2022

    Dennis Covington ’92 and his wife, Katherine, have made a $1.3 million gift in support of academic resources and facilities for App State Athletics and the Walker College of Business.

  • App State announces new master’s degree in occupational therapy
    App State announces new master’s degree in occupational therapy

    Program to help address OT shortage in rural NC, welcomes first cohort in fall 2024

    June 10, 2022

    Beginning in fall 2024, Appalachian State University’s new Master of Science in occupational therapy program will help address a critical lack of occupational therapists in Western North Carolina.

  • A return to Everest: App State’s Dr. Baker Perry leads climate science expedition to the world’s highest mountain
    A return to Everest: App State’s Dr. Baker Perry leads climate science expedition to the world’s highest mountain
    June 7, 2022

    Dr. Baker Perry, National Geographic Explorer and professor in App State’s Department of Geography and Planning, led a successful return expedition to Mount Everest, coordinating the maintenance of weather stations at the top of the world.

  • App State commercial photography alumnus photographs Tokyo Olympics
    App State commercial photography alumnus photographs Tokyo Olympics
    May 31, 2022

    Daniel Gajda ’20 has turned his passion into a career, working as a professional freelance photographer after earning his B.S. in commercial photography from App State. He was able to put his skills to practice in summer 2021, photographing Tokyo’s Sport Climbing Olympics.

  • App State to offer online veterinary technology degree beginning in August
    App State to offer online veterinary technology degree beginning in August

    Dr. Virginia Corrigan appointed as director of new 4-year program

    Jan. 21, 2022

    App State’s new Bachelor of Science in veterinary technology will prepare students for meaningful employment in the growing veterinary medical profession and lead to career advancement opportunities for those already working in the field.

App State shares latest advancements toward climate neutrality
App State shares latest advancements toward climate neutrality

A year after the adoption of App State’s latest climate action plan, AppCap 1.0, multiple carbon mitigation strategies are underway

May 5, 2022

A year after releasing its latest climate action plan, App State is continuing to make progress toward its climate neutrality goals. Among the most notable achievements — a 16 percentage point increase in the university’s renewable energy purchases.

Events

  • An Appalachian Summer Festival
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    An Appalachian Summer Festival
    July 1 - 30, 2022

    Presented by Appalachian State University’s Office of Arts & Cultural Programs, this annual celebration of the performing and visual arts is held every July in venues across the university campus, and features an eclectic, diverse mix of music, dance, theatre, visual arts and film programming.

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    Alumni Association

    July 15 - 17, 2022

    Summertime in Boone is filled with wildflowers, mountain breezes and cool evenings. Join us on campus as we enjoy the beauty of the High Country to celebrate Appalachian State University scholarships, the Black and Gold Society induction ceremony, the Alumni Awards Gala and the Jazz Brunch.

  • Black and Gold Reunion
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    Black and Gold Reunion

    Appalachian Alumni Weekend

    Saturday, July 16, 2022
    10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

    Enjoy a day in Boone full of campus activities and reunion fun, capped off with a Medallion Ceremony for members of the class of 1972 as they are inducted into the Black & Gold Society.

  • Alumni Awards Gala
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    Alumni Awards Gala

    Appalachian Alumni Weekend

    Saturday, July 16, 2022
    5 p.m.

    Each year the Appalachian Alumni Association recognizes a few individuals who have made a lasting impact on society and on Appalachian State University through outstanding professional, philanthropic or volunteer accomplishments. Selected through a highly competitive process, each recipient will be celebrated at the Alumni Awards Gala.

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    2022 Graphic Communications Education Association Summer Conference
    July 24 - 28, 2022

    Enjoy the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains by attending the 97th GCEA Conference on the campus of Appalachian State University. The Thomas W. Reese Graphic Communications Management Program is the host for this year’s Graphic Communications Education Association Summer Conference. If you have a passion for graphic communications education in any capacity this conference is for you!

  • Center Marks 20th Summer Symposium with Re-Evaluation of the Threats of Antisemitism by Renowned Holocaust Scholar Michael Berenbaum
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    Center Marks 20th Summer Symposium with Re-Evaluation of the Threats of Antisemitism by Renowned Holocaust Scholar Michael Berenbaum

    Center for Judaic, Holocaust and Peace Studies

    Sunday, July 24, 2022
    7 - 9 p.m.

    Prof. Michael Berenbaum, the director of the Sigi Ziering Institute and professor of Jewish Studies at American Jewish University, will examine “Anti-Judaism and Anti-Semitism in European History and Visual Culture” in an on-campus lecture that is open to the public. This program is part of this year's 20th Anniversary Martin and Doris Rosen Summer Symposium on “Remembering the Holocaust.”

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News headlines

  • App State students score 2nd-place divisional win in national solar competition
    App State students score 2nd-place divisional win in national solar competition
  • Campus emergency siren test to be conducted July 6
    Campus emergency siren test to be conducted July 6
  • App State alum donates $1.3 million in support of App State Athletics and Walker College of Business
    App State alum donates $1.3 million in support of App State Athletics and Walker College of Business
  • App State announces new master’s degree in occupational therapy
    App State announces new master’s degree in occupational therapy
  • A return to Everest: App State’s Dr. Baker Perry leads climate science expedition to the world’s highest mountain
    A return to Everest: App State’s Dr. Baker Perry leads climate science expedition to the world’s highest mountain
  • Jennifer Myers named chief audit officer at App State
    Jennifer Myers named chief audit officer at App State
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In the media

  • How Appalachian State’s Police Officer Development Program is Revolutionizing Policing
    How Appalachian State’s Police Officer Development Program is Revolutionizing Policing
    Campus Safety
  • Cardiovascular Recovery in Young Adults Takes Several Months after COVID-19 Infection
    Cardiovascular Recovery in Young Adults Takes Several Months after COVID-19 Infection
    American Physiological Society
  • NRLP projects aim to improve reliability for customers and campus
    NRLP projects aim to improve reliability for customers and campus
    Watauga Online
  • Next-gen weather station installed near Everest’s summit
    Next-gen weather station installed near Everest’s summit
    National Geographic
  • Commentary: Post-pandemic performance reviews should not disadvantage those working from home [faculty featured]
    Commentary: Post-pandemic performance reviews should not disadvantage those working from home [faculty featured]
    Channel News Asia
  • 3 Triad towns among 19 in NC Commerce’s development program
    3 Triad towns among 19 in NC Commerce’s development program
    Fox 8 News
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Features

  • App State biology interns spend summer in Wilson Creek’s ‘natural playground’
    App State biology interns spend summer in Wilson Creek’s ‘natural playground’
  • App State commercial photography alumnus photographs Tokyo Olympics
    App State commercial photography alumnus photographs Tokyo Olympics
  • Technical writing is like ‘working out a puzzle’ for App State senior
    Technical writing is like ‘working out a puzzle’ for App State senior
  • Cut from a different cloth: App State alumnus Mitch Purgason ’15 stitches his way to fashion’s forefront
    Cut from a different cloth: App State alumnus Mitch Purgason ’15 stitches his way to fashion’s forefront
  • App State answers 5 common questions about financial aid
    App State answers 5 common questions about financial aid
  • Money management do’s and don’ts
    Money management do’s and don’ts
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Grants

  • High Country migrant and refugee populations share ‘Stories of Migration’ — a grant-funded App State project
    High Country migrant and refugee populations share ‘Stories of Migration’ — a grant-funded App State project
  • How does extreme weather impact mental health? App State research team awarded grant to find answers
    How does extreme weather impact mental health? App State research team awarded grant to find answers
  • App State research team ventures into Linville Gorge Wilderness to discover archaeological sites
    App State research team ventures into Linville Gorge Wilderness to discover archaeological sites
  • App State to host academy aimed at preparing Appalachian region’s future entrepreneurs
    App State to host academy aimed at preparing Appalachian region’s future entrepreneurs
  • App State research team examines ancient evidence in mass extinctions
    App State research team examines ancient evidence in mass extinctions
  • App State team researches treatments for aggressive breast cancer
    App State team researches treatments for aggressive breast cancer
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Awards and honors

  • App State students score 2nd-place divisional win in national solar competition
    App State students score 2nd-place divisional win in national solar competition
  • Sean Gaillard named principal of App State’s Academy at Middle Fork lab school
    Sean Gaillard named principal of App State’s Academy at Middle Fork lab school
  • Dan Layzell named vice chancellor of finance and operations at App State
    Dan Layzell named vice chancellor of finance and operations at App State
  • Jamie Parson named chief diversity officer at App State
    Jamie Parson named chief diversity officer at App State
  • 4 App State alumni awarded 2022–23 Fulbrights to teach or research abroad
    4 App State alumni awarded 2022–23 Fulbrights to teach or research abroad
  • Dr. Vicky Klima honored with regional award for distinguished teaching in mathematics
    Dr. Vicky Klima honored with regional award for distinguished teaching in mathematics
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  • Views of Kidd Brewer Stadium - North End Zone Facility
    Views of Kidd Brewer Stadium - North End Zone Facility
  • Views of Sanford Mall
    Views of Sanford Mall
  • Views of Rivers Street
    Views of Rivers Street
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App State breaks ground on 1st phase of Innovation District
App State breaks ground on 1st phase of Innovation District

Phase 1 development includes the Conservatory for Biodiversity and Education, as well as faculty/staff housing

March 25, 2022

On March 25, App State ceremoniously broke ground on a long-held goal and a valuable piece of its future — the Innovation District project. Phase one of development includes the Conservatory for Biodiversity Education and Research, as well as housing for App State faculty and staff.

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