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Civil rights activist Mary Frances Berry speaks March 23 at Appalachian
March 13, 2015
Dr. Mary Frances Berry will present “Whatever Happened to the Civil Rights Movement?” as part of the 2014-15 Forum Series at Appalachian State University. The series theme is “The Civil Rights Act After 50 Years: Is There Justice for All Now?”
Celebration of the humanities held April 10 at Appalachian
March 13, 2015
The College of Arts and Sciences Humanities Council at Appalachian State University will host a “Celebration of the Humanities at Appalachian State: Past, Present, and Future.”
Spring renewable energy and energy efficiency workshop series begins April 10
March 13, 2015
The Appalachian Energy Center at Appalachian State University will host a series of renewable energy and energy efficiency workshops on campus.
Class on growing and caring for tropical plants held March 21
March 13, 2015
A free “plant parenthood” class focusing on vegetative propagation of tropical plants will be held at the Department of Biology Greenhouse.
University lecturer explores nature’s phenomena in new book
March 12, 2015
From Australia to Venezuela and points in-between, writer Leigh Ann Henion has chronicled some of nature’s wonders in her debut book “Phenomenal: A Hesitant Adventurer’s Search for Wonder in the Natural World” published by Penguin Press on March 24.
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month
March 11, 2015
It can happen at any age – a significant fall, motor vehicle crash or sports injury that results in traumatic brain injury (TBI) from concussion, skull fracture, blood clot or bleeding in the brain.
‘Being an Engaged Campus’ discussion to be held March 18
March 11, 2015
The campus community is invited to a panel discussion titled “Being an Engaged Campus: Opportunities for Teaching, Learning, Research, and Service,” hosted by Faculty and Academic Development and the Office of Academic Civic Engagement in furtherance of Appalachian State University’s Carnegie Elective Classification as a Community Engaged Campus.
A night of traditional Appalachian music April 16 will support Appalachian studies scholarships
March 6, 2015
For those who enjoy foot-tapping, rousing and traditional Old-Time music, come out and join the Center for Appalachian Studies for the Ed Cabbell Scholarship Benefit Concert.
Walker College of Business team wins N.C. CFA Institute Research Challenge
March 6, 2015
Four students from Appalachian State University’s Walker College of Business won the N.C. CFA Institute Research Challenge held in Greensboro, besting student teams from Elon University, N.C. State University and UNC Wilmington.
Autism camp offered April 17-19, registration ends April 1
March 5, 2015
Crinkleroot Retreat, a free day camp, is recruiting campers ages 8 – 14 with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Global Film Series: ‘Two Million Minutes,’ ‘City of God’ and ‘Aquí y Allá’
March 5, 2015
The Global Films Series will show three films as part of its spring series at Appalachian State University.
Programs on reproductive justice presented at Appalachian
March 5, 2015
A series of events with the common theme of reproductive justice will be presented in March and April as part of Women’s History Month at Appalachian State University. The programs are sponsored by the university’s Gender, Women’s and Sexuality Studies Program.
10th Annual Tom Moore 5K Run/Walk held April 11
March 5, 2015
Students from Appalachian’s Recreation Management program, in collaboration with Huntington’s Disease Society of America, will host the 10th Annual Tom Moore 5K Run/Walk.
Appalachian expands its educational opportunities in Turkey
March 4, 2015
Appalachian State University has added a second formal agreement with a private university in Turkey creating opportunities for student, faculty and staff exchanges from Appalachian State University and both Turkish institutions.
Scholar discusses women’s identity as reflected in Disney films March 18
March 3, 2015
Fulbright-Nehru doctoral research scholar Mukulika Dattagupta will present the talk “The Journey of Women in Animated Disney Films.”
Appalachian expands educational opportunities into the UAE
March 3, 2015
Appalachian State University has signed a formal agreement with the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) that paves the way for student, faculty and staff exchanges at both institutions.
Jazz Ensemble II performs March 4
March 2, 2015
Jazz tunes inspired by the Beatles, a Latin beat and the romance of Paris will be performed by Appalachian Jazz Ensemble II.
Luck o’ the Lassie fundraiser will be held March 17 to benefit Girls on the Run
March 2, 2015
The event, sponsored by Girls on the Run of the High Country, features wine tasting, food prepared by The Best Cellar chefs and a live auction.