Appalachian Today

App State is returning to pre-pandemic operations for the Fall 2021 semester, with safety precautions in place. All students, faculty and staff should get vaccinated against COVID-19. Face coverings are required in all indoor campus locations for everyone who is unvaccinated. The CDC recommends vaccinated individuals wear face coverings in areas with “substantial” or “high” rates of transmission. Watauga County is currently an area of “moderate” transmission. Read the latest updates.

App State genetic diversity study to inform US Fish and Wildlife conservation efforts for endangered NC plant

June 24, 2021

App State plant geneticist Dr. Matt Estep is working with the Blue Ridge Parkway to examine the genetic diversity of spreading avens — a federally endangered plant native to Western North Carolina. His five-year study, funded by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, will help inform conservation efforts aimed at preserving and protecting the species.

App State students design and produce award-winning wine labels — cheers!
July 26, 2021
A new family of wines developed by App State students and faculty has an award-winning look, with labels designed and printed by students in the graphic communications management program. The labels won second place in the 2021 Phoenix Challenge — a college competition between graphic communications students across North America.
App State professor awarded ADVANCE grant to foster gender equity in information technology
July 27, 2021
Women faculty in the field of information technology are set to benefit from ImPACT IT — a three-year research project aimed at removing barriers to women’s advancement to full professor. App State professor Dr. Lakshmi Iyer is partnering with four other women IT faculty on the project, which is supported by a nearly $1 million National Science Foundation ADVANCE grant.
Harris and Wyatt appointed to App State’s Board of Trustees
July 20, 2021
The North Carolina General Assembly appointed two members to App State’s Board of Trustees in June. The House of Representatives appointed James “Jamie” E. Harris ’84, and the Senate appointed Steven D. Wyatt ’83. Their appointments began July 1.
Alumna, professor and award-winning poet shares her Mountaineer journey
June 30, 2021
App State alumna and Allegheny College professor Dr. M. Soledad Caballero ’95 shares how her Appalachian Experience prepared her for a career in academia — and a lifetime love of literature. She is the author of the award-winning debut poetry collection “I Was a Bell.”
App State–Wilkes Community College agreement eases access and offers savings for nursing students
June 28, 2021
3+1 agreement lets students with an associate degree in nursing from Wilkes Community College obtain a Bachelor of Science in nursing from App State through a one-year, online program.
Hospitality House serves as ‘learning lab’ for App State interns to build skills for future careers
June 24, 2021
Local nonprofit agency Hospitality House of Northwest North Carolina employs about a dozen App State interns each semester, providing these students with practical experience and a chance to make a difference in the lives of others.
Good news for App State students — the job market for 2021 college graduates is on the rebound
June 17, 2021
College hiring is on the rebound in 2021, according to a leading professional organization and App State’s Career Development Center.
Dr. Baker Perry inspires students to reach new heights
June 1, 2021
Dr. Baker Perry, professor in App State’s Department of Geography and Planning, inspires students to reach new heights in the field and in their future careers.
New cybersecurity concentration gives App State students the skills to combat hackers
June 21, 2021
Chris Taylor ’09 ’11 — a Certified Ethical Hacker — teaches his students tricks of the trade, preparing them to earn the new cybersecurity concentration within the computer information systems degree program at App State.

App State celebrates more than 3,600 Class of 2021 graduates

May 14, 2021

Chancellor Sheri Everts conferred degrees upon more than 3,600 Mountaineer graduates as part of App State’s Spring 2021 Commencement. The university held 13 in-person commencement ceremonies May 7–12 and offered a virtual conferral of degrees by Everts to allow for the greatest possible participation and maximize health and safety of all participants.

Events

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Welcome Week
Aug. 9 - 13, 2021
We are so excited you are part of the Appalachian Community and can’t wait for you to join us for Welcome to APP! This extension of your summer orientation gives you the opportunity to get more comfortable on campus, make new friends, have fun and start weaving yourself into the fabric of student life at App State.
Aug
11
Wellness Wednesday
Part of Welcome Week
Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2021
7 - 10 p.m.
Come to Sanford Mall and meet Wellness & Prevention Services, as well as Intercultural Student Affairs while playing games on the greens and having fun!
Aug
12
App to Z
Part of Welcome Week
Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021
7 - 10 p.m.
Come out and play on inflatables, make some tye dye art, and cool off with a sweet treat while you meet students on Sanford Mall!
Aug
13
Black & Gold Traditions
Part of Welcome Week
Friday, Aug. 13, 2021
8 - 9 p.m.
Come to the Stadium to learn all the Appalachian traditions, including getting your Block-A pin and learning football cheers and fights songs. We will take a group photo on the football field and everyone will get a free Appstate t-shirt!
Sep
17
Founders Day 2021
A celebration
Friday, Sept. 17, 2021
Our annual fall celebration honors our founders and the first day of classes held in 1899 at Watauga Academy — the small school that flourished into the App State we know today.
Oct
2
Fall 2021 Open House (in person)
Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Open House is your opportunity to learn more about App State. Meet faculty and current students, tour campus, and learn more about financial aid, scholarships, the admissions process, and what student life at App State is really like.