Topic: Awards and Honors

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Appalachian’s Sarah Carmichael joins John Glenn, Sally Ride, Jane Goodall and other well-known explorers in prestigious society
April 19, 2017
Sarah Carmichael, associate professor in Appalachian’s Department of Geology, was received as a Fellow in The Explorers Club, headquartered in New York City, on March 24.
Five ‘original and collaborative’ projects funded by Chancellor’s first Innovation Scholars program
April 19, 2017
Each of the scholarship proposals awarded reflect one or more of the university’s strategic initiatives: sustainability in the areas of economics, equity and the environment; diversity; student research; global learning; wellness and safety; and community and civic engagement.
Medders named Freeman Distinguished Professor of Insurance
April 12, 2017
Dr. Lorilee A. Medders has been named the Joseph F. Freeman Distinguished Professor of Insurance in the Walker College of Business at Appalachian State University.
$Middle and high school students compete in regional math competition hosted by Appalachian$
Middle and high school students compete in regional math competition hosted by Appalachian
April 10, 2017
Awards for individuals and top schools were earned during regional qualifying for the NCCTM State Mathematics Contest held at Appalachian State University March 8.
Work of Appalachian professor and student staged for first time during gala concert of the American College Dance Association’s regional conference
April 10, 2017
The gala concert featured 10 works chosen by conference adjudicators, including “Tiny Potato on the Train,” by Assistant Professor of Dance Studies Cara Hagan, and “From Here I Saw What Happened and I Cried,” which was choreographed by Juliet Irving, a junior dance studies and graphic design double major.
A Teachers’ Teacher
Appalachian professor Tracy Wilson Smith receives UNC Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching
April 1, 2017
A teachers’ teacher in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction receives a UNC Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
Appalachian’s Dr. Tracy Wilson Smith receives 2017 UNC Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching, one of 17 honored
March 28, 2017
Smith, professor and assistant chair in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, joined the Appalachian faculty in 2000 and has taught 23 different courses for undergraduate, master’s and doctoral students on the main campus and at the university’s satellite campuses.
Ward named dean of libraries at Appalachian
March 27, 2017
Dr. Dane Ward has been named dean of libraries at Appalachian State University effective Aug. 1. Ward comes from Illinois State University, Normal, where he has served as dean of the Milner Library since 2014.
Specht named dean of Appalachian’s College of Arts and Sciences
March 27, 2017
Dr. Neva J. Specht has been named dean of Appalachian State University’s College of Arts and Sciences after a national search. She begins her duties May 1.
Brown named vice chancellor for student development at Appalachian
March 20, 2017
The vice chancellor for student development is the chief student affairs officer of the university and reports to the chancellor. The position assists the chancellor in meeting the university’s mission and strategic objectives, and provides strategic advice to the chancellor related to student development and success.
Broyhill Fellows team wins regional research challenge
March 9, 2017
For the sixth year running, a team of students from Appalachian State University’s Walker College of Business has won the regional CFA Institute Research Challenge, sponsored by CFA Society North Carolina (Chartered Financial Analysts).
Cross-institutional research in physics and astronomy leads to best undergraduate student paper
March 7, 2017
Hunter Stark, an Appalachian State University sophomore communication major from Charlotte, and James Howe, a Southwestern Community College senior and triple major in electronics, computer, and network engineering technology from Miami, Florida, have been awarded the best undergraduate student paper from the North Carolina Section of the American Association of Physics Teachers.
Nicholson presented with H. Lewis Gaston Award by College News Association of the Carolinas
March 6, 2017
Jane Nicholson of Boone was presented with the College News Association of the Carolinas’ (CNAC) H. Lewis Gaston Award for outstanding service March 6.
Appalachian’s Sarah Carmichael to be inducted into The Explorers Club
Geochemist joins John Glenn, Sally Ride, Sir Edmund Hillary, Jane Goodall and other well-known explorers in this prestigious society
March 3, 2017
Geochemist Sarah Carmichael joins Neil Armstrong, Jane Goodall and other well-known figures in a prestigious society called The Explorers Club.
IlaSahai Prouty named associate dean of Appalachian’s College of Fine and Applied Arts
March 2, 2017
IlaSahai Prouty, assistant professor in the Department of Art at Appalachian State University, has been named associate dean of the College of Fine and Applied Arts. Prouty began her new role on Jan. 1.
Five Appalachian students are semi-finalists for Fulbright Scholars program
Feb. 27, 2017
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers fellowships for U.S. graduating college seniors, graduate students, young professionals and artists to study, conduct research and/or teach English abroad.
Appalachian’s Enharmonix, an a cappella vocal ensemble, advances to the south semifinal of the International Championship of Collegiate A Capella
Feb. 24, 2017
Enharmonix, a vocal ensemble of students from Appalachian State University, has advanced to the south semifinal of the International Championship of Collegiate A Capella (ICCA), which will be March 11 at the University of Georgia in Athens.
The North Carolina Theatre Conference to honor Appalachian with its College/University Award
Feb. 9, 2017
The award’s citation recognizes Appalachian’s theatre program for its commitment to fostering future artists, educators and arts supporters.