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New River Light and Power customers to benefit from new, ‘technologically advanced’ infrastructure
Oct. 9, 2018
The Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) is an integrated system of smart meters, communications networks and data management systems enabling two-way communication between NRLP and its customers.
Giving Rural Students ‘the Short Box’
Inside Higher Ed
Oct. 8, 2018
Colleges often go about recruiting rural students in the wrong way, admissions experts say. But they can commit to better practices if they recognize "rurality is different everywhere." Colleges need to be engaged in communities in ways that are responsive to their needs, said Rachel Fried, program coordinator at GEAR UP, a federally funded college access program at Appalachian State University.
Appalachian Named Among Nation’s Top Colleges and Universities by Four Recognized National Publications
High Country Press
Oct. 8, 2018
The value of an Appalachian State University education, along with Appalachian’s academics, innovation and benefits for student veterans, has consistently been recognized by such notable publications as U.S. News and World Report, The Princeton Review and MONEY and Forbes magazines — this year is no exception.
UN report on global warming carries life-or-death warning
Associated Press
Oct. 8, 2018
Preventing an extra single degree of heat could make a life-or-death difference in the next few decades for multitudes of people and ecosystems on this fast-warming planet, an international panel of scientists reported Sunday. But they provide little hope the world will rise to the challenge.
Appalachian Community celebrates NPHC Plots and Garden with ribbon-cutting and unveiling ceremony
Oct. 5, 2018
Recently opened on the Appalachian campus, the National Pan-Hellenic Council Plots and Garden give alumni and current members of African-American Greek organizations that compose “The Divine Nine” a location for reflection and celebration.
Appalachian named among nation’s top colleges and universities by 4 recognized national publications
Oct. 5, 2018
Appalachian was recognized as one of the nation’s top-performing schools for its academics, value, innovation and veteran services, among other aspects.
Fall leaves off to a slow start due to warm weather
GoUpstate
Oct. 5, 2018
Appalachian State University biology professor Howard Nuefeld, known as the “Fall Color Guy,” reported optimism last week for the upcoming leaf season. Without a drought or recent bad storm, the color should be strong, but if temperatures stay warm, it may delay the leaves turning.
Coal ash flooding didn’t harm Cape Fear River, NC regulators say
The Herald-Sun
Oct. 4, 2018
Flooding from Hurricane Florence that submerged a Duke Energy coal ash storage area in Wilmington did not contaminate the Cape Fear River, according to the NC Department of Environmental Quality. Environmentalists disagree.
Minute to minute: Holocaust survivor shares experiences with App State crowd
Mountain Times
Oct. 4, 2018
Minute to minute, hour to hour, day to day. Holocaust survivor Susan Cernyak-Spatz’ sole survival method was to focus on living to the next minute, which she credits as being the mentality that kept her alive.
‘Fall Color Guy’: Unprecedented warm weather is delaying fall leaf color
Oct. 3, 2018
Dr. Howard Neufeld, Appalachian State University’s “Fall Color Guy,” says warm weather is delaying this fall’s patchwork of colors.
Appalachian’s 2018 Homecoming
Oct. 2, 2018
See images from Homecoming 2018's “Cirque du Appalachian,” including the parade, APPtoberfest, unveiling of the NPHC Plots and Garden and more.
‘After Coal’ documentary produced by Appalachian’s Thomas Hansell adapted as book
Sept. 28, 2018
How do coal-mining communities and their cultures survive once the coal industry moves on? Hansell’s book “After Coal: Stories of Survival in Appalachia and Wales,” forthcoming from WVU Press, explores this issue.
15 Appalachian student veterans aid in Hurricane Florence recovery efforts
Sept. 28, 2018
Deployed to areas ravaged by Hurricane Florence, such as New Bern and Wilmington, Appalachian student veterans assist in emergency management services and relief efforts.
Dave by the Bell: Homecoming Hijinks 2018
Sept. 28, 2018
Do they know it's Homecoming at all?
Appalachian colleges celebrating 50 years to host ‘500 for the 50th’ goods drive
Sept. 28, 2018
In honor of their 50th anniversaries, Appalachian’s College of Arts and Sciences, College of Fine and Applied Arts and Reich College of Education will collect donated goods for the university’s food pantry and free store.
Cara Hagan visits Gonzaga to teach in-screen dance
The Gonzaga Bulletin
Sept. 26, 2018
Cara Hagan, assistant professor of dance studies at Appalachian, visited Gonzaga University in Spokane, Wash. for a week to work with the dance program. Hagan has had guest residencies teaching dance everywhere from Thirak, India to James Madison University.
Appalachian’s Holly Thornton authors ‘The It Factor: What Makes a Teacher Great’
Sept. 26, 2018
Thornton’s book explores the ‘It Factor’ behind the makings of great teachers and “blends voices of teachers and students as well as their stories and experiences in a dynamic way.”
Dr. Nickolas Jordan receives Academic Freedom and Faculty Governance Award from Appalachian’s AAUP chapter
Sept. 26, 2018
The chapter praised Jordan, associate dean of student affairs and program services in Appalachian’s Reich College of Education, for his work as an advocate for Appalachian’s students, faculty and administrators.