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The 14 App State students, faculty and staff honored at the university's inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony, held April 27 on App State's Boone campus. Photos by Chase Reynolds and submitted

App State honors 14 students, faculty and staff at inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony

“It is always a pleasure to recognize members of the App State Community who strengthen the university for our students, faculty, staff and the communities of the High Country.”

App State Chancellor Sheri Everts

By Jessica Stump
Posted April 28, 2023 at 1:16 p.m.

BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University honored 14 students, faculty and staff for their commitment to excellence in serving the university at its inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony, held April 27 in the Grandview Ballroom of Kidd Brewer Stadium’s north end zone facility.

“It is always a pleasure to recognize members of the App State Community who strengthen the university for our students, faculty, staff and the communities of the High Country.”

App State Chancellor Sheri Everts

“It is always a pleasure to recognize members of the App State Community who strengthen the university for our students, faculty, staff and the communities of the High Country,” said App State Chancellor Sheri Everts.

The honorees and their awards:

  • Dr. Maryam Ahmed — University of North Carolina Board of Governors Excellence in Teaching Award.
  • Emily Daughtridge — Appalachian State University Excellence in Teaching Award.
  • Dr. David Koppenhaver — Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity.
  • Dr. Maggie Sugg — Provost’s Award for Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity.
  • Dr. Pablo Chialvo — Wayne D. Duncan Appalachian State University Faculty Enrichment and Teaching Fellowship.
  • Dr. Laura Ammon — Harvey R. Durham Outstanding Freshman Advocate Award.
  • Beth Holcomb ’02 ’14 — W.H. Plemmons Leadership Medallion.
  • Christian Martin — W.H. Plemmons Leadership Medallion.
  • Rylan O’Connor — W.H. Plemmons Leadership Medallion.
  • Adam Adcock ’02 — Staff Excellence Award.
  • Sarah-Davis Cagle ’06 ’19 — Staff Excellence Award.
  • Amy Roberts — Staff Excellence Award.
  • Ella Brose — Ronny L. Brooks Leadership Award.
  • Sharon Donahue — Ronny L. Brooks Leadership Award.
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App State Chancellor Sheri Everts, center, with Emily Daughtridge, professor in the Department of Theatre and Dance, left, and Dr. Maryam Ahmed, professor in the Department of Biology, at the inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony, held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Daughtridge is the recipient of the 2023 Appalachian State University Excellence in Teaching Award, and Ahmed is App State’s 2023 recipient of the UNC Board of Governors Excellence in Teaching Award. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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App State Chancellor Sheri Everts, left, with Dr. Nicholas Nam Shaw, associate professor in the Department of Chemistry and Fermentation Sciences, at the inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony, held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Shaw is one of five recipients of the 2023 Appalachian State University School/College Awards — part of the UNC Board of Governors Excellence in Teaching Awards program. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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Reich College of Education Dean Melba Spooner, left in foreground, with App State senior Christian Martin, a middle grades education major from Winston-Salem, at the inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Martin is one of two student recipients of App State’s 2023 W.H. Plemmons Leadership Medallion. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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App State Chancellor Sheri Everts gives remarks at the university’s inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony, held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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Beaver College of Health Sciences Dean Marie Huff, far left, and Dr. Adam Hege, associate professor in the Department of Public Health and Exercise Science and public health program director, far right, are pictured with the two Ronny L. Brooks Leadership Award winners for 2023: App State seniors Sharon Donahue, a nursing major from Candler, second from left, and Ella Brose, a global studies major from Cary. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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App State Provost Heather Hulburt Norris speaks at the inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony, held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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Adam Adcock ’02, research and lab operations manager in App State’s Department of Art, right in foreground, with College of Fine and Applied Arts Dean Shannon Campbell at the inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony, held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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App State Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs J.J. Brown speaks at the university’s inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony, held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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Dr. David Koppenhaver, professor in App State’s Department of Reading Education and Special Education (RESE), center, with several of his Reich College of Education colleagues at the university’s inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony, held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Pictured with Koppenhaver, from left to right, are Dr. Woody Trathen, professor in and chair of the RESE department; Dr. Devery Ward, associate professor and director of the Anderson Reading Clinic; Dr. Beth Buchholz, associate professor and reading education program director; Reich College Dean Melba Spooner; Dr. Debra Prykanowski, assistant professor and special education residency program coordinator; Reich College Associate Dean Monica Lambert; Dr. Christopher Van Loan, professor and emotional and behavioral support certificate coordinator; Dr. Aftynne Cheek, associate professor and special education program director; Bronwyn Harris, doctoral student in the educational leadership program and adjunct instructor; and Dr. Beth Frye, professor in and assistant chair of the RESE department. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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App State professor Emily Daughtridge, and her parents, Alvin and Judy Daughtridge, at the university’s inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony, held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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Dr. Christopher Seitz, assistant professor in the Department of Public Health and Exercise Science, right, with App State Chancellor Sheri Everts at the university’s inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony, held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Seitz is one of five recipients of the 2023 Appalachian State University School/College Awards — part of the UNC Board of Governors Excellence in Teaching Awards program. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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Dr. Pablo Chialvo, lecturer in App State’s Department of Biology, stands to be recognized at the inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources Alyson Ebaugh presents the 2023 Staff Excellence Awards at the university’s inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony, held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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Dr. William Gummerson, associate professor in App State’s Department of Leadership and Educational Studies, is recognized at the university’s inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony, held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs J.J. Brown, center, with App State seniors Sharon Donahue, left, and Elle Brose — the two 2023 recipients of the university’s Ronny L. Brooks Leadership Award — at the inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony, held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources Alyson Ebaugh, second from right, with the three winners of App State’s 2023 Staff Excellence Awards at the inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony, held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Pictured, from left to right, are Adam Adcock ’02, research and lab operations manager in the Department of Art; Amy Roberts, senior director of finance and systems for campus services; and Sarah-Davis Cagle ’06 ’19, director of enrollment analytics and customer relationship management solutions. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs J.J. Brown, second from right, with the 2023 winners of App State’s W.H. Plemmons Leadership Medallion. Pictured, from left to right, are Beth Holcomb ’02 ’14, director of campus activities; Christian Martin, a senior middle grades education major from Winston-Salem; and Rylan O’Connor, a senior electronic media/broadcasting major from Raleigh. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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App State Provost Heather Hulburt Norris, left, with Dr. Laura Ammon, associate professor in the Department of Philosophy and Religion, at the inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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App State Provost Heather Hulburt Norris, left, with Dr. Pablo Chialvo, lecturer in the Department of Biology, at the inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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App State Provost Heather Hulburt Norris, left, with Dr. Maggie Sugg, associate professor and departmental honors director in the Department of Geography and Planning, at the inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony held April 27 on App State’s Boone campus. Photo by Chase Reynolds

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Approximately 120 individuals attended the ceremony, including awardees, along with their families and App State colleagues, as well as App State leadership — both past and present, and benefactors of the awards.

Additionally, three winners of the 2023 Appalachian State University School/College Awards — Dr. William Gummerson, Dr. Christopher Seitz and Dr. Nicholas Nam Shaw — were in attendance. This year’s winners:

  • Dr. Kara Dempsey, associate professor in the Department of Geography and Planning.
  • Gummerson is a professor in the Department of Leadership and Educational Studies.
  • Seitz is an assistant professor in the Department of Public Health and Exercise Science.
  • Shaw is an associate professor in the Department of Chemistry and Fermentation Sciences.
  • Dr. Matthew Thomas-Reid, associate professor in the Department of Leadership and Educational Studies.

Chancellor Everts conferred the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity and the University of North Carolina Board of Governors and App State Excellence in Teaching Awards.

Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor Heather Hulburt Norris also presented several awards: the Wayne D. Duncan Appalachian State University Faculty Enrichment and Teaching Fellowship, the Harvey R. Durham Outstanding Freshman Advocate Award and the Provost’s Award for Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity.

Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs J.J. Brown opened the event and also conferred the Ronny L. Brooks Leadership Award and W.H. Plemmons Leadership Medallion.

Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources Alyson Ebaugh presented three App State staff members with Staff Excellence Awards.

Read on to learn more about the awards and this year’s recipients.

UNC Board of Governors Excellence in Teaching Award

The UNC Board of Governors Excellence in Teaching Award was established in 1994 to underscore the importance of teaching and to encourage, identify, recognize, reward and support good teaching within the UNC System. Every year, one faculty member from each of the System’s 17 constituent institutions is selected for the award, which comes with a $12,500 cash prize.

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Dr. Maryam Ahmed, professor in App State’s Department of Biology. Photo by Chase Reynolds

Dr. Maryam Ahmed

Dr. Maryam Ahmed is a professor in App State’s Department of Biology, where she has been a faculty member since 2010.

Ahmed is also a virologist whose area of research focuses on how viruses interact with different host cells for the development of cancer therapies. Her professional background includes work in immunology, cancer biology and infectious diseases.

She was selected for the UNC Board of Governors Excellence in Teaching Award after being nominated by her peers, who took into consideration her quality of teaching and prolonged commitment to App State.

The nomination letter sent by Ahmed’s colleagues to the UNC Board of Governors states, “She has expertly translated her strong background in research to a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and student engagement learning outcomes.”

Ahmed received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia and her doctoral degree from the Wake Forest University School of Medicine.

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App State Excellence in Teaching Award

The university-level App State Excellence in Teaching Award, which includes a $1,500 cash prize, is conferred annually as part of the UNC Board of Governors award program and recognizes an App State faculty member for their innovative teaching methods in the classroom, making a difference in the way students learn.

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Emily Daughtridge, professor in App State's Department of Theatre and Dance. Photo by Chase Reynolds

Emily Daughtridge

Emily Daughtridge, professor of dance studies in App State’s Department of Theatre and Dance, was selected for the Appalachian State University Excellence in Teaching Award after being nominated by her colleagues, App State students, administrators and alumni.

One nominator said, “With dance and music, Daughtridge invites students to involve themselves in deep learning — the kind of learning that changes lives.”

At App State, Daughtridge teaches modern dance technique, yoga, composition and improvisation, choreography, collaborative process, dance history and more. She also co-founded and teaches a cross-disciplinary study abroad program in Cuba and regularly choreographs for the Appalachian Dance Ensemble.

Daughtridge earned bachelor’s degrees in choreography and performance and in studio art from UNC Greensboro and holds a Master of Fine Arts in dance performance from The Ohio State University. She has also earned certifications in multiple movement practices.

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Chancellor’s and Provost’s Awards for Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity

Established in 2019 by Chancellor Everts, the Chancellor’s and Provost’s Awards for Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity honor App State faculty members for superior achievement in their fields.

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Dr. David Koppenhaver, professor in App State’s Department of Reading Education and Special Education. Photo by Chase Reynolds

Chancellor’s Award — Dr. David Koppenhaver

Dr. David Koppenhaver is a professor in App State’s Department of Reading Education and Special Education, where he has been a faculty member since 2004.

Norris said, “Dr. Koppenhaver has had a long and illustrious career at App State. His research focuses on literacy in individuals with high-intensity needs who include — among others — children with autism, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities and Rett syndrome. His teaching and research have contributed to improved understanding, enhanced teaching methods and new diagnostic assessments.”

Koopenhaver has co-authored five books, many peer-reviewed publications and book chapters, three national reports and online training modules for teachers. He has also authored beginning reader books, and, in 2019, he published the best-selling methods book “Comprehensive Literacy for All: Teaching Students with Significant Disabilities to Read and Write.”

Koppenhaver holds a doctorate in curriculum and instruction from UNC-Chapel Hill, as well as multiple North Carolina teaching certifications for grades K–12.

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Dr. Maggie Sugg, associate professor and honors program director in App State's Department of Geography and Planning. Photo by Chase Reynolds

Provost’s Award — Dr. Maggie Sugg

Dr. Maggie Sugg is an associate professor and the departmental honors director in App State’s Department of Geography and Planning.

Provost Norris said, “Maggie is an expert on research at the intersection of geography, climate and health. Her research provides insights into the cause of environmental health diseases — highlighting both at-risk populations and the place-based conditions that lead to adverse health outcomes.”

Sugg has received approximately $1 million in external funding in the last two years. Her research has been funded by several federal agencies, including the National Institutes of Health, the National Science Foundation and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. She is also the recipient of a National Science Foundation CAREER award, which is the foundation’s most prestigious award in support of early-career faculty.

Sugg holds a bachelor’s degree in biology and master’s and doctoral degrees in geography, all from UNC-Chapel Hill.

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Wayne D. Duncan Appalachian State University Faculty Enrichment and Teaching Fellowship

The Wayne D. Duncan Faculty Enrichment and Teaching Fellowship is conferred to a full-time App State faculty member in recognition of their innovative and successful teaching in the university’s General Education program. The award’s eponym, Wayne D. Duncan, served as past chairman of App State’s Board of Trustees and University Foundation Board of Directors and is now an emeritus member of the latter.

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Dr. Pablo Chialvo, lecturer in App State’s Department of Biology. Photo by Chase Reynolds

Dr. Pablo Chialvo

Dr. Pablo Chialvo, lecturer in App State’s Department of Biology, joined the department as a research associate in 2019 and became a lecturer in 2020.

As chair of the department’s Inclusive Excellence Committee, Chialvo seeks to harness his expertise and apply it to issues of diversity, equity and inclusion.

He has been an active participant in App State’s Transforming STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) initiative, which implements inclusive practices in STEM courses, and has developed a Teaching Strategies course for graduate students.

In 2022, Chialvo received the College of Arts and Sciences’ Non-Tenure Track Faculty Award for Excellence in General Education Teaching.

He holds doctoral and bachelor’s degrees in entomology, from the University of Georgia and University of Florida, respectively, and graduate certificates in university teaching (UGA) and antiracism in education (University of North Carolina at Charlotte).

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Harvey R. Durham Outstanding Freshman Advocate Award

The Harvey R. Durham Outstanding Freshman Advocate Award is conferred to a full-time App State employee who has contributed significantly to improving the first-year experience at App State. Durham served App State for 39 years before retiring in 2004 — as an assistant professor of mathematics, as well as in various administration and leadership roles, including vice chancellor for academic affairs, provost, executive vice chancellor and acting chancellor.

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Dr. Laura Ammon, associate professor in App State’s Department of Philosophy and Religion and director of the Watauga Residential College. Photo by Chase Reynolds

Dr. Laura Ammon

Dr. Laura Ammon is an associate professor in App State’s Department of Philosophy and Religion and has served as director of the Watauga Residential College program since 2021.

One nominator — a first-year App State student — said, “Dr. Ammon has devoted herself to creating a freshman experience unlike any other. Students are never without the resources, support systems and professional guidance they need to comfortably navigate college life.”

At App State, Ammon offers services outside of teaching in several capacities, including as an executive board member of the Residential College Society and as an affiliate faculty member in the Center for Judaic, Holocaust and Peace Studies.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in liberal arts from Webster University, a master’s degree in religious studies from the University of Chicago and a doctorate in religion from Claremont Graduate University.

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W. H. Plemmons Leadership Medallion

The W.H. Plemmons Leadership Medallion — named in honor of App State’s second president, Dr. William H. Plemmons — recognizes the time, energy, skills and commitment of students, faculty, student affairs educators and staff who excel in providing leadership that enriches the quality of student life and advances the education of students at App State.

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Beth Holcomb ’02 ’14, director of campus activities at App State. Photo by Chase Reynolds

Beth Holcomb

A two-time App State graduate, Beth Holcomb ’02 ’14 is the director of campus activities at App State. Before stepping into her current position, Holcomb served in both an associate and assistant capacity of the role.

One nominator highlighted the positive impact Holcomb has made on the App State Community: “As a mentor, supervisor, educator and colleague, her efforts and initiatives have elevated the transformational Appalachian Experience for thousands of our students.”

Holcomb has won numerous awards during her time at App State, including an Outstanding Staff Award, an Outstanding Organization Advisor Award, a Student Staff Leadership Award and an App State Recreation Management Outstanding Alumna Award.

Holcomb holds a bachelor’s degree in recreation management and a master’s degree in college student development, both from App State.

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App State senior Christian Martin, a middle grades education major from Winston-Salem. Photo submitted

Christian Martin

App State senior Christian Martin, of Winston-Salem, is on track to graduate from App State in May with a bachelor’s degree in middle grades education-social studies and language arts. He is a student teacher at Central Wilkes Middle School.

During his time at App State, Martin has served the Mountaineer community through numerous leadership roles, including an undergraduate student coordinator for the Multicultural Center, a Student Orientation Undergraduate Leader, an undergraduate student intern in the Office of Diversity, director of diversity and inclusion for the Student Government Association, president of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) and the Pi Nu Chapter of NPHC’s Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity and chair of the Appalachian Educators Club’s Diverse Abilities Committee.

“Christian’s reach and impact extend far beyond these mountains. He is a catalyst for positive change in others and demonstrates a commitment to continued self-growth and exploration within the realm of leadership,” a nominator said.

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App State senior Rylan O’Connor, an electronic media/broadcasting major from Raleigh. Photo by Chase Reynolds

Rylan O’Connor

App State senior Rylan O’Connor, of Raleigh, is set to graduate in May, earning his bachelor’s degree in electronic media/broadcasting and a minor in leadership studies.

“Rylan is a true leader among leaders. He brings a wave of positive energy wherever he goes, and he is passionate about supporting people, about leadership and about making a positive impression in this world,” a nominator said.

A Plemmons Leadership Scholar, O’Connor was named student coordinator for his scholar peers in 2020–21, a position requiring demonstrated leadership and organization.

He is the creator and producer of “The Spotlight” and has served as producer of “Religion in Life” and associate producer of “Up Late App State” — all programs of App State’s student-operated TV station, AppTV.

Additionally, O’Connor serves as a DJ and promotions intern for App State’s student-led radio station, 90.5 WASU-FM, and as a broadcast assistant for App State Athletics.

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Staff Excellence Award

Conferred by the Office of Human Resources, the Staff Excellence Award honors App State staff members for their exemplary service, commitment, collegiality and leadership to the university community.

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Adam Adcock ’02, research and lab operations manager in App State’s Department of Art. Photo by Chase Reynolds

Adam Adcock

Adam Adcock ’02 is the research and lab operations manager in App State’s Department of Art, overseeing the daily physical operations of the department’s various studios and classrooms. He joined the department in 2007 as an adjunct instructor and assumed his current position in a full-time capacity in 2013.

Several of Adcock’s colleagues nominated him for the Staff Excellence Award, highlighting his efficiency and innovation in assisting the Art department with its transition of studio, lab and office spaces in Wey Hall to their temporary homes in East Hall — in preparation for the Wey Hall renovations taking place this spring and slated for completion by the fall 2024 semester.

Adcock earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in studio art from App State in 2002 and holds a Master of Fine Arts in sculpture from East Carolina University.

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Sarah-Davis Cagle ’06 ’19, director of enrollment analytics and customer relationship management solutions at App State. Photo by Chase Reynolds

Sarah-Davis Cagle

Sarah-Davis Cagle ’06 ’19 is director of enrollment analytics and customer relationship management solutions in App State’s Division of Enrollment Management. She started working in the Office of Admissions immediately after graduating from App State and has continued her career in enrollment management for the past 16 years.

Several of Cagle’s colleagues nominated her for the Staff Excellence Award, acknowledging the important work she has done to assist multiple App State departments, colleges and offices.

One nominator said, “Sarah-Davis is, without doubt or question, one of the most collegial, efficient, responsive, innovative, hard-working and service-oriented individuals at Appalachian State University.”

Cagle joined App State’s Staff Senate in 2020 as a senator, was elected as chair-elect for the 2021–22 academic year and serves as Staff Senate chair for the 2022–23 academic year.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in biology and a graduate certificate in strategic communication, both from App State.

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Amy Roberts, senior director of finance and systems for campus services at App State. Photo by Chase Reynolds

Amy Roberts

Amy Roberts joined App State’s staff in 2004 and is the senior director of finance and systems for campus services. Her responsibilities include the preparation and oversight of budgeting, financial reporting and analysis for Campus Dining, the University Bookstore, Parking and Transportation, Conference and Event Services, the AppCard Office and the University Post Office. She previously held the positions of associate controller, assistant controller and director of special funds accounting.

Several of Roberts’ colleagues nominated her for the Staff Excellence Award, highlighting her efficiency and innovation and her superb customer service.

Since joining Campus Services, Roberts has been involved in initiating a number of new innovations, including mobile food ordering, touchless dining hall entry, online photo submission for IDs, digital textbook rentals, license plate readers for parking permits and much more.

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Ronny L. Brooks Leadership Award

The Ronny L. Brooks Leadership Award recognizes App State students who have distinguished themselves through the exemplary leadership they consistently provide to their student peers and to App State programs and organizations. Brooks served as App State dean of students (1971–85) and was a strong supporter of out-of-class learning to foster student development.

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App State senior Ella Brose, a global studies major from Cary. Photo by Chase Reynolds

Ella Brose

App State senior Ella Brose, of Cary, is a Diversity Scholar and an Honors College student pursuing her bachelor’s degree in global studies.

Several of Brose’s peers nominated her for the Ronny L. Brooks Leadership Award, highlighting her strong leadership on campus and beyond. One nominator said, “Ella is an exemplary student with a strong work ethic, initiative, passion and inspiring leadership qualities. She is a leader among leaders.”

Brose joined App State’s Public Health AmeriCorps team in October 2022 as a public health corps implementation specialist. She is also president of App State’s Alpha Phi Omega Tau Beta Chapter, as well as a Community Fellow in the Office of Community-Engaged Leadership, where she leads students through community service and campus event planning.

Brose, who is scheduled to graduate from App State in May, plans to pursue a master’s degree in public health at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

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App State senior Sharon Donahue, a nursing major from Candler. Photo by Chase Reynolds

Sharon Donahue

App State senior and nursing major Sharon Donahue, of Candler, was nominated for the Ronny L. Brooks Leadership Award by several of her peers, who noted her leadership as one of her many outstanding qualities.

Donahue joined the Appalachian Popular Programming Society (APPS) during her first year at App State and has held APPS leadership roles for the past three years — including her current role of vice president of development. Through APPS, she developed an impactful leadership program that she was invited to present at a national conference this year.

She has also served as a Trailhead Experience student guide with App State’s CEL Office and as a Student Orientation Undergraduate Leader for the Office of Academic Advising and Orientation.

Donahue is slated to graduate from App State in May and has already accepted her dream job as a labor and delivery nurse at a hospital in Atlanta.

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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.

“It is always a pleasure to recognize members of the App State Community who strengthen the university for our students, faculty, staff and the communities of the High Country.”

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App State’s chancellor and provost honored two faculty members with 2022 Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity awards at the Oct. 21 Research and Creativity Activity at Appalachian event.

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