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  • Over 3,600 App State graduates earn degrees at Spring 2023 Commencement
    Over 3,600 App State graduates earn degrees at Spring 2023 Commencement
    May 16, 2023

    Appalachian State University conferred degrees to over 3,600 students during its 2023 Spring Commencement ceremonies, held May 12 and 13 at the Holmes Convocation Center.

  • Are heart rate and blood pressure the same? No, and it’s important to understand why. [faculty featured]
    Are heart rate and blood pressure the same? No, and it’s important to understand why. [faculty featured]
    American Heart Association
    May 16, 2023

    Dr. Scott Collier, professor in App State’s Department of Public Health and Exercise Science, helps explain the difference between heart rate and blood pressure. Collier emphasizes the importance of understanding the numbers involved with heart rate and blood pressure in order to maintain good cardiovascular health.

  • At App State lab schools, empowered teachers foster supportive classrooms for K–5 students
    At App State lab schools, empowered teachers foster supportive classrooms for K–5 students

    Enrollment open now through August

    May 15, 2023

    App State operates two lab schools — one in Walkertown and one in Elkin — where K–5 students can gain an education in a nontraditional classroom setting. Learn more about lab schools and their innovative approaches to teaching.

  • Dr. Ashley Walker Colquitt named associate vice provost and dean of App State’s Williams School of Graduate Studies
    Dr. Ashley Walker Colquitt named associate vice provost and dean of App State’s Williams School of Graduate Studies
    May 15, 2023

    After a national search, Dr. Ashley Walker Colquitt has been named associate vice provost and dean of Appalachian State University’s Williams School of Graduate Studies, effective July 1, 2023.

  • At App State, sustainable purchasing is a collective effort — and a key climate strategy
    At App State, sustainable purchasing is a collective effort — and a key climate strategy
    May 12, 2023

    App State continues to implement its sustainable purchasing initiative as part of the university’s Climate Action Plan, which guides App State’s progress toward climate neutrality. Sustainable purchasing is the practice of buying goods that mitigate negative effects on human health and the environment.

  • Dave by the Bell: What’s next, graduate?
    Dave by the Bell: What’s next, graduate?
    May 11, 2023

    In this podcast episode, University Communications’ Dave Blanks roams App State’s Boone campus in search of soon-to-be graduates. Listen along as he asks them about their plans for the future and what App State degree they’re taking with them.

  • App State Walker College of Business, MBA named ‘bests’ for 2022–23, 2023–24
    App State Walker College of Business, MBA named ‘bests’ for 2022–23, 2023–24

    The Princeton Review, U.S. News, CEO Magazine and Fortune magazine affirm App State’s position as a business education leader

    May 8, 2023

    The Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report, CEO Magazine and Fortune magazine have named App State’s Walker College of Business and its Master of Business Administration program among the best in the nation, Southeast and world for 2022–23 and 2023–24.

  • App State digital textbook rentals boast 99% participation rate, save students $5M in 2022–23
    App State digital textbook rentals boast 99% participation rate, save students $5M in 2022–23

    University wins national award for its e-book programming

    May 5, 2023

    Since its launch in 2021, App State’s award-winning digital textbook rental system — one of the first of its kind in the nation — has been utilized by 99% of the student population. The program has saved students over $5 million in the past academic year.

  • App State’s iBackAPP raises nearly $1.75 million, setting new record in 10th year
    App State’s iBackAPP raises nearly $1.75 million, setting new record in 10th year

    Funds to support more than 200 university programs

    May 4, 2023

    App State’s 10th annual iBackAPP giving celebration raised a record amount of funds — nearly $1.75 million — to support more than 200 university programs. Donors from across the country gave gifts, with 42 states and 16 alumni chapters represented during the event.

  • Where to Find the Energy to Save the World [alumni featured]
    Where to Find the Energy to Save the World [alumni featured]
    Wired Magazine
    May 4, 2023

    This feature in Wired Magazine follows the journey of App State alumna Jamie Beard in her mission to make geothermal a leading renewable energy source. The article takes a personal look into Beard’s life as an environmental advocate and how she balances her passion for work as the mother of a son with a rare metabolic disorder known as Hunter syndrome. Beard graduated from App State in 2002 with a degree in industrial technology and a focus on alternative energy.

  • App State students unveil new solar array near State Farm Road
    App State students unveil new solar array near State Farm Road
    May 3, 2023

    App State’s student-led Renewable Energy Initiative hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony April 14 for the university’s new State Farm solar array, which has the capacity to collect data and provide performance updates. The 100-kilowatt array is visible from the Boone Greenway Trail.

  • App State alumnus Jamie Harris, CFO of RXO, gives 64th Boyles Lecture at Schaefer Center
    App State alumnus Jamie Harris, CFO of RXO, gives 64th Boyles Lecture at Schaefer Center
    May 1, 2023

    Jamie Harris ’84, chief financial officer of RXO, delivered the 64th Harlan E. Boyles Distinguished Lecture at App State’s Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts on April 20. His lecture was titled “Lessons in Leadership: Baseball to Business.”

  • App State honors 14 students, faculty and staff at inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony
    App State honors 14 students, faculty and staff at inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony
    April 28, 2023

    App State held its inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony April 27 on the Boone campus, honoring 14 students, faculty and staff for their commitment to excellence in serving the university and its community members.

  • App State’s Dr. Maryam Ahmed wins 2023 UNC Board of Governors Excellence in Teaching Award
    App State’s Dr. Maryam Ahmed wins 2023 UNC Board of Governors Excellence in Teaching Award

    6 additional App State faculty to receive campus-based awards

    April 27, 2023

    App State biology professor and virologist Dr. Maryam Ahmed is the university's recipient of the 2023 University of North Carolina Board of Governors Excellence in Teaching Award. She will receive a $12,500 cash prize as part of the award.

  • Campus emergency siren test to be conducted May 3
    Campus emergency siren test to be conducted May 3
    April 26, 2023

    During the test, App State uses the hi/low tone for emergencies, the discontinuous air horn for tests of the system and the alert tone for the all-clear signal.

  • Beaver Scholars program propels App State grad’s health care career close to home
    Beaver Scholars program propels App State grad’s health care career close to home
    April 21, 2023

    App State’s Beaver Scholars program helped pave the way for alumna Alexis “Lexie” Farr to give back to her hometown community through her job at UNC Health Blue Ridge in Morganton. The scholarship program supports North Carolina students with a commitment to health care careers.

  • Appalachian Outdoorosity: Inclusive Health
    Appalachian Outdoorosity: Inclusive Health
    April 18, 2023

    On this episode of Appalachian Outdoorosity, Dr. Joy James, professor in App State’s Department of Recreation Management and Physical Education, interviews Lauren Moody, who shares the outdoor activities she enjoyed while a student at App State — including her love of backpacking — and how to make the great outdoors an inclusive space for all. Moody has since graduated from App State, earning her bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies.

    Find more App State podcasts and subscribe at podcasts.appstate.edu.

  • App State’s Turchin Center names galleries to honor three champions of the arts
    App State’s Turchin Center names galleries to honor three champions of the arts

    Namings recognize leadership and philanthropy of Mary Bickers, Christine Petti and Edith S. Peiser

    April 13, 2023

    Appalachian State University’s Turchin Center for the Visual Arts has new names for two of its galleries, honoring longtime arts leaders and philanthropists Mary Bertini Bickers, Christine Petti and Edith Peiser.

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