App State announces Spring 2020 Commencement will be virtual

“My leadership team and I are committed to preserving, to the greatest extent possible, the essence of the celebrations and milestones of the final weeks of the spring semester, including commencement.”

Appalachian Chancellor Sheri Everts

By Elisabeth Wall

Posted March 20, 2020 at 5:08 p.m.

BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University’s Chancellor Sheri Everts announced today the university’s Spring 2020 Commencement will be held virtually. Spring 2020 graduates will have the option to participate in December 2020 Commencement.

“My leadership team and I are committed to preserving, to the greatest extent possible, the essence of the celebrations and milestones of the final weeks of the spring semester, including commencement.”

Appalachian Chancellor Sheri Everts

In an announcement to campus, Everts said, “There are many details to work out, but please know my leadership team and I are committed to preserving, to the greatest extent possible, the essence of the celebrations and milestones of the final weeks of the spring semester, including commencement.”

In her announcement Everts also stated, “On Monday, Appalachian will begin a new normal,” and she provided updates pertaining to the university’s adjustments in light of the coronavirus and its disease, COVID-19. Students will begin studies online and through alternative course delivery methods on Monday, March 23.

“It has taken tremendous effort on the part of our faculty to make this move and they have proven yet again to be selfless and adaptive professionals. It will not be a seamless transition, and as we work out the kinks together, it will be important to be patient and recognize we are all working alongside one another to provide the best possible academic experience for our students,” Everts said.

Her message further addressed facilities access and dining services, and shared that 160 students who met the criteria to stay on campus will remain in their residence halls. Information on these and other related issues can be found on the university’s dedicated coronavirus website.

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Spring 2020 Commencement

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For many graduates, commencement is the ultimate celebration of one of the most significant achievements of their lifetimes. We are heartbroken that we are not able to offer a traditional May Commencement this year but are also determined to provide a memorable commencement experience for our May and August 2020 graduates, one that honors the work you have done to reach this stage in your academic career.

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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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“My leadership team and I are committed to preserving, to the greatest extent possible, the essence of the celebrations and milestones of the final weeks of the spring semester, including commencement.”

Appalachian Chancellor Sheri Everts

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