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  • Alumnus Trevor McKenzie turned his childhood interest in Appalachia into a career
    Alumnus Trevor McKenzie turned his childhood interest in Appalachia into a career
    May 26, 2016

    Trevor McKenzie ’10 ’12 earned degrees in history and Appalachian studies and now works as an archivist at Appalachian State University.

  • Biology professor awarded second NIH grant for cholera research
    Biology professor awarded second NIH grant for cholera research
    Feb. 4, 2016

    Appalachian State University’s Dr. Ece Karatan has been awarded her second National Institutes of Health (NIH) grant for her research in cholera.

  • Dr. Joe Gonzalez, scholar of Cuba, gets ‘between the academic and the experiential’
    Dr. Joe Gonzalez, scholar of Cuba, gets ‘between the academic and the experiential’
    Jan. 26, 2016

    What’s the difference between a tourist and a traveler? If you ask Joseph Gonzalez, he might tell you it comes down to the sort of bus you’re riding in.

  • Billy Joel to Adele — Dr. Jennifer Snodgrass uses pop to teach music theory
    Billy Joel to Adele — Dr. Jennifer Snodgrass uses pop to teach music theory
    Jan. 26, 2016

    The first chapter of Jennifer Snodgrass’ book “Contemporary Musicianship” is about Billy Joel. Why? Because she noticed her 8 a.m. music theory class students were sleepy. She used the piano man to wake them up.

  • Karen Epermanis, Faculty Member of Distinction
    Karen Epermanis, Faculty Member of Distinction
    Jan. 26, 2016

    Karen Epermanis – or, as her students call her, Dr. E – was nervous when she watched four mentees field questions from risk management professionals at the national Spencer Risk Management Challenge in spring 2015. It was the culmination of a semester’s worth of research. Their assigned task: Analyze company risks and make recommendations for The Walt Disney Corporation.

  • Walking the Walk with Dr. Lee Ball
    Walking the Walk with Dr. Lee Ball
    Dec. 12, 2015

    Dr. Lee Ball, the interim director of sustainability for Appalachian State University, has all the credentials: a doctorate in Sustainability Education, a master’s in Environmental Education, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural Science.

  • Appalachian recognizes alumni with Faces of Courage Awards
    Appalachian recognizes alumni with Faces of Courage Awards

    The award recognizes those who were instrumental in Appalachian State University’s early diversity efforts. Another former student received an honorary degree and the Black and Gold Medallion.

    Nov. 25, 2015

    Five alumni who played key roles in Appalachian’s history were recognized - four with Faces of Courage Awards and one with an honorary degree - at a special ceremony during Homecoming 2015.

  • Scholarly Teaching Academy recognizes teacher-scholars
    Scholarly Teaching Academy recognizes teacher-scholars
    Nov. 18, 2015

    Meet the latest participants in Appalachian State University’s Scholarly Teaching Academy, and see how these faculty are focused on teaching excellence.

  • We Were Travelers, Not Tourists
    We Were Travelers, Not Tourists

    Traveling through Cuba with 15 students, 2 colleagues and no Internet

    Oct. 9, 2015

    A group of students and faculty learns about the history, culture and politics of Cuba – and some of what Cubans experience each day – during a study abroad experience.

  • Reflections on Cuba
    Reflections on Cuba
    Oct. 9, 2015

    In May, three faculty members took 15 students to Cuba for a multidisciplinary, study abroad course titled “Rhythm and Revolution: Exploring Music and Dance in Cuba.” The group committed to being travelers, not tourists and came away with an understanding of the island’s history, culture, politics and some of what Cubans experience each day.

  • Commitment to service, leadership and academics are hallmarks of the Wilson Scholars
    Commitment to service, leadership and academics are hallmarks of the Wilson Scholars
    June 15, 2015

    The Wilson Scholars Program is Appalachian State University’s most prestigious full-ride, merit-based scholarship. The 2015 class arrives on campus soon.

  • Memorial Day Ceremony at Appalachian, May 25, 2015
    Memorial Day Ceremony at Appalachian, May 25, 2015
    May 26, 2015

    On May 25, 2105, Appalachian State University held a Memorial Day ceremony at the Veterans Memorial located adjacent to the Dougherty Administration Building on campus.

  • Appalachian’s INTERSECT Social Justice Retreat enhances understanding
    Appalachian’s INTERSECT Social Justice Retreat enhances understanding
    May 1, 2015

    Everyone has a story. If we each knew these stories, would we have more understanding and compassion toward others?

  • Appalachian retains Carnegie Foundation’s community engagement classification
    Appalachian retains Carnegie Foundation’s community engagement classification
    Feb. 12, 2015

    Appalachian is among a select group of colleges and universities holding the “community engagement” classification by the Carnegie Foundation.

  • Service-learning project benefits Daniel Boone Native Gardens
    Service-learning project benefits Daniel Boone Native Gardens
    Nov. 7, 2014

    Students in a First Year Seminar course research, create and install plant signage at Daniel Boone Native Gardens.

  • Wilson Scholars begin college with study abroad in France
    Wilson Scholars begin college with study abroad in France
    Sep. 19, 2014

    The Wilson Scholars program welcomes four inaugural scholars, who began their Appalachian Experience with study abroad.

  • Third Appalachian Energy Summit guides UNC system’s energy future
    Third Appalachian Energy Summit guides UNC system’s energy future
    July 24, 2014

    Appalachian State University leads the way in transforming the University of North Carolina’s energy future by hosting the third annual Appalachian Energy Summit July 28-30.

  • Maison Reciprocity row house design ranks 9th in Solar Decathlon Europe 2014
    Maison Reciprocity row house design ranks 9th in Solar Decathlon Europe 2014
    July 12, 2014

    Maison Reciprocity, Appalachian’s net-zero energy house designed in collaboration with Université d’Angers, comes in 9th place at Solar Decathlon Europe 2014.

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