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Actuarial science program ranked in two nationwide best-values lists
July 25, 2016
Appalachian State University’s actuarial science program was recently identified by Online Accounting Degrees as one of the “Top 40 Values in Bachelor of Actuarial Science Degree Programs for 2016.” In addition, the program was listed in the “30 Best Value Actuarial Science Programs 2016” ranking by College Values Online.
Peggy Eller recalls 28 years of training Mountaineer toddlers
In honor of her retirement, a new endowment for the Child Development Center is created
July 19, 2016
When Peggy Eller graduated from Appalachian State University in 1977 with a degree in health physical education and recreation with a minor in business, she never dreamed of a career in child care.
Dave by the Bell: Pokémon Go
July 19, 2016
Nintendo's Pokémon Go takes Appalachian State
Summer Symposium on Remembering the Holocaust held July 23-28 at Appalachian
July 18, 2016
The 15th Annual Martin and Doris Rosen Summer Symposium on Remembering the Holocaust will be held July 23-28 in Appalachian State University’s Plemmons Student Union. This year’s symposium puts a particular emphasis on the roles and struggles of women in the Holocaust and explores the significance of gender in this genocide.
At $16.2 million, Office of Research surpasses 2019 strategic plan goal for external funding
July 18, 2016
At the close of the 2016 fiscal year, Appalachian State University’s Office of Research (OR) reported receiving more than $15 million in external funding – grants from government, non-profit agencies, business and industry — which surpassed a goal set in the university’s 2014 – 2019 Strategic Plan to increase grant funding to $15 million by the year 2019.
Raichle named interim chair of the Department of Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment
July 15, 2016
Dr. Brian Raichle, who had been assistant chair and professor in the department, replaces Chad Everhart.
Appalachian alumna named N.C. French Teacher of the Year
July 14, 2016
Laura Parker, a 2011 graduate of Appalachian State University’s Master of Arts program in romance languages, was recently named the North Carolina French Teacher of the Year by the North Carolina Chapter of the American Association of Teachers of French (NC-AATF). Parker teaches French at Burns High School in Lawndale.
Public history student revitalizes local Appalachia history
July 13, 2016
The outdoor theatre Horn in the West and the Hickory Ridge Living History Museum are undergoing revitalizations beginning this year thanks in part to Carson Sailor, a public history graduate student at Appalachian State University.
Appalachian State University hosts 25 Mandela Washington Fellows through July 31
July 12, 2016
Between June 17 and July 31, Appalachian State University is hosting 25 young leaders from 19 African countries for a series of workshops and networking sessions as part of the 2016 Mandela Washington Fellowship Institute.
Appalachian State University’s Board of Trustees to meet July 14
July 12, 2016
Appalachian State University’s Board of Trustees will convene for a meeting via conference call on Thursday, July 14, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. in the board room of the Office of the Chancellor, located on the 4th floor of the B.B. Dougherty Administration Building on the campus of Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina.
Appalachian alumnus follows vigorous path to Johns Hopkins Hospital clinical cardiac electrophysiology fellowship
July 12, 2016
The rigors of balancing academics and athletics as an undergraduate gave Dr. Zachary Hollis ’02 the foundation to make well-informed career decisions, he said. The mental toughness he developed served him well during the past 14 years as he forged an advanced medical career to become a clinical cardiac electrophysiology fellow at The Johns Hopkins Hospital.
AppTV expands presence in North Carolina and Tennessee
July 12, 2016
In partnership with SkyBest Communications, Inc., Appalachian State University’s television station, AppTV, will expand its programming to Ashe, Alleghany and Johnson counties in Tennessee as well as increase coverage in Avery and Watauga counties.
Walker College of Business faculty awarded professorships
July 12, 2016
Walker College of Business faculty Pete Groothuis, William M. Baker, Chris McNeil, Pia Albinsson, Dana Clark, Dave McEvoy and Joseph Cazier have been awarded professorships at Appalachian State University.
10th annual Kellar Radio Talent Institute prepares participants for the airwaves
July 6, 2016
During the institute, participants are exposed to various aspects of radio – including production, sales and marketing, on-air programming, copywriting and musical selection from industry professionals and experts.
Campus emergency siren test conducted July 6
July 6, 2016
Appalachian State University will test its campus siren warning system Wednesday, July 6, at 11:55 a.m.
Third student awarded Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship for study abroad
July 5, 2016
Three Appalachian State University students are among the recipients of the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and administered by the Institute of International Education (IIE).
Mob Museum: Breaking Bad Installation
July 4, 2016
In recognition of Breaking Bad, a modern-day saga of organized crime, The Mob Museum will ... debut a permanent display of a yellow hazmat suit worn by series star Bryan Cranston — in scenes where Walter White was cooking meth — plus a pair of gas masks and a rubber apron used in the show.
Making History at the Mob Museum
Appalachian State University history majors find dream jobs in Vegas discover a fellow Mountaineer, just a cubicle away
July 4, 2016
Are there jobs for a history major? You bet! The opportunities are rife. Learn how two Appalachian graduates from the Department of History found dream jobs and a fellow Mountaineer at the Las Vegas Mob Museum.

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