Dr. Heather Hulburt Norris
Chancellor
“It is my great honor to continue to serve, building upon the excellence that was established by our founders 125 years ago.”
— App State Chancellor Heather Hulburt Norris
On Feb. 27, 2025, the UNC Board of Governors elected Dr. Heather Hulburt Norris as the next leader of Appalachian State University.
Norris has served as interim chancellor since April 2024. Her career has been characterized by her strong, collaborative leadership and service to both App State and the greater community, and she brings more than two decades of academic leadership, vision and expertise to her role as chancellor.
Keep scrolling to learn more about Chancellor Norris and the campus events celebrating her appointment.
Appalachian State University Chancellor Heather Norris shares her first message after being elected chancellor by the UNC Board of Governors.
App State students, faculty, staff and community members gathered on the Boone and Hickory campuses Feb. 27 and Feb. 28, respectively, to celebrate Dr. Heather Hulburt Norris, the university’s newest chancellor. Watch this video to relive the excitement!
Two events to celebrate and connect with Chancellor Norris were held on the Boone and Hickory campuses on Feb. 27 and 28.
Dr. Heather Norris was appointed to the position of Chancellor of Appalachian State University by UNC System President Peter Hans after a national search. On June 28, 2024 University of North Carolina System President Peter Hans announced the formation of the 13-member search advisory committee. Learn more about the Chancellor Search
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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