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App State College of Arts and Sciences welcomes new associate dean for 2020–21
Feb. 28, 2020
Effective May 1, Dr. Michael “Mike” Madritch, professor in Appalachian’s Department of Biology, will assume the role of associate dean in the university’s College of Arts and Sciences. He will serve alongside Dr. Mark D. Bradbury, the college’s other associate dean.
Transfer and teach: App State awarded $500,000 grant for education student scholarships
Feb. 28, 2020
Blue Cross NC has awarded Appalachian State University a $500,000 grant to support scholarships for community college transfer students intending to study within the Reich College of Education and teach in their home communities.
2020 App State football schedule announced
Feb. 28, 2020
The Mountaineers’ schedule will include two matchups against Power Five Conference teams with 2019 bowl appearances, as well as a pair of nationally televised Sun Belt Conference games.
App State earns Top 10 Military Friendly® School designation for 2020–21
Feb. 27, 2020
Appalachian has sustained VIQTORY’s Military Friendly® School designation since 2010 and was recently recognized as a Top 10 Military Friendly® School for 2020–21.
New partnership with NTE will accelerate efforts to reach climate neutrality
Feb. 27, 2020
Under the new agreement, NRLP customers will have more control and choice over their energy consumption and spending through new, innovative rates, such as time- of-use rates, according to NRLP General Manager Ed Miller.
Campus emergency siren test to be conducted March 4
Feb. 25, 2020
During the test, Appalachian uses the hi/low tone for emergencies, discontinuous air horn for tests of the system and the alert tone for all-clear signal.
Contrary to Todd Gilbert, U.S isn't reducing carbon emissions at world's highest rate [faculty quoted]
PolitiFact
Feb. 24, 2020
Dr. Jamie Russell of Appalachian State University’s Energy Center gives context regarding the U.S.’s reduction of carbon emissions in this fact-checking column published by The Poynter Institute.
Nationally recognized App State MBA available online in fall 2020
Feb. 24, 2020
Beginning this fall, students around the world will have access to Appalachian’s Master of Business Administration degree program through App State Online. Students in the nationally recognized MBA program receive a well-rounded business education that provides the in-demand skills sought by today’s employers.
State ag agency awards funding to App State biochar project
Watauga Democrat
Feb. 24, 2020
Appalachian State University’s biochar project in the Department of Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment is among 15 projects to receive funds from the N.C. Bioenergy Research Initiative and the New and Emerging Crops Program. The project will receive $80,738.
Groovin’ for a cause: App State’s annual Dance Marathon raises nearly $50K
Feb. 21, 2020
The annual Dance Marathon provided fun — and funds — as students danced for 15 hours and raised nearly $50,000 for local nonprofits.
App State’s Walker College of Business announces leadership changes
Feb. 21, 2020
Walker College’s Dr. Sandra Vannoy, Dr. Tim Forsyth and Dr. Scott Hunsinger have assumed new leadership roles following the appointment of former WCOB Dean Heather Hulbert Norris as Appalachian’s new interim provost and executive vice chancellor.
Blue Cross announced $8 million investment to rural communities
Shelby Star
Feb. 21, 2020
Appalachian State University and East Carolina University are among nine organizations receiving funds as part of the company’s investment. Both universities will use their allotment to support scholarships awarded to community college transfer students who wish to teach in their home communities.
What Runners Need to Know About Coronavirus [faculty featured]
Runners World
Feb. 20, 2020
What should runners know about the coronavirus — its symptoms, risk factors and any precautions to take, especially if traveling for races? Runners World talks to Appalachian State University’s David Nieman, Dr.PH., director of the Human Performance Lab at the North Carolina Research Campus.
App State partners continue service work in Africa with Mandela Washington Fellowship Alumni
Feb. 20, 2020
Relationships fostered during Appalachian’s Mandela Washington Fellowship Leadership Institutes take several locals overseas to launch new initiatives in Africa.
App State to host 5th Mandela Washington Fellowship Leadership Institute
Feb. 20, 2020
As part of the 2020 Mandela Washington Fellowship, Appalachian will host 25 of Africa’s emerging civic leaders — ages 25–35 — for a six-week Leadership Institute. Fellows will participate in volunteer service opportunities, meet with state and local government officials, and more.
Ndinephupha Youth Talks in New Brighton
Mandela Washington Fellowship Leadership Institute at App State yields partnership to encourage youth to express their dreams
Feb. 20, 2020
Youth in South Africa are trained to express their dreams in public speeches, then work with community partners to achieve those dreams.
Dreaming for Change in Burundi
Dr. Connie Green travels to Africa to initiate education program with Mandela Washington Mandela recipient
Feb. 20, 2020
A relationship fostered during Appalachian’s Mandela Washington Fellowship Leadership Institutes take Dr. Connie Green overseas to launch new initiatives in Africa.
The Nature Network in Zimbabwe
App State alumna partners with Mandela Washington Fellowship Alumnus to engage students in wildlife conservation
Feb. 20, 2020
Common interests between a local environmental educator and a Mandela Washington Fellowship Alumnus will connect students in North Carolina and Zimbabwe.