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2015 rankings of public colleges released by The Business Journals
Feb. 17, 2015
The rankings keep rolling in for Appalachian State University and other N.C. schools. Recently The Business Journals, a division of American City Business Journals, published their top ranking of the nation’s 484 public colleges and universities.
David Gee and Lynne Mackey will perform Feb. 24 at Appalachian
Feb. 17, 2015
Cellist Gee and pianist Mackey began performing as a duo in 2004. They have performed in venues in Florida, New York, West Virginia, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Europe and Africa.
Appalachian Concert Band performs Feb. 23
Feb. 16, 2015
Rousing marches, a hymn-like composition based on Gregorian chants and a melodic tribute to a composer’s mother will be performed by the Appalachian Concert Band at Appalachian State University.
Art, beauty and truth explored in ‘The Countess’ Feb. 25-March 1
Feb. 16, 2015
Appalachian State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance presents the costume drama “The Countess.” Dr. Paulette Marty, a theatre faculty professor who specializes in theatre history, dramatic literature, dramaturgy, and cross-disciplinary topics, directs the production.
17th Annual Polar Plunge rescheduled for Feb. 26
Feb. 16, 2015
The 17th annual Polar Plunge at Appalachian State University’s duck pond that was originally scheduled for Feb. 19 has been rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 26.
Local manufacturer supports NCCET’s Future Engineers’ Camp
Feb. 16, 2015
US Conec, a Hickory-based fiber optic cables and connection hardware manufacturer, has contributed $5,000 to support the 2015 Future Engineers’ Camp operated by the N.C. Center for Engineering Technologies. The center, also located in Hickory, operates week-long day camps each summer for area school students from 3rd to 10th grade.
Noted scholar to discuss ‘Billy Graham: America’s Pastor’ March 31
Feb. 16, 2015
Dr. Grant Wacker, the Gilbert T. Rowe Professor of Christian History at Duke Divinity School, will present the talk “Billy Graham and the Shaping of a Nation,” at Appalachian State University.
Appalachian Repertory Orchestra performs Feb. 24
Feb. 16, 2015
The Appalachian Repertory Orchestra performs works by Telemann, Bach, Sibelius and Holst at Appalachian State University.
Wind ensemble and symphony band performance rescheduled for Feb. 26
Feb. 13, 2015
A performance by the Appalachian Wind Ensemble and Symphony Band originally scheduled for Feb. 21 has been rescheduled for Feb. 26.
Center for Appalachian Studies receives grant to develop classroom materials focused on region’s musical heritage
Feb. 12, 2015
The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area Partnership has awarded $7,000 to the Center for Appalachian Studies at Appalachian State University to develop lesson plans about North Carolina’s music traditions.
Lewis Nash and Appalachian Jazz Ensemble performance rescheduled
Feb. 11, 2015
The Feb. 20 performance by jazz drummer Lewis Nash and the Appalachian Jazz Ensemble has been rescheduled.
Technology for Teaching Fair: Enhancing Student Engagement and Learning
Feb. 11, 2015
The fair will allow faculty to share teaching and course design strategies used to enhance student learning using technology; connect teaching faculty and staff with similar pedagogical and content roles and interests; initiate communities of learners; promote the Technology for Teaching website and other campus resources for teaching/course design; and inform staff and faculty on support services offered on campus to effectively integrate technology into teaching and course design.
Hayes School of Music receives re-accreditation
Feb. 10, 2015
The Hayes School of Music at Appalachian State University has received a renewal of membership and accreditation from the National Association of Schools of Music.
Townley to compete in the National Trumpet Competition
Feb. 10, 2015
Mitchell Townley, a junior music education major at Appalachian State University, recently was accepted as a semi-finalist for the National Trumpet Competition’s undergraduate solo division. He will perform “Legend” by George Enesco.
Concerto-aria competition winners perform Feb. 15
Feb. 10, 2015
Winners of the Hayes School of Music’s concerto-aria competition will perform with the Appalachian State University Symphony Orchestra. The performance will feature trumpet player David Marvel, clarinetist Steven Lease and violinist Victor Li.
Coffee with a cop
Feb. 10, 2015
The event allowed students, staff, faculty and others to chat with members of University Police in an informal setting and enjoy a free cup of coffee.
Hayes School of Music string faculty performance rescheduled for Feb. 21
Feb. 9, 2015
Members of the string trio are Eric Koontz, viola, Nancy Bargerstock, violin, and Kenneth Lurie, cello. Joining the faculty are Margaret Bragg, violin, Audrey Sutton, viola, and Nora Naughton, cello.
CHAMP screenings to improve balance to begin March 5
Feb. 6, 2015
To help older adults learn how to prevent falls, Appalachian State University’s Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Institute for Health and Human Services will begin offering free monthly CHAMP screenings at two locations in Watauga County beginning in March.