Topic: Arts and Cultural

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N.C. Arts Council supports Dance Theatre of Harlem residency at Appalachian
Feb. 27, 2019
As part of the residency, Dance Theatre of Harlem members performed at Appalachian in the 2018–19 “The Schafer Center Presents …” series and conducted workshops and master classes with theater and dance students.
5 acclaimed authors to speak as part of spring 2019 Hughlene Bostian Frank Visiting Writers Series
Feb. 22, 2019
Appalachian State University announces author lineup for its spring 2019 Hughlene Bostian Frank Visiting Writers Series.
Adam Campbell ’18 covers all things sound at Campbell University
Feb. 12, 2019
Campbell credits Appalachian’s music industry studies program for his ability to handle a plethora of tasks — from running sound at sporting events to recording concerts — as an audiovisual technician at Campbell University.
6 University Marketing Campaigns From 2018 That Inspire & Innovate
Digital Media Solutions
Feb. 11, 2019
Appalachian State University leverages their beautiful location for an effective commercial. The 15-second spot manages, in one ad, to highlight Appalachian’s beautiful location, diversity and opportunities by effectively weaving the mountain metaphor throughout, even giving the school mascot a shout out.
Dr. William “Bill” Hutchins translates epic novel ‘The Fetishists’ into English
Feb. 8, 2019
This makes the fourth book by Libyan author Ibrahim al-Koni that Hutchins, professor of religious studies at Appalachian, has translated from the original Arabic to English.
Film by Appalachian dance studies professor wins for Best Southern States documentary
Jan. 31, 2019
Cara Hagan, assistant professor in Appalachian’s Department of Theatre and Dance, spent nearly 18 months creating “Sound and Sole,” a short film that “shines a light on the rich African-American culture here in Appalachia.”
Appalachian music professor’s music may air during Super Bowl LIII
Jan. 29, 2019
Appalachian music professor Dr. Greg McCandless will be listening closely during Super Bowl LIII — two of his songs may air during CBS’ broadcast of the game Sunday.
Appalachian seniors awarded honorable mention at international design competition
Jan. 29, 2019
Caroline DiBerto and Cassie Hutchens, both interior design majors, took home an honorable mention for their “Make it Your Own” concept in the PAVE 2018 Student Design Competition.
Anna Ulery ’04 captures fun moments in her career as a professional photographer
Jan. 24, 2019
Appalachian professors mentored and encouraged her. Now, Anna Ulery ’04 owns and operates her own photo booth business in the High Country.
How The Black And White Dula Family Reconciled Their Past
WUNC 91.5
Jan. 8, 2019
Dula family reunions in western North Carolina include members of the black and white sides of the family. But for decades these two sides did not communicate or even acknowledge their relation. Filmmaker Beth Davison, a faculty member at Appalachian State University, explored this story in her recent documentary “Dulatown.”
Questions with an Educator: Chip Williams
American Society of Media Photographers
Jan. 7, 2019
North Carolina-based commercial photographer Chip Williams, an associate professor in Appalachian's Department of Art, details his most successful business and teaching strategies.
2018 through the eyes of Appalachian students
The university’s Instagram social media account lets students show life as a Mountaineer
Dec. 28, 2018
Each week, Appalachian’s Instagram account lets a new student show how they live and learn like a Mountaineer.
Blakeley Rogers ’17 pursues sustainability in apparel design through her career at Carter’s/OshKosh B’Gosh
Dec. 17, 2018
Blakeley Rogers ’17 succeeded academically and built a strong network while at Appalachian. Now she is an assistant technical designer at Carter’s/OshKosh B’Gosh in Atlanta.
Meet Murilo Artese, comedian and Appalachian Student Ambassador
Nov. 30, 2018
Artese, from São Paulo, Brazil, is a member of the NouN Improv Comedy Troupe and Appalachian Student Ambassadors, as well as International Appalachian (INTAPP) and the Student Orientation Undergraduate Leader (SOUL) program.
Appalachian student wins prestigious furniture industry award
Nov. 19, 2018
Ryan Decker, a senior industrial design major with a concentration in furniture design, received a Pinnacle Award from the International Society of Furniture Designers for his cabinet design titled “Warden of Wallop Park.”
Appalachian’s Drs. Xiaofei Tu and Wendy Xie awarded STARTALK grant for 2018 Chinese immersion program
Nov. 19, 2018
Fifteen High Country high school students with limited or no previous exposure to Chinese language and culture participated in the three-week culturally rich and academically rigorous program held on Appalachian’s campus.
Appalachian announces winners and runners-up of 2018 International Education Week Photo Contest
Nov. 15, 2018
From the mountains of the Scottish Highlands to a “Curious Lion” in Zimbabwe, the winning and runner-up photos in the 2018 IEW Photo Contest explore the world through the eyes of Appalachian faculty, staff and students.
ASU Community Music School's Scale Olympiad celebrates students in its fifth year
The Mountain Times
Nov. 15, 2018
The Community Music School at Appalachian State University held its fifth annual Scale Olympiad on Saturday, Nov. 10, for High Country area pre-college pianists. Almost 30 students demonstrated their technical and theory skills, earning ribbons and rosettes for varying levels of mastery.

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