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App State celebrates newest Black and Gold Society members and commemorates the 50th reunion of its Class of 1969
June 10, 2019
During Black and Gold Reunion Weekend, Appalachian inducted about 40 new members into its Black and Gold Society and commemorated the 50th reunion of the Class of 1969.
Father-son industrial technology grads John Leake ’77 and Jay Leake ’04 of York County, South Carolina, craft wooden box delivered to the Queen of England by President Trump
WCNC
June 6, 2019
Father-son industrial technology grads John Leake ’77 and Jay Leake ’04 of York County, South Carolina, got a call from the White House to craft a wooden box to be delivered to the Queen of England by President Trump. The Appalachian alumni own and operate Leake Furniture Makers.
Appalachian in the community
Solar barn installed at Horse Helpers of the High Country with energy grant from App State
May 28, 2019
The solar barn project at Horse Helpers of the High Country, which was partially funded by a 2018–19 Energy Efficient Grant through Appalachian and the Community Together (ACT), helps power the farm’s barn and fencing.
Couple, 72 and 77, known for their philanthropy work in NC, die in house fire
The News & Observer
May 22, 2019
Hughlene and William Frank were killed in a house fire in Greensboro on Sunday. The couple was known for their philanthropy work at Appalachian State University. She was an alumna and former trustee.
App State alumnus works for Tesla at the ‘forefront of the renewable industry’
May 20, 2019
Alumnus James Holton ’15, a licensed electrician and senior crew leader for sustainable energy and automotive company Tesla, earned four promotions in his first two years in the fast-paced renewable industry.
Appalachian State University - Spring Commencement 2019
May 15, 2019
Witness some of the sights and sounds of Appalachian State University's 2019 Spring Commencement ceremonies that took place May 10 and 11 on Appalachian's campus.
Appalachian celebrates its Class of 2019 — nearly 4,000 students — at Spring 2019 Commencement
May 14, 2019
Appalachian conferred degrees to nearly 4,000 graduates in the Class of 2019 during its Spring 2019 Commencement ceremonies, held Friday and Saturday on the university’s campus.
Driving toward the future — alumnus aligns his Tesla career with a passion to preserve the environment
May 14, 2019
Appalachian alumnus Joey Appelmann ’14 has his eye on the Earth’s future in his career as an installation supervisor for Tesla.
Mitchell Wright ‘98 named WCS Teacher of the Year
Watauga Democrat
May 10, 2019
Valle Crucis teacher Mitchell Wright was named Watauga County Schools district-wide Teacher of the Year. Wright teaches seventh and eighth grade students at Valle Crucis. He earned a bachelor’s degree in teaching from Appalachian State University as well as a master’s degree in middle school education with concentrations in language arts and social studies, according to Valle Crucis School.
Appalachian sets new record with 4 Fulbright U.S. Student Program finalists
April 30, 2019
Appalachian alumni Megan Holt-Smith ’15 ’16, John Kennedy ’16 and Emma Labovitz ’18, along with senior psychology major Caroline Webb, will use their Fulbright awards to study, conduct research and teach abroad during the 2019–20 academic year.
Dana Paran winning hearts at Asia CrossFit Championship for overcoming serious setback
South China Morning Post
April 28, 2019
Paran, who is currently a coach at Cobra Command (she has her L1 certificate), a CrossFit box in Basehor, Kansas, said her original sport was basketball as she pursued a D1 scholarship at Appalachian State University. After burning out, she resorted to bodybuilding until she discovered CrossFit in December of 2015. Paran said initially she wasn’t sold on the sport.
Finding the passion in ‘Burn This’ on Broadway
Hollywood SOAPBOX
April 28, 2019
Furr remembers reading “Burn This,” a 1980s play, when he was a student at Appalachian State University in the early 1990s. It’s a monologue-rich show, and back when he was a student Furr was in search of a piece for an audition.
Aspiring Eagle Scout enhances Academy at Middle Fork grounds
April 26, 2019
Appalachian’s Academy at Middle Fork received an outdoor learning space and campus beautification as part of a youth’s path to achieving his Eagle Scout rank.
Appalachian alumna uses earth-friendly designs for Dr. Scholl’s shoes
April 26, 2019
Andee Burton ’12 uses hands-on experience for inspiration in developing earth-friendly shoes.
Blowing Rock hires Shane Fox as new town manager
Watauga Democrat
April 25, 2019
A native of Granite Falls, Fox graduated from Appalachian State University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a major in accounting, according to the April 24 statement from Blowing Rock.
Young excellence
Boone Chamber of Commerce presents third annual 4 Under 40 awards
Watauga Democrat
April 11, 2019
Four emerging leaders and a trusted advocate for young professionals were honored during the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 awards luncheon on Wednesday, April 10, at Harvest House of Boone.
2018 graduate finds her career path with help from Brantley Risk and Insurance Center
April 3, 2019
Now a risk analyst, Shelby Weatherman ’18 said she gained professional development, off-campus experiential learning and faculty/staff encouragement through the center.
Appalachian alumnus relies on effective communication to manage front desk operations
April 1, 2019
Alumnus Chris Mahan ’17, who holds a BSBA in management from Appalachian, is front and center at The Inn on Biltmore Estate.