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Appalachian’s student publications receive awards at national convention
Feb. 2, 2015
Members of the student publications The Peel Literature & Arts Review and The Appalachian at Appalachian State University received 12 awards at the fall 2014 National College Media Convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Fossils from a new aetosaur species discovered in North Carolina
Jan. 30, 2015
Some 230 million years ago, a distant relative of the crocodile called an aetosaur roamed prehistoric Earth. Aetosaurs were about three to 15 feet long and covered head to toe with bony plates that served as a type of body armor. A series of recently discovered armor plates from North Carolina are distinct from any others previously discovered.
Clements named Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers Fellow
Jan. 28, 2015
Dr. J. Sid Clements of Boone has been named a Fellow in the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). Clements is a professor of physics in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Appalachian State University.
Tyndall named director of research protections
Jan. 28, 2015
After a national search, Robin Tyndall has been named director of research protections at Appalachian State University. Tyndall has served as the interim director since August 2014, and previously was assistant director.
Appalachian raises more than $200 million to support academics, arts and athletics
Jan. 27, 2015
The Campaign for Appalachian is the university’s largest fundraising effort to date.
Girls on the Run revs up for spring season
Jan. 27, 2015
Girls on the Run (GOTR) is a youth development after-school program in Watauga, Ashe, Wilkes and Avery counties that innovatively weaves training for a 5k with lessons focused on developing essential life skills.
Campus and local community assistance sought for 24-Hour Play Festival
Jan. 26, 2015
Are you interested in helping Appalachian State University students write, rehearse and perform a play in 24 hours? Five campus clubs are collaborating for this exciting feat and need volunteers.
Poet Steven Reigns discusses his work Jan. 29 at Appalachian
Jan. 26, 2015
Reigns' project, The Gay Rub, is a collection of GLBTQ rubbings from historical markers across the world. It is on display in the Smith Gallery through Feb. 13.
Harmonia Baroque performs Feb. 1
Jan. 23, 2015
Harmonia Baroque kicks off the Super Bowl Sunday celebrations with a performance of extraordinary music by the Italian set Locatelli, Cavalli, Bononcini, Sammartini and Fontana.
Appalachian Warrior Fund established to assist veterans and their children
Jan. 23, 2015
The scholarship fund is for honorably discharged and disabled veterans and their children who have been admitted and enrolled at the university.
Perfect lawns aren’t perfect for the environment, research shows
Jan. 22, 2015
The continued quest for the perfect lawn contributes to global warming. Dr. Chuanhui Gu, an assistant professor in Appalachian State University’s Department of Geology, is the lead author of a paper published in the January issue of Journal of Environmental Management that indicates lawns and turf grass systems produce more greenhouse gases than they absorb.
Potpourri of musical styles performed Feb. 3
Jan. 22, 2015
No matter their music preference, the audience will find a range of offerings during “A Musical Potpourri” presented by the Hayes School of Music faculty at Appalachian State University.
Appalachian Chorale accepting new members
Jan. 20, 2015
The chorale is an 80- to 90-voice choir comprised of community members and students. It is open to all who would like to sing choral masterworks and feel that they can hold their own on a part.
Faculty recital Jan. 30 features works for violin and piano
Jan. 20, 2015
Performing in the Hayes School of Music faculty recital will be Nancy Bargerstock, professor of violin, and Rodney Reynerson, professor of piano.
Endowed Scholarship Recital held Jan 29 at Appalachian
Jan. 20, 2015
The recital showcases the talent of scholarship recipients for the Theodore Presser, Hayes Young Artist, White Wind and Elmer White Jazz Trumpet scholarships and the Will Hester Memorial Scholarship, which are the Hayes School of Music’s most prestigious scholarships.
Appalachian to offer Master of Science in Nursing beginning in August
Jan. 16, 2015
The UNC Board of Governors has approved a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program for Appalachian State University, which is pending approval by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), Appalachian’s accrediting body.
Momentum Dance Showcase to be presented Jan. 23 and 24
Jan. 15, 2015
Momentum is a campus-wide student dance organization. The annual dance showcase will feature seven original works choreographed and performed by Appalachian students.
Information about a nationwide email scam targeting university employees and students
Jan. 15, 2015
The FBI has issued an alert regarding scams that are targeting university employees and students nationwide.