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Appalachian will partner with Middle Fork Elementary in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools on Laboratory School
June 30, 2017
Appalachian was selected as one of eight institutions within the UNC system charged with establishing a laboratory school in districts with more than 25 percent of schools identified according to state guidelines as “low performing.” The Board of Governors selected Appalachian because of the quality of its educator preparation program.
Foreman named vice chancellor and chief of staff at Appalachian State University
June 29, 2017
Foreman will oversee the areas of University Communications, Arts Engagement (An Appalachian Summer Festival, the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts and the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts), the Holmes Convocation Center, the Office of Sustainability, the Small Business and Technology Development Center and External Affairs and Community Relations.
Appalachian awards four Fleming Scholarships for 2017-18
June 29, 2017
The scholarship recipients are Jonathan Winbush of Winston-Salem; Tamia Gowens of Greensboro; Ayah Hatcher of Raleigh; and Jordan Moore of Indian Trail. The scholarship is named for Dr. Willie C. Fleming, Appalachian’s chief diversity officer.
Shadows of Diverse Disciplines: Reflections on Solar Eclipses with Appalachian’s College of Arts and Sciences
June 29, 2017
As anticipation builds with the solar eclipse approaching this August, the College of Arts and Sciences at Appalachian State University will hold a panel discussion to examine the many interpretations of these events in history, from scientific to religious, and discuss the significance of an eclipse through the variety of disciplines that comprise the college.
Department of Mathematical Sciences hosts workshop on Sustainable Energy Consumption
June 28, 2017
During the month of June, the Department of Mathematical Sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences at Appalachian State University welcomed faculty from around the world to Reconnect, a conference designed to evaluate mathematical and computational tools for energy efficiency and reliability of data centers.
EPA head and urban revitalization strategist to deliver keynote addresses at Appalachian’s 2017 Appalachian Energy Summit, July 10 and 11
June 27, 2017
Gina McCarthy, the former head of the EPA, and Majora Carter, an urban revitalization strategist who hosts “The Promised Land,” a Peabody Award-winning public radio series, will deliver keynote addresses during the Appalachian Energy Summit at Appalachian State University.
Campus emergency siren test to be conducted July 5
June 27, 2017
Appalachian State University will test its campus siren warning system at 11:55 a.m. on Wednesday, July 5.
Workers celebrated in ‘topping ceremony’ for Appalachian’s Beaver College of Health Sciences building
June 27, 2017
Appalachian State University’s Beaver College of Health Sciences celebrates half-way mark, honors workers with topping ceremony.
Everts discusses enrollment and outstanding student retention rate at Appalachian’s Board of Trustees meeting
June 26, 2017
At Appalachian State University’s June Board of Trustees meeting, preliminary enrollment numbers were released, board members were honored, new deans were welcomed and new opportunities for university properties were considered.
Appalachian awards 10 students Diversity Scholarships for 2017-18
June 26, 2017
The Diversity Scholarship is given to students who have demonstrated leadership potential, academic achievement, a willingness to create positive change and a commitment to the principles of diversity. The scholarship covers full in-state tuition and fees for eight semesters, plus special service, leadership and travel opportunities. All first-year students are eligible for the scholarship.
Cindy Barr named associate vice chancellor for enrollment management at Appalachian
June 19, 2017
Cynthia Lawrence “Cindy” Barr will be the next associate vice chancellor for enrollment management at Appalachian State University. She will begin work Aug. 1, having most recently served as vice president of enrollment at Catawba College.
College of Arts and Sciences names Outstanding Student Teacher of the Year for 2016-17
June 15, 2017
Judson MacDonald, who is from Cary, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Spanish education from the department of languages, literatures and cultures in May 2017. He is currently pursuing a masters in Romance Languages as an accelerated admissions student.
Huff appointed Dean of the Beaver College of Health Services
June 13, 2017
Dr. Marie Huff, has been named dean of the Beaver College of Health Sciences at Appalachian State University. She was most recently dean of the College of Health and Human Services at Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green, Ohio.
Two Appalachian faculty members named Fulbright Scholars
June 13, 2017
Dr. Anatoli Ignatov, assistant professor in the Sustainable Development Department and Dr. Susan Lappan, assistant professor in the Department of Anthropology, both at Appalachian State University, were honored with prestigious Fulbright Scholar Awards this spring.
Workers celebrated in ‘topping ceremony’ for Beaver College of Health Sciences building
June 13, 2017
More than 100 craftworkers looked upward, many with visible pride, as the final steel beam was lifted by crane to the top of Appalachian’s Beaver College of Health Sciences (BCHS) facility June 8. The building is slated to open in August of 2018.
Appalachian students bring home honors in international lighting design competition
June 12, 2017
Technology graduate student Hazel Chang’s design, “Sonata Music Classical Skybox,” was recognized as the winning entry at LIGHTFAIR® International, the world’s largest annual architectural and commercial lighting trade show and conference. Two other Appalachian students were awarded honorable mentions at the competition as well.
Appalachian’s Risk Management and Insurance Program named Global Center of Insurance Excellence
June 9, 2017
The designation is awarded to universities with outstanding risk management and insurance programs, and in selecting designees, the International Insurance Society considers such factors as accreditation, curriculum, involvement with industry and faculty qualifications.
Tickets on sale, events announced for An Appalachian Summer Festival, June 27 – Aug. 5 in the High Country
June 7, 2017
Now in it 33rd season, the 2017 An Appalachian Summer Festival will feature a variety of attractions in several arts genres, from classical music performed by the Broyhill Chamber Ensemble to dance performed by MOMIX and Charlotte Ballet.