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Turn the channel to AppTV — the Best College TV Station of 2020
April 3, 2020
Appalachian’s student-run media outlets — The Appalachian newspaper, The App (WASU-FM 90.5) radio station and AppTV — were recognized for excellence in communication at the 80th annual Intercollegiate Broadcast System International Media Conference held March 6–8, 2020, in New York City.
The news must go on: App State’s student-run media continue remotely
April 3, 2020
Appalachian State University’s student-run media transition to an all-online format to report breaking news and COVID-19 developments.
UNC System Office grant supports ‘STEM Pathway’ at App State
April 2, 2020
The “Supporting the STEM Pathway” project is designed to boost student success in calculus courses at Appalachian. Such courses span majors other than math, including biology, chemistry, geology, computer science, geography and physics.
Rachel Fried, bridge builder for App State’s Native American population
April 2, 2020
As adviser for App State’s Native American Student Association, Rachel Fried broadens awareness of Native American students and what they need in college.
Coping with COVID-19: Mental health during a pandemic [faculty quoted]
Watauga Democrat
April 1, 2020
Dr. Denise Martz and Dr. Will Canu, both licensed psychologists on the faculty at Appalachian State University, offer tips for how families can handle and communicate about the coronavirus and its impacts, especially with their children.
Health inspections have stopped in Catawba County. What does that mean for you? [faculty featured]
Hickory Daily Record
March 31, 2020
Dr. Adam Hege of Appalachian State University’s public health program in the Beaver College of Health Sciences discusses the nationwide trend of health inspectors no longer having time to inspect restaurants offering take-out/delivery because of the time they’re spending on COVID-19 issues — and, what this means for consumers.
Wellness and Prevention Services is open, offers mindfulness classes and other services online
March 31, 2020
App State’s Wellness and Prevention Services provides its services online instead of in person so that students can access them safely amid COVID-19.
App State, UNC system extend online course delivery through summer
Watauga Democrat
March 31, 2020
Appalachian State University and other UNC system institutions will continue online and alternative course delivery through summer 2020, UNC system President Bill Roper announced March 30.
Running in close quarters can increase risk of spreading COVID-19, experts warn [faculty quoted]
CBC
March 31, 2020
Appalachian’s Dr. David Nieman, whose more than 30 years of research show that daily physical activity increases the circulation of immune cells throughout the body which can better detect and destroy invading viruses, recommends physical activity for keeping your immune system in good shape during the pandemic. Just don’t exercise in groups.
Bring App State’s sustainable values home with these tips and activities
March 30, 2020
Appalachian State University’s Office of Sustainability offers ideas for how to incorporate sustainable practices at home, including composting, gardening and choosing green products.
App State’s Turchin Center for the Visual Arts creates Little Free Art Pantry
March 30, 2020
The Turchin Center’s Little Free Art Pantry provides free bundles of art supplies for the community. Each bundle is themed and includes instructions. Themes include “Paint Night,” “Watercolor,” “Visual Journaling” and “Collage.”
App State launches fund to assist students with emergency needs
March 27, 2020
Appalachian State University has launched a new fund to help students with non-recurring emergency needs, including child care, food, prescriptions, housing, books and more.
SoundAffect: Nikki Giovanni on holding on and letting go
March 27, 2020
A Civil Rights activist and world-renowned poet, Nikki Giovanni's journey led her from Knoxville, TN to the forefront of the late 1960s Black Arts Movement. On the path she fell in love with hospitals and space, befriended gangsters and nuns, and determined that writing is not about keeping score - but it is about making a point.
Walk, run or fly wherever you are: The AppKIDS annual 5K takes a virtual format
March 27, 2020
Superheroes may be running down a street near you as the AppKIDS annual 5K race takes a virtual format this year amid the COVID-19 conditions.
Supporting Your Immune System Is Simple [faculty quoted]
Outside
March 27, 2020
Dr. David Nieman is among experts quoted in this article on how to keep the “nuts and bolts of our immune machinery” working normally – including exercise, healthy eating and adequate sleep. Nieman is director of Appalachian’s Human Performance Laboratory.
Randolph County sheriff says he is increasing patrols as precaution against 'potential unrest' [faculty quoted]
Winston-Salem Journal
March 25, 2020
Drs. Cathy Marcum and Phillip Ardoin in Appalachian’s Department of Government and Justice Studies are interviewed in response to Randolph County Sheriff's decision to increase patrols during stay-at-home orders related to COVID-19. Marcum calls the move proactive, while Ardoin says most citizens and government leaders recognize the health crisis and the steps needed to reduce spread of the coronavirus.
Dr. Susan Colby one of 38 selected nationally for 2020–21 ACE Fellowship
March 25, 2020
Colby will observe and work with Chancellor Sheri Everts and other senior Appalachian leadership as part of the fellowship, which prepares fellows for senior positions in college and university leadership.
App State’s Dr. David Koppenhaver co-authors book on ‘Literacy for All’
March 25, 2020
The book “Comprehensive Literacy for All,” co-authored by Appalachian professor of reading Dr. David Koppenhaver, serves as a “practical guide to providing comprehensive, high-quality literacy instruction to students with significant disabilities.”