Boone, N.C.—IlaSahai Prouty, assistant professor in the Department of Art at Appalachian State University, has been named associate dean of the College of Fine and Applied Arts. Prouty began her new role on Jan. 1.

Prouty, who received her MFA from the California College of Art and her BA from Brown University, was hired by the College of Fine and Applied Arts in 2009 and has served as both assistant professor and general education coordinator in the Department of Art. She is also active in the local, regional and national art community, with installations in various North Carolina spaces as well as in museums and galleries on the east coast.

“I look forward to collaborating with the accomplished faculty and staff of Fine and Applied Arts to help build healthy systems in our college while I work on issues ranging from interdisciplinary initiatives to assessment to diversity,” she shared. “I hope to bring my experiences and perspectives to bear in a way that benefits our amazing students.”

Before coming to Appalachian, Prouty was a resident artist at the Penland School of Crafts. Prior to this, she served as Art Department chair at the Waring School and as a teacher, curator and advisor at the Governor’s Academy, both in Massachusetts. She has also authored three books about experiential education and has served as a facilitator and curriculum writer.

“We are thrilled to welcome Ila into the role of associate dean,” remarked Phyllis Kloda, dean of the College of Fine and Applied Arts. “Her dedication to the college, coupled with her previous administrative experiences, make her an excellent fit to serve our students and the university community.”

About the College of Fine and Applied Arts

Appalachian State University’s College of Fine and Applied Arts is a dynamic and innovative group of seven academic departments, bringing together a variety of perspectives, experiences and real-world education to provide unique opportunities for student success. The college has more than 3,000 undergraduate and graduate majors. Its departments are Applied Design, Art, Communication, Military Science and Leadership, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment, and Theatre and Dance.

About Appalachian State University

As a premier public institution, Appalachian State University prepares students to lead purposeful lives. App State is one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina System, with a national reputation for innovative teaching and opening access to a high-quality, affordable education for all. The university enrolls more than 21,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and 80 graduate majors at its Boone and Hickory campuses and through App State Online. Learn more at https://www.appstate.edu.

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