Topic: Community Engagement

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What impact does weather have on COVID-19? Local scientists are searching for answers [faculty featured]
WLOS
July 8, 2020
Appalachian’s Dr. Maggie Sugg and Dr. Jennifer Runkle are interviewed about their collaborative research with the North Carolina Institute for Climate Studies that found a significant association between low humidity and transmission of COVID-19 in some U.S. cities.
Local researchers explore weather’s role in COVID-19 spread [faculty featured]
Mountain Xpress
July 4, 2020
Department of Geography and Planning's Dr. Maggie Sugg and Dr. Jennifer Runkle discuss their research study on COVID-19 transmission and weather, conducted in partnership with North Carolina Institute for Climate Studies. The study found a significant association between low humidity and transmission of the virus in some U.S. cities.
Meteorological factors may influence COVID-19 transmission and spread in the US, according to research by App State and NCICS
July 2, 2020
A climate-health study conducted by Appalachian State University researchers shows a significant association between COVID-19 transmission and low humidity.
App State budding ornithologist recognized as Young Birder of 2020
June 26, 2020
Appalachian sophomore and avid birder Adrianna Nelson, a biology major with a concentration in ecology, evolution and environmental biology, has gained national recognition as a 2020 Young Birder of the Year — an honor bestowed by the American Birding Association.
App State researchers to study dust plume as it settles over Boone
June 26, 2020
The largest plume of dust to come from the Sahara Desert in 50 years offers an unexpected bright spot for the High Country and opportunities for the university’s AppalAIR researchers.
How to keep students feeling connected and supported — 4 Excellence in Teaching Award winners weigh in
June 26, 2020
Award-winning faculty at Appalachian State University share how they keep students feeling connected and supported as they teach online during the COVID-19 situation.
‘Holding space’ in synchronous studio meetings
Q&A with D. Jason Miller
June 26, 2020
How do you shift a studio design class into online learning? Appalachian State University’s D. Jason Miller, building sciences program director, discusses how he engaged students during COVID-19.
“Show Your Love” campaign launch
Mountain Times
June 25, 2020
AppHealthCare has partnered with Appalachian State University and other local entities to increase awareness of actions people can take to impact how COVID-19 affects our local community.
Political Science alum fundraises for DC research institution
June 16, 2020
Tommy Wrenn ’14 has worked as a development professional in Washington, D.C., fundraising for organizations connected to the environment and addressing climate change — an issue he describes as a “personal passion.”
Jane Barghothi named vice chancellor for university advancement at App State
June 15, 2020
Jane McIntyre Barghothi ’96 has been named Appalachian State University’s vice chancellor for university advancement. Barghothi has served as senior associate vice chancellor for university development since July 2019.
App State alumnus shapes public policy
June 15, 2020
Nathan Smith ’09 tackles some of the most pressing political and societal challenges facing the country today, advocating for LGBTQ equality and voting access as a senior associate at Civitas Public Affairs Group in Washington, D.C.
A Renewed Passion for Teaching in the Pandemic [faculty op-ed]
NCTE blog
June 13, 2020
In this opinion piece, Dr. Jason D. DeHart writes hisappreciation for teachers and their extra effort during the pandemic, through online teaching and sustained community. DeHart is an assistant professor in the Department of Reading Education and Special Education at Appalachian State University.
Life in the fast lane for App State student
June 12, 2020
Angela Gantkowski is a marketing major with a concentration in digital marketing ¬— and a driver in the Professional Drag Racers Association (PDRA). She was the runner-up in the PDRA World Finals during her first season in 2018 and was recently featured in the magazine Drag Illustrated.
App State alumna makes the best of disasters and emergencies
June 10, 2020
Lynn Fisher ’97 applies skills learned in outdoor experiential education at Appalachian and Broadstone — the university’s outdoor education facility — to a career in emergency planning.
Taking Steady Steps towards Civic Engagement [staff featured]
Penang Monthly (Malaysia)
June 1, 2020
Brian MacHarg, Appalachian’s director of civic engagement, discusses the importance of civic engagement in addressing community issues and how to apply it. This news story covers his talk during a workshop hosted by the Penang Institute and the U.S. embassy in Malaysia called “Learning the Habits of Service: Leading Others in Action.”
Perspective | North Carolinians weigh in on high-quality reading instruction [faculty quoted]
EdNC
May 29, 2020
Dr. Rebecca Jordan, assistant professor in the Department of Reading Education and Special Education, is among educators quoted in this opinion piece on how to achieve high-quality reading instruction. Jordan says the science of reading indicates there is more than one domain of reading instruction, and a combination of phonics, oral language, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension is needed.
Fall will look different on NC’s college campuses. Here’s what each is planning.
Raleigh News & Observer
May 29, 2020
Appalachian State University is the first school mentioned in the state-wide coverage of fall plans amid COVID-19.
Welcome home — first App Builds a Home project is dedicated
May 29, 2020
A virtual dedication ceremony is scheduled for the inaugural App Builds a Home project, built in partnership with Watauga County Habitat for Humanity, and fundraising begins for the next home.