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One student and one alum from Appalachian named Fulbright Scholars
May 11, 2017
The Office of International Education and Development (OIED) has announced that student Ryan Hellenbrand and alumna Megan Holt-Smith have been chosen as recipients of Fulbright scholarship awards. The Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers fellowships for U.S. graduating college seniors, graduate students, young professionals and artists to study, conduct research and/or teach English abroad.
Appalachian faculty member awarded prestigious Rome Prize Fellowship
May 9, 2017
Tricia Treacy, assistant professor of graphic design in Appalachian State University’s Department of Art, will attend the American Academy in Rome as part of a six-month design fellowship beginning this fall. Just 30 artists and scholars nationwide receive the competitive Rome Prize Fellowship annually.
A national award, Appalachian and F.A.R.M. Cafe: a story of hunger, humanitarianism and heart
May 9, 2017
The 2017 James Beard Humanitarian of the Year Award and a Boone pay-what-you-can cafe tell a story about hunger and the Appalachian Community.
The Volunteer Quandary
May 9, 2017
Should in-need patrons at community cafes be asked to volunteer their time in return for a meal? An Appalachian expert weighs in.
Registration for upcoming Appalachian Energy Center workshops still open
May 9, 2017
The Appalachian Energy Center, based at Appalachian State University, is a source of up-to-date information related to renewable energy, building science and energy efficiency fields.
Appalachian’s doctoral program accepted into prestigious Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate
May 9, 2017
Appalachian’s doctoral program, the Ed.D. degree, prepares students for leadership roles in preK-20, including public schools, community colleges, universities and other community organizations.
Senior citizens find volunteer sites through Appalachian Senior Programs
May 9, 2017
Through the Appalachian Senior Companion Program and the Appalachian Foster Grandparent Program, area senior citizens assist some of the region’s youngest and oldest residents in five counties: Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Watauga and Wilkes.
Rev. Dr. Chris May, dedicated to service
May 8, 2017
Appalachian State University professor Rev. Dr. Chris May puts service first in teaching and daily practice. Hunger issues are a priority.
Appalachian to hold commencement ceremonies May 12-13
May 8, 2017
Approximately 3,400 students will receive degrees during Appalachian State University’s commencement May 12-13.
Concept for turning corn chip oil into biodiesel fuel earns Appalachian students second place in international Food Solutions Challenge
May 8, 2017
What has 18 wheels and runs on corn chips? Thanks to a food solution from two Appalachian State University students, a chip producer’s transportation fleet well could.
Denise Goetz wins Appalachian’s Durham Freshman Advocate Award for 2017
May 8, 2017
Denise Goetz, an academic advisor in the University College Academic Advising and Orientation Center (AAOC) at Appalachian State University, has received the university’s Harvey R. Durham Freshman Advocate Award for 2017.
Appalachian Innovation Scholars Program
Five proposals selected as ‘stunning examples of original thinking and collaboration,’ receive $10,000 each
May 8, 2017
See what inspires some of Appalachian’s most innovative scholars.
Dr. Tom Whyte, uncovering human history
May 8, 2017
Dr. Tom Whyte loves archaeology for its “thrill of solving puzzles about the human past from the clues those humans have left behind.”
Appalachian’s Juliana J. Blanton receives $8,000 award from the NBCC Foundation; will receive training in the counseling of underserved minority populations
May 5, 2017
Juliana J. Blanton of Boone, who is pursuing a Master of Arts degree in the clinical mental health counseling program at Appalachian State University, has received a fellowship that includes $8,000 to defray the costs of her education as well as training in the counseling of underserved minority populations, specifically those ages 16 to 25.
Appalachian’s Looking Glass Gallery presents ‘Removed’ through May 12
May 5, 2017
The Looking Glass Gallery in Plemmons Student Union at Appalachian State University presents “Removed,” a solo exhibition of work by senior studio art major Serra Shuford.
Ann Pegelow Kaplan, interdisciplinary scholar and artist
May 4, 2017
Ann Pegelow Kaplan has crafted her own interdisciplinary background, blending data with creative expression. She uses written and visual tools to inspire students’ curiosity and creative thinking.
Appalachian to conduct full-scale emergency exercise May 16
May 3, 2017
Appalachian State University will conduct a full-scale emergency exercise in and around the Plemmons Student Union from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, May 16. The exercise will simulate an active shooter on campus, and is designed to test response and communication during an emergency.
The Broyhill Commons at Appalachian provides a great space to network, find inspiration
May 2, 2017
The Broyhill Commons of Appalachian State University means business-friendly interaction and inspiration for the many students who frequent it.