Appalachian Today

Fermentation sciences program — and its opportunities — grow at Appalachian

Aug. 6, 2018

In addition to beer and wine, Appalachian’s fermentation sciences degree program focuses on biofuels, fermented foods and distillation — an expanded focus providing students a wide range of career opportunities.

Appalachian senior Roy Dale Cox sets his sights on Broadway
Aug. 7, 2018
Theatre performance major Roy Dale Cox’s career goal is to perform on Broadway. The opportunities he’s had at Appalachian State University for roles in on-campus productions, visits to New York’s theatre district and personal attention should help get him there, he said.
Wellness and Student Success at Appalachian
Why 8 dimensions of wellness are important to students’ holistic balance
Aug. 3, 2018
Dr. Alex F. Howard explains why staying healthy in multiple ways impacts a student’s ability to stay and complete a degree.
The ultimate resource
Appalachian’s university libraries are vibrant, collaborative learning environments where campus community members come together to create knowledge
July 25, 2018
Belk Library’s vast resources and knowledgeable staff keep Appalachian’s physical library relevant well into the digital age.

Student employment at Appalachian aligns part-time work with <span style="white-space: nowrap;">career readiness</span>

Student employment at Appalachian aligns part-time work with career readiness

July 31, 2018

Holding a part-time job is a time-honored way for students to pay for college. Increasingly, part-time jobs also provide a way for students to develop vital career skills that employers are looking for, said Les Miller, student employment coordinator in Appalachian State University’s Career Development Center.

“We have seen students come into positions with very little work experience. As they learn their job duties and have a better understanding of the expectations, we have seen students grow and develop both in their skills and competencies within their area,” Miller said.

Events

Aug
18
The BIG Sale
Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018
8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Get what you need for your dorm room, apartment or house. Items for The BIG Sale are collected at the end of the preceding spring semester as part of Don’t Throw it Away. Proceeds of the sale benefit local nonprofit energy efficiency initiatives and International service-learning opportunities for Appalachian students.
Aug
20
Black and Gold Convocation
With guest speaker Judy Shepard
Monday, Aug. 20, 2018
10 a.m.
Judy Shepard, mother of the late Matthew Shepard and president of the Matthew Shepard Foundation, will speak at Appalachian’s Black and Gold Convocation. Appalachian’s Common Reading Program selection “The Laramie Project” by Moisés Kaufman is a play about the community of Laramie, Wyoming, in the aftermath of the 1998 murder of Matthew Shepard, who was a gay student at the University of Wyoming.
Aug
24
Business for Good
A one-day event to learn how sustainable business practices relate to us all
Friday, Aug. 24, 2018
The fourth annual Business for Good conference will feature Mr. John Replogle, CEO and President of Seventh Generation; Mr. Vance Merolla, Global Director of Sustainability for Colgate-Palmolive Company; Dr. Katharine Wilkinson, Senior Writer for Project Drawdown; and Mr. Joby Carlson, Director of Sustainability for Walmart, Inc. A reception will follow and will feature comments from Mr. Andy Acho, Former Worldwide Director of Environmental Outreach and Strategy for Ford Motor Company.
Aug
27
Dr. Damon A. Williams on Inclusive Excellence
Strengthening Appalachian’s diversity commitment by engaging our community in a conversation about diversity, equity, inclusion and change
Monday, Aug. 27, 2018
7 p.m.
This one-hour, TED Talk-style presentation features one of the nation’s recognized experts in strategic diversity leadership, youth development, corporate responsibility and organizational change.
Aug
30
Adam Devine
Welcome Back Comedy Show
Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018
8 p.m.
Adam Devine is one of the most sought-after young comedians and actors in the comedy world. He is best known as a co-creator, writer, and star of the hit Comedy Central show, Workaholics for which he was named one of THR’s Top 50 Showrunners and one of Variety’s 2013 Ten Comics to Watch.
Sep
5
Founders Plaza dedication and ribbon-cutting
Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2018
2 p.m.
Appalachian State University will hold a dedication and ribbon-cutting for its new Founders Plaza. The event will feature musical performances by Hayes School of Music students and refreshments will be served. The public is invited to attend.

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Cool off with hot fun in the high country
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Appalachian’s Team Sunergy ties for second place in 2018 American <span style="white-space: nowrap;">Solar Challenge</span>

Appalachian’s Team Sunergy ties for second place in 2018 American Solar Challenge

July 24, 2018

The American Solar Challenge (ASC) is an international solar vehicle distance road race held biennially by the Innovators Educational Foundation (IEF). Twenty-one teams from five countries registered for the ASC, which began July 14 in Omaha, Nebraska, and ended in Bend, Oregon, on July 22.

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