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Perfect lawns aren’t perfect for the environment, research shows
Jan. 22, 2015
The continued quest for the perfect lawn contributes to global warming. Dr. Chuanhui Gu, an assistant professor in Appalachian State University’s Department of Geology, is the lead author of a paper published in the January issue of Journal of Environmental Management that indicates lawns and turf grass systems produce more greenhouse gases than they absorb.
Potpourri of musical styles performed Feb. 3
Jan. 22, 2015
No matter their music preference, the audience will find a range of offerings during “A Musical Potpourri” presented by the Hayes School of Music faculty at Appalachian State University.
Appalachian Chorale accepting new members
Jan. 20, 2015
The chorale is an 80- to 90-voice choir comprised of community members and students. It is open to all who would like to sing choral masterworks and feel that they can hold their own on a part.
Faculty recital Jan. 30 features works for violin and piano
Jan. 20, 2015
Performing in the Hayes School of Music faculty recital will be Nancy Bargerstock, professor of violin, and Rodney Reynerson, professor of piano.
Endowed Scholarship Recital held Jan 29 at Appalachian
Jan. 20, 2015
The recital showcases the talent of scholarship recipients for the Theodore Presser, Hayes Young Artist, White Wind and Elmer White Jazz Trumpet scholarships and the Will Hester Memorial Scholarship, which are the Hayes School of Music’s most prestigious scholarships.
Appalachian to offer Master of Science in Nursing beginning in August
Jan. 16, 2015
The UNC Board of Governors has approved a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program for Appalachian State University, which is pending approval by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), Appalachian’s accrediting body.
Dave by the Bell: How's that resolution going?
Jan. 16, 2015
On this edition we’re asking students, “How ya doing on that New Year’s Resolution?”
Momentum Dance Showcase to be presented Jan. 23 and 24
Jan. 15, 2015
Momentum is a campus-wide student dance organization. The annual dance showcase will feature seven original works choreographed and performed by Appalachian students.
Information about a nationwide email scam targeting university employees and students
Jan. 15, 2015
The FBI has issued an alert regarding scams that are targeting university employees and students nationwide.
Boatright presents cello recital Jan. 22
Jan. 14, 2015
Alex Boatright, a 2012 graduate of Appalachian State University’s Hayes School of Music, will present a cello recital Jan. 22 on campus.
DeHart named chair of Appalachian’s Department of Communication
Jan. 13, 2015
Following a national search, Dr. Jean DeHart has been named chair of the Department of Communication at Appalachian State University. DeHart served as interim chair following Dr. Janice Pope, who returned to the faculty.
Call for papers for 10th Annual Conference in World History and Economics
Jan. 13, 2015
This year’s conference theme is “History and Nature of Capitalism.” Paper or panel discussion proposals do not have to be tied directly to the conference theme, but papers fitting with the theme will be given special consideration.
Video stream of program on advancing civil rights for the LGBT community shown Jan. 19
Jan. 13, 2015
The Appalachian State University and Boone communities are invited to a live streaming of a panel discussion on advancing civil rights for the LGBT community.
Julian Bond to speak at Appalachian’s MLK commemoration Jan. 23
Jan. 12, 2015
Civil rights activist and professor Julian Bond will speak for the 31st Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration at Appalachian State University.
Hill appointed to North Carolina Psychology Board
Jan. 12, 2015
Dr. Robert Hill, an associate professor in the Department of Psychology at Appalachian State University, has been reappointed by Gov. Pat McCrory to a three-year term on the North Carolina Psychology Board.
Sustainability Film Series begins Jan. 20
Panelists include N.Y. Times bestselling author Colin Campbell
Jan. 12, 2015
The series includes “Fed Up,” “Thin Ice,” “Surviving Progress” and “Mission Blue.” The films were selected to help viewers better understand the challenges facing humankind and the planet and to broaden observations regarding environmental and economic sustainability and social justice.
Campus emergency alert system will be tested Feb. 4
Jan. 12, 2015
Appalachian State University will conduct a full test of its emergency notification system – including siren, email, voice and text messaging and the Alertus desktop notification system.
Carnegie Foundation renews Appalachian’s community engagement classification
Jan. 12, 2015
Community engagement is defined as the collaboration between institutions of higher education and their larger communities (local, regional/state, national, global) for the mutually beneficial exchange of knowledge and resources in a context of partnership and reciprocity.