Topic: Community Engagement

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Memorial Day ceremony held May 25 on campus
May 21, 2015
Lt. Col. David Cox from Appalachian State University’s ROTC program will be the guest speaker at a Memorial Day ceremony on campus.
Ballet, jazz, samba and swing are part of the Summer Dance Series at Appalachian
May 19, 2015
The Summer Dance Series at Appalachian State University begins June 2 with African dance taught by Sherone Price. The series, which runs through June 25, is sponsored by the Department of Theatre and Dance.
University members help with earthquake relief in Nepal
May 13, 2015
A faculty member and graduate student from Appalachian State University in partnership with the Boone-based, non-profit agency Wine To Water are helping provide clean water to earthquake victims in Nepal.
Delta Zeta chapter raises more than $4,700 for Communication Disorders Clinic at Appalachian
May 13, 2015
Delta Zeta Sorority’s Lambda Phi chapter recently sponsored its 9th annual Turtle Trot 5K, The event drew more than 300 runners and raised $4,738.40 to support the Charles E. and Geneva S. Scott Scottish Rite Communication Disorders Clinic at Appalachian State University.
Robertson named a Boone Optimist Club officer of the year
May 11, 2015
The Boone Optimist Club has awarded its Police Officer of the Year Award to senior police officer James H. Robertson from the Appalachian State University Police Department.
Appalachian’s ROTC program commissions 19 new officers
May 11, 2015
Nineteen Appalachian State University graduates were commissioned as second lieutenants during a ceremony held May 8 in Valborg Theatre on campus.
Alternative Service Experience 2015: Jones Valley Teaching Farm, Birmingham, Alabama
May 11, 2015
Each spring, groups of Appalachian State University students choose to forgo the typical vacation most imagine when they hear the term "Spring Break" to do service projects around the nation. These trips, which all have a focus on sustainability, social justice and the environment, are known as Alternative Service Experiences (ASE).
Appalachian students explore social issues during Alternative Service Experience
May 11, 2015
Nearly 300 students participated in Alternative Service Experiences during spring break, exploring social issues from poverty to animal rights.
Alternative Service Experience 2015: Jones Valley Teaching Farm, Birmingham, Alabama
May 11, 2015
Join Appalachian student Laurie Pope as she accompanies an ASE group to Birmingham, Alabama, where students volunteer at the Jones Valley Teaching Farm.
Summer dance series begins June 2 at Appalachian
May 6, 2015
The Summer Dance Series sponsored by the Department of Theatre and Dance begins June 2 at Appalachian State University.
Appalachian to help people of Nepal
April 30, 2015
Offices and programs at Appalachian State University are partnering with the local non-profit agency Wine to Water to help provide clean water and additional emergency supplies to earthquake victims in Nepal.
West receives Excellence in Community Engagement Award
April 29, 2015
Dr. Stephanie West has received the Excellence in Community Engagement Award from University College at Appalachian. The award recognizes a faculty or staff member who participates actively in the local community and encourages students to engage with local communities and organizations as well.
Girls on the Run takes registration for May 3 event; international organization reaches 1 million girls served
April 27, 2015
The nonprofit organization Girls on the Run International – a physical-activity based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that empowers girls in the 3rd – 8th grade – has announced it will serve its one-millionth girl in 2015. Girls on the Run of the High Country is part of that milestone, having served more than 800 girls since its launch in 2009.
Coffee with a Cop held May 4
April 22, 2015
University Police at Appalachian State University invite students, faculty and staff to meet officers and discuss community issues, build relationships and drink a free cup of coffee during Coffee with a Cop
Community Music School holding an Open House on April 26
April 20, 2015
Interim director Laura Chu Stokes and CMS instructors will be on hand to answer questions about CMS’ instrumental offerings, in addition information registration for both summer and fall lessons. Tours will be offered by current students.
Program on the Negro Leagues baseball era part of diversity celebration at Appalachian
March 25, 2015
Derrick C. Jones, a 1979 graduate of Appalachian State University, will return for a residency featuring lectures and presentations on the Negro Leagues baseball era for audiences on campus, at public schools and in the community.
Spring Open House scheduled for April 18
March 23, 2015
High school students and prospective transfer students are invited to learn about academics and campus life at Appalachian State University during its Spring Open House.
Investment in Appalachian yielded a 15.9 percent ROI in new income, economic value study shows
March 19, 2015
Spend a dollar on education at Appalachian State University and that dollar will yield another $6.40 in benefits to taxpayers, or a 15.9 percent return on investment, according to an economic impact value of higher education conducted by the Idaho-based company Economic Modeling Specialists International (EMSI) for the University of North Carolina system.

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