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  • Apparel design and merchandising program presents ‘Showcase 2017’ April 23
    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
    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
    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
    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).

  • AppLab practices put to work earn Appalachian a Steelcase Active Learning Center Grant
    AppLab practices put to work earn Appalachian a Steelcase Active Learning Center Grant
    April 20, 2017

    Appalachian State University has earned a $65,000 Active Learning Center Grant to support AppLab from Steelcase Education. The organization’s grant program supports teacher and student efforts to create an environment that encourages engagement, collaboration and creativity.

  • Appalachian’s Sarah Carmichael joins John Glenn, Sally Ride, Jane Goodall and other well-known explorers in prestigious society
    Appalachian’s Sarah Carmichael joins John Glenn, Sally Ride, Jane Goodall and other well-known explorers in prestigious society
    April 19, 2017

    Sarah Carmichael, associate professor in Appalachian’s Department of Geology, was received as a Fellow in The Explorers Club, headquartered in New York City, on March 24.

  • Five ‘original and collaborative’ projects funded by Chancellor’s first Innovation Scholars program
    Five ‘original and collaborative’ projects funded by Chancellor’s first Innovation Scholars program
    April 19, 2017

    Each of the scholarship proposals awarded reflect one or more of the university’s strategic initiatives: sustainability in the areas of economics, equity and the environment; diversity; student research; global learning; wellness and safety; and community and civic engagement.

  • Appalachian to serve as Institute Partner for the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders; 25 African leaders will study, network on campus this summer
    Appalachian to serve as Institute Partner for the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders; 25 African leaders will study, network on campus this summer
    April 19, 2017

    For the second time in two years, Appalachian State University will serve as an Institute Partner for the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders.

  • What campus learned in 2017 from ‘Say What? Examining Freedom of Speech at App State’
    What campus learned in 2017 from ‘Say What? Examining Freedom of Speech at App State’

    Listen to podcasts recorded during the weeklong series of events held in March, 2017

    April 14, 2017

    The conversation continues regarding the First Amendment and freedom of expression on our campus. Listen to podcasts with the expert speakers.

  • Appalachian’s annual Guitarfest will be presented April 21-23
    Appalachian’s annual Guitarfest will be presented April 21-23
    April 13, 2017

    Classical guitarists and other musicians from across the U.S. and Europe will perform during the 22nd annual Appalachian Guitarfest April 21-23 at Appalachian State University.

  • Keith Knight, renowned cartoonist, to appear at Appalachian April 24
    Keith Knight, renowned cartoonist, to appear at Appalachian April 24
    April 13, 2017

    On April 24, nationally renowned cartoonist Keith Knight will visit Appalachian State University. While on campus, he will be the focus of two events that are free and open to the public.

  • Appalachian’s Hayes School of Music to present six concerts beginning April 19
    Appalachian’s Hayes School of Music to present six concerts beginning April 19
    April 13, 2017

    The Hayes School of Music at Appalachian State University will present six concerts April 19-25. The performances will take place on the university campus. Admission is free, and, unless otherwise noted, a live stream of the performances will be available

  • ‘One Amazing Thing’ selected for Appalachian’s 2017-18 Common Reading Program; author Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni to speak on campus Aug. 21
    ‘One Amazing Thing’ selected for Appalachian’s 2017-18 Common Reading Program; author Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni to speak on campus Aug. 21
    April 13, 2017

    All incoming first-year students at Appalachian State University will receive a copy of Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni’s novel “One Amazing Thing” during summer orientation as part of the university’s Common Reading Program for the 2017-18 academic year.

  • Medders named Freeman Distinguished Professor of Insurance
    Medders named Freeman Distinguished Professor of Insurance
    April 12, 2017

    Dr. Lorilee A. Medders has been named the Joseph F. Freeman Distinguished Professor of Insurance in the Walker College of Business at Appalachian State University.

  • Dance Marathon at Appalachian raises over $39,000 for children’s charities
    Dance Marathon at Appalachian raises over $39,000 for children’s charities
    April 12, 2017

    Dancing the night away certainly paid off for children’s charities as the annual Dance Marathon at Appalachian State University raised $39,088.90 for two local nonprofits: Parent to Parent Family Support Network and Western Youth Network. Close to 200 students participated in the annual 15-hour event that took place Feb. 25 at Legends.

  • Appalachian chosen to launch Worldwatch Institute’s 2017 EarthEd State of the World report, Thursday, April 20
    Appalachian chosen to launch Worldwatch Institute’s 2017 EarthEd State of the World report, Thursday, April 20
    April 12, 2017

    How do educators prepare the world’s population for the predicted collateral damage of climate change over the course of this century: emerging diseases, food shortages, drought and waterlogged cities?

  • Watauga County mumps diagnosis remains isolated, health officials continue to urge public vigilance
    Watauga County mumps diagnosis remains isolated, health officials continue to urge public vigilance
    April 10, 2017

    In follow up to Saturday’s communication, we wanted to provide you with an update on a case of mumps in an Appalachian State University student, which was confirmed on April 7. While at this time, we have not detected additional cases of mumps, we remain on heightened alert for anyone with signs and symptoms compatible with mumps.

  • Middle and high school students compete in regional math competition hosted by Appalachian
    Middle and high school students compete in regional math competition hosted by Appalachian
    April 10, 2017

    Awards for individuals and top schools were earned during regional qualifying for the NCCTM State Mathematics Contest held at Appalachian State University March 8.

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