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‘Guyland’ author Michael Kimmel lectures at Appalachian April 14
March 16, 2015
Kimmel is among the leading researchers and writers on men and masculinity in the world today. He is a distinguished professor of sociology and gender studies at Stony Brook University, where he directs the Center for the Study of Men and Masculinities.
Economics scholar Deirdre N. McCloskey to speak at Appalachian’s world history and economics conference
March 16, 2015
Appalachian Spring – Tenth Annual Conference in World History and Economics brings together scholars who present research and discuss topics related to world history and economics. This year’s theme is “History and Nature of Capitalism.”
Clarinetist Kevin Streich performs in March 24 recital
March 16, 2015
Kevin Streich, a member of the music faculty at UNC Pembroke, will present a guest recital on the clarinet. Streich will perform “Arlequin” by Louis Cahuzac, “Parable for Solo Clarinet, Op. 126” by Vincent Persichetti and “Three Etudes on Themes of Gershwin” by Paul Harvey.
Steely Pan Steel Band performs March 22
March 13, 2015
Joining the band will be guests Rob Falvo, who will play the vibraphone, and Jonathon Sale, who will perform a solo on a set of steel pans called guitars.
Celebration of the humanities held April 10 at Appalachian
March 13, 2015
The College of Arts and Sciences Humanities Council at Appalachian State University will host a “Celebration of the Humanities at Appalachian State: Past, Present, and Future.”
University lecturer explores nature’s phenomena in new book
March 12, 2015
From Australia to Venezuela and points in-between, writer Leigh Ann Henion has chronicled some of nature’s wonders in her debut book “Phenomenal: A Hesitant Adventurer’s Search for Wonder in the Natural World” published by Penguin Press on March 24.
A night of traditional Appalachian music April 16 will support Appalachian studies scholarships
March 6, 2015
For those who enjoy foot-tapping, rousing and traditional Old-Time music, come out and join the Center for Appalachian Studies for the Ed Cabbell Scholarship Benefit Concert.
Dave by the Bell: Cheap Eats
March 6, 2015
When the cash flow is running low what do Appalachian State University students eat?
Global Film Series: ‘Two Million Minutes,’ ‘City of God’ and ‘Aquí y Allá’
March 5, 2015
The Global Films Series will show three films as part of its spring series at Appalachian State University.
Programs on reproductive justice presented at Appalachian
March 5, 2015
A series of events with the common theme of reproductive justice will be presented in March and April as part of Women’s History Month at Appalachian State University. The programs are sponsored by the university’s Gender, Women’s and Sexuality Studies Program.
Scholar discusses women’s identity as reflected in Disney films March 18
March 3, 2015
Fulbright-Nehru doctoral research scholar Mukulika Dattagupta will present the talk “The Journey of Women in Animated Disney Films.”
Jazz Ensemble II performs March 4
March 2, 2015
Jazz tunes inspired by the Beatles, a Latin beat and the romance of Paris will be performed by Appalachian Jazz Ensemble II.
Smith Gallery presents Art Expo 2015: Annual Juried Student Exhibition
Feb. 23, 2015
The exhibition is organized by the Smith Gallery and juried by Mary Anne Redding, curator at the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts on campus.
Appalachian Journal fall/winter issue released
Feb. 20, 2015
Appalachian Journal has released its fall/winter 2015 issue, which features the winning essay of the Appalachian Studies Association’s 2014 Carl Ross Award.
Works by women composers featured March 2
Feb. 20, 2015
Music by women composers will be performed by faculty and students from the Hayes School of Music.
Poetry, mystery and short story writers featured during spring Visiting Writers Series
Feb. 20, 2015
A variety of writing genres will be featured during the spring Hughlene Bostian Frank Visiting Writers Series at Appalachian State University.
Dave by the Bell: Snow Day Plans?
Feb. 19, 2015
Appalachian State students share their big (and not so big) snow day plans!
David Gee and Lynne Mackey will perform Feb. 24 at Appalachian
Feb. 17, 2015
Cellist Gee and pianist Mackey began performing as a duo in 2004. They have performed in venues in Florida, New York, West Virginia, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Europe and Africa.