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App State coronavirus information
March 8, 2020
Find Appalachian State University’s latest updates, resources, prevention tips, travel information and more regarding Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
App State’s online faculty experts weigh in on advantages, challenges of a virtual classroom
June 2, 2020
Online faculty experts in Appalachian’s Reich College of Education weigh in on the advantages and challenges of online teaching and learning. Read on to learn their advice about what does — and what doesn’t — work when engaging students in virtual learning spaces.
App State business students and faculty reconfigure Bengaluru, India, study abroad
June 2, 2020
A two-week online collaboration marks the first virtual, faculty-led study abroad for students from Appalachian and Kristu Jayanti College (KJC) in Bengaluru, India.
App State’s Dr. Paul Wallace is pushing the boundaries of online teaching and learning
June 2, 2020
Appalachian State University professor Dr. Paul Wallace shares his research on social robotics, telepresence and immersive environments — research that may have broader applications due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Rebecca Murray wins App State Staff Shout Out program’s April drawing
May 29, 2020
Murray, who serves as an academic adviser in Appalachian’s James Center for Student Success and Advising, is one of more than 2,029 staff members who have been recognized to date for their Shout Out-worthy service to the university.
App State Staff Shout Out program recognizes Erika Hudspeth as March drawing winner
May 29, 2020
Hudspeth, a web designer and content strategy specialist in Appalachian’s University Communications, is one of more than 2,000 Appalachian staff members who have been recognized to date for their Shout Out-worthy service to the university.
Welcome home — first App Builds a Home project is dedicated
May 29, 2020
A virtual dedication ceremony is scheduled for the inaugural App Builds a Home project, built in partnership with Watauga County Habitat for Humanity, and fundraising begins for the next home.
App State’s Fulbright scholars foster international connections despite global pandemic
May 29, 2020
Many of Appalachian’s 2019–20 Fulbright scholars were overseas when COVID-19 took hold. Though these faculty members have since returned to the U.S., they have opted to continue their work remotely — demonstrating the importance of fostering international connections, especially during a global pandemic.
Moss Brennan breaks the news
Q&A with The Appalachian student newspaper's former editor-in-chief
May 28, 2020
In this Q&A session, the former editor-in-chief of Appalachian State University’s student-run newspaper, The Appalachian, shares some of his experiences at the paper and during internships at The Washington Times.
App State announces 2019–20 Student Teacher of the Year and finalists
May 26, 2020
Class of 2020 graduate Brandon Moore has been named Appalachian’s Student Teacher of the Year for the 2019–20 academic year. The award recognizes student teachers’ professionalism and effectiveness in the classroom. Six other Appalachian alumni were named as award finalists.
Busch Drives App State-Branded Car To NASCAR Win
May 25, 2020
The specially branded NASCAR Xfinity Series car driven by Kyle Busch produced a familiar finishing position for App State: first place. The Black and Gold No. 54 car featuring App State logos as well as a congratulatory message for App State's graduating seniors in the Class of 2020 made a dramatic last-lap pass and crossed the finish line first Monday night at Charlotte Motor Speedway, giving Busch a win in the Alsco 300.
A passion for the environment: App State energy manager Jonathan Pierson
May 22, 2020
Meet Appalachian energy manager Jonathan Pierson ’06 ’08 — an alumnus who circled back to campus after a decade of implementing energy efficiency projects in Alaska.
App State Car to Race in Monday’s Alsco 300 at Charlotte Motor Speedway
May 22, 2020
Fans of NASCAR and the App State Mountaineers will have their worlds collide in an exciting way this Memorial Day when multi-time NASCAR champion Kyle Busch drives an App State-branded car in recognition of the school's Class of 2020. Busch will take the wheel of the No. 54 car for the NASCAR Xfinity Series' Alsco 300 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
An App State staff member and naval veteran reflects on a lifetime of service
May 22, 2020
As a reflection of his military service, App State’s Chuck Ford, director of App Catering and a U.S. Navy veteran, was selected to lay a wreath at Appalachian’s Veterans Memorial to commemorate Memorial Day — a day honoring those who died in service to their country.
7 Tips for Safe Walking During Coronavirus [faculty quoted]
The Healthy
May 21, 2020
Dr. David Nieman, a professor of exercise science and director of Appalachian State University's Human Performance Lab, says during moderate exercise such as walking — and for two or three hours after — important immune cells come out at higher rates than normal, making contact with pathogens to get rid of them. Inactive people miss out on this advantage, he adds.
Campus emergency siren test to be conducted June 3
May 20, 2020
During the test, Appalachian uses the hi/low tone for emergencies, discontinuous air horn for tests of the system and the alert tone for all-clear signal.
Spring views at App State
May 20, 2020
Appalachian’s campus comes to life during spring, with fresh growth, budding trees and colorful flowers. Take in campus views through this photo gallery.
2020 winners announced for Chancellor’s Innovation Scholars Program at App State
May 19, 2020
The five winning teams will earn awards up to $10,000 each from the Office of the Chancellor and the Division of Academic Affairs.

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