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App State alumnus credits Mountaineer experience for his research success
Nov. 24, 2020
Harrison Esterly ’19 said his undergraduate experience at App State prepared him for success in the field of chemistry. Now a research technician at UNC-Chapel Hill, he is continuing a project he began at App State — one that could yield cost savings for storing and transporting life-saving medications.
Tips for staying physically active this winter — advice from App State’s Dr. Rebecca Battista
Nov. 20, 2020
App State’s Dr. Becki Battista offers seven tips for how to stay motivated with an exercise routine this winter. “Even 10-minute bouts sprinkled throughout the day can help,” Battista said.
An ‘Amazing Race’ for an App State Mountaineer alumnus
Nov. 19, 2020
Frank Eaves ’16 — a Walker College of Business alumnus and former App State basketball player — said he had the adventure of a lifetime competing on “The Amazing Race,” an Emmy Award-winning television reality series.
The sky is the limit for this high-achieving Mountaineer
Nov. 17, 2020
Graduating senior Wendell Addy has achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA as a computer information systems major, and after completing three virtual internships this summer, he had a choice of job offers in the technology field.
5 tips from App State’s Dr. Alex F. Howard on how to form a pandemic pod
Nov. 13, 2020
App State’s Dr. Alex F. Howard offers tips on how to select a small group of people to allow for social connectedness while reducing risk of exposure to COVID-19.
Rising above adversity: A Mountaineer’s road to success
Nov. 11, 2020
Mentors have helped App State student Zoe Huffines overcome personal challenges and tragedy to succeed as a Mountaineer.
App State observes Veterans Day virtually, recognizes campus heroes
Nov. 11, 2020
App State is observing Veterans Day virtually this year with welcome remarks from App State Chancellor Sheri Everts, along with a series of insights from staff veterans in App State’s Facilities Operations and Nick Katers, the university’s associate vice chancellor for facilities management.
App State alumnus’s fellowship program puts college grads to work in NC communities
Nov. 4, 2020
App State alumnus Dylan Russell ’14 is helping uplift communities in North Carolina through Lead for North Carolina — a fellowship program designed for recent college graduates.
From mountains to skyscrapers — App State alumnus reflects on his path as an NYC artist
Oct. 29, 2020
App State alumnus Kameron Neal ’14 credits his Appalachian Experience with setting his career course as a multidisciplinary artist living and working in New York City. Here, Neal reflects on his time at App State and the opportunities that helped broaden his artistry.
Precision on and off the field — App State undergraduate research a springboard for aspiring surgeon
Oct. 27, 2020
App State senior Cole Garrison, an exercise science major and member of the Mountaineers football team, has been accepted to the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine, where he plans to pursue a career as a surgeon.
App State students use peer-to-peer efforts to help slow the spread of COVID-19
Oct. 26, 2020
App State students emphasize healthy behaviors to their peers through a number of student-led initiatives to help limit the spread of COVID-19.
App State faculty member fosters equitable experiences for underrepresented students
Oct. 20, 2020
App State’s Dr. Jamie Parson is fostering access to careers in insurance for underrepresented students in the Walker College of Business through diversity and inclusion initiatives designed to give students the resources they need to be successful.
Library treasure trove preserves history of Appalachia, App State
Oct. 19, 2020
Take a peek into some of the App State and regional treasures available in the university’s Special Collections Research Center — from chunks of coal, to memorabilia from Lulu Belle Wiseman and Scotty Wiseman, to a bottle of Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey.
App State’s premier signature scholarships — a lifetime of value
Oct. 9, 2020
Three of App State’s signature scholarships — the Chancellor’s Scholarship, the Dr. Willie C. Fleming Scholarship and the Diversity Scholars Program — provide full in-state tuition and fees, plus additional benefits to provide a lifetime of value.
Scholarship honors Dr. Willie C. Fleming, builds diversity legacy
Oct. 9, 2020
App State’s Dr. Willie C. Fleming Scholarship is a win-win for diversity, according to its initiator, Judge Gary Henderson ’92 ’94. Recipients, who are provided full in-state tuition and fees, mentorship and additional opportunities, benefit the Appalachian Community through their leadership efforts to promote cultural diversity.
Poised for postgraduate success — App State Fleming Scholars continue diversity advocacy
Oct. 9, 2020
The first four recipients of App State’s full-tuition Dr. Willie C. Fleming Scholarship — a rising business leader, a college adviser, a graduate student hopeful and a medical professional — have graduated from App State and are poised for postgraduate success. Learn about their next steps beyond App State.
App State alumna teaches next generation of students how to learn through inquiry
Oct. 5, 2020
App State alumna Hannah Griffin ’15 teaches high school earth and environmental science students in Monroe how to learn through inquiry.
App State college advisers prepare rural Western NC students for college success
Oct. 1, 2020
Regional high school seniors are learning how to prepare for and succeed in college — and beyond — thanks to support provided by App State’s College Advising Corps (CAC). Read on to learn more about CAC program and the impact it has made to date.

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