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Vahlbusch named dean of The Honors College
May 2, 2017
After an extensive national search, Dr. Jefford Vahlbusch has accepted the position of dean of The Honors College at Appalachian State University effective July 17.
Two additional cases of mumps confirmed in Watauga County, health officials emphasize importance of vaccinations
April 28, 2017
Two cases of mumps were confirmed in Watauga County on April 27 and 28, making a total of three confirmed cases in the county for the year. The two additional cases are in an Appalachian State University student and a Watauga Campus Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute (CCC&TI) student. All confirmed cases are residents of Watauga County.
Edwards named vice chancellor for university advancement at Appalachian
April 28, 2017
After an extensive national search, Dr. Randy Edwards has been named Appalachian’s vice chancellor for university advancement. Edwards will oversee development operations, the Appalachian State University Foundation Inc. and Alumni Affairs.
Wind Ensemble Concerto competition winner Brittney Self will perform on trumpet April 30
April 28, 2017
Brittney Self, who is pursuing a master’s degree in trumpet performance at Appalachian State University, is about to end her studies in memorable fashion.
Appalachian’s Hayes School of Music to present concerts April 30 – May 3
April 27, 2017
The Hayes School of Music at Appalachian State University will present six concerts between April 30 and May 3.
World-renowned anthropologist to speak April 27 at Appalachian
April 26, 2017
The College of Arts and Sciences at Appalachian will host Columbia University professor and anthropologist Dr. Michael T. Taussig for a public lecture titled “Corpse Magic for Vengeance and its Curious Demise.”
Registration open for the High Country Triple Crown running series
April 26, 2017
Registration is open for the 13th High Country Triple Crown, a challenging and fun trio of races covering beautiful mountain terrain in Watauga County.
Appalachian Gospel Choir to perform April 26
April 25, 2017
Under Dr. DaVaughn Miller’s direction, the Appalachian Gospel Choir will present “Nothing to Fear.”
Campus emergency siren test to be conducted May 3
April 24, 2017
Appalachian State University will test its campus siren warning system at 11:55 a.m. on Wednesday, May 3.
Appalachian Safety Summit to be held May 30-31
April 24, 2017
The Appalachian Safety Summit educates and informs safety employees, teams and managers about the latest research in behavioral safety approaches in changing safety culture.
Six high school seniors receive Wilson Scholarship, Appalachian’s most prestigious, merit-based award
April 24, 2017
The Wilson Scholars Program is the university’s most prestigious, merit-based scholarship program, which covers full institutional costs as well as an additional $10,000 experiential learning stipend.
Dr. Woodrow Trathen named chair of RCOE’s Department of Reading Education and Special Education
April 21, 2017
Trathen is a professor in the department and has taught at Appalachian since 1993.
Appalachian’s Morgan Batley wins ‘Best of the Best’ for her tailgate party pack
April 21, 2017
A tailgate party pack designed by Morgan Batley, a senior graphic arts and imaging technology major from Mooresville, has been named “Best of the Best” by the International Corrugated Packaging Foundation (ICPF).
Appalachian’s Hayes School of Music to present concerts April 26 and 27
April 21, 2017
The Hayes School of Music at Appalachian State University will present concerts April 26, 27 and 30.
Apparel design and merchandising program presents ‘Showcase 2017’ April 23
April 21, 2017
“Showcase,” an annual runway-style fashion show featuring apparel collections designed by Appalachian’s students and faculty, is open to the public.
Appalachian students partner with biomaterials company, build sustainable products
April 21, 2017
Furniture designer Alyssa Coletti is determined to expand student exposure to and experience with sustainable design. An adjunct instructor in Appalachian’s Department of Applied Design, she teaches just one or two courses per semester with the goal of providing a unique, hands-on experience for her students.
Appalachian to present world premiere of play by Muthal Naidoo, noted South African author
April 21, 2017
By Muthal Naidoo. The play looks at the Mahabharata from a woman's point of view and the Epic becomes a metaphor for the patriarchal society in which women function mainly as adjuncts.
RIEEE and College of Arts and Sciences fund 4 additional Innovation Scholars projects
April 20, 2017
Appalachian State University leadership in the Research Institute for Environment, Energy and Economics and the College of Arts and Sciences announced funding of four additional faculty scholarships for Chancellor Sheri N. Everts’ Appalachian Innovation Scholars Program (AISP).