Topic: Community Engagement

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Agreement strengthens Appalachian’s relationship with Wilkes Community College
Dec. 10, 2015
BOONE—An agreement between Wilkes Community College and Appalachian State University opens up a seamless pathway for students interested in earning an architectural technology and design degree from Appalachian. The agreement was signed by Dr. Darrell Kruger, provost and executive vice chancellor at Appalachian, and Dr. John Hauser, vice president of industrial and workforce development at Wilkes Community College.
Latest issue of the Appalachian Journal focuses on Appalachian music
Dec. 9, 2015
BOONE—The Appalachian Journal has published its first special edition on Appalachian music. This double issue (vol. 42, nos. 3-4) is the largest one in the journal’s 42-year history, with 300-plus pages and 60-plus contributors. Guest editors Mark Freed and Trevor McKenzie are both musicians and music teachers who kick off this issue with a roundtable discussion: 25 musicians, teachers and scholars who select and describe their Appalachian “Top 10” playlists, offering lively defenses of their choices.
Annual Holiday Scholarship Concert presented Dec. 4 at Appalachian
Dec. 1, 2015
BOONE—The Hayes School of Music presents its annual Holiday Scholarship Concert Dec. 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts at Appalachian State University. Admission is $10. Tickets are available at the Schaefer Center or by calling 800-841-2787 or 828-262-4046.
“Five Women Wearing the Same Dress” to be presented Dec. 5 and 6
Nov. 30, 2015
BOONE—The Appalachian Women’s Theatre Troupe (AWTT) at Appalachian State University presents the 1993 comedy “Five Women Wearing The Same Dress” by playwright Alan Ball about five bridesmaids hiding in a bedroom during a wedding reception.
Appalachian recognizes alumni with Faces of Courage Awards
The award recognizes those who were instrumental in Appalachian State University’s early diversity efforts. Another former student received an honorary degree and the Black and Gold Medallion.
Nov. 25, 2015
Five alumni who played key roles in Appalachian’s history were recognized - four with Faces of Courage Awards and one with an honorary degree - at a special ceremony during Homecoming 2015.
Symphony band performance held Dec. 2 at Appalachian
Nov. 23, 2015
BOONE—The Appalachian Symphony Band will present its last performance of the semester Dec. 2 at Appalachian State University.
Big band holiday dinner and concert Dec. 6 to benefit Appalachian Jazz Ensemble I
Nov. 20, 2015
BOONE—A big band holiday dinner and concert benefiting Jazz Ensemble I will be held Sunday, Dec. 6, at 7 p.m. at Appalachian State University.
Find Your Sustain Ability: What does Social Justice have to do with Sustainability?
A Conversation with Dr. Lee Ball and Chief Diversity Officer Bindu Kolli Jayne
Nov. 20, 2015
Without social justice and equity, can Appalachian State University, and the world, be sustainable? Hear what Bindu Kolli Jayne, chief diversity officer and associate vice chancellor for equity, diversity and compliance, shares with the university's director of sustainability.
Appalachian Wind Ensemble performs Nov. 23
Nov. 17, 2015
BOONE—An evening of symphonic masterpieces will be performed Nov. 23 by the Appalachian Wind Ensemble from the Hayes School of Music. The 8 p.m. concert will be in the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts at Appalachian State University. Admission is free.
Students from the Hayes School of Music present an evening of chamber music Nov. 23
Nov. 17, 2015
BOONE—String and piano students from the Hayes School of Music at Appalachian State University will present a program of chamber music Nov. 23. The performance in Broyhill Music Center’s Recital Hall begins at 6 p.m. Admission is free.
Want to bring an international volunteer to Boone? AIESEC seeks support for Global Citizen program
Nov. 16, 2015
BOONE—AIESEC at Appalachian State University is looking for support to start its international volunteer program, Global Citizen. Support may include offering volunteer opportunities with High Country nonprofits, becoming a host family, or providing monetary sponsorships.
Tech4Teach Fair held Feb. 5
Nov. 16, 2015
BOONE—Faculty and staff interested in sharing how they successfully use technology in their courses, and those interested in enhancing student engagement and learning by effectively integrating technology in their teaching, are encouraged to attend the Tech4Teach Fair Feb. 5 at Appalachian State University.
Annual Messiah sing-along held Dec. 6
Nov. 16, 2015
The 11th annual “Messiah” sing-along will be presented Sunday, Dec. 6, at 6 p.m. in Broyhill Music Center’s Rosen Concert Hall at Appalachian State University.
Appalachian Gospel Choir performs Nov. 22
Nov. 16, 2015
BOONE—The Appalachian Gospel Choir presents a fall thanksgiving concert Nov. 22 at 6 p.m. in Plemmons Student Union’s Solarium at Appalachian State University. Admission is free.
A veteran’s commitment continues long after military service ends
Nov. 12, 2015
A veteran’s commitment to serve doesn’t stop when he or she leaves the military. Retired U.S. Air Force Col. Vickie Hughes, now associate professor in the Department of Nursing faculty at Appalachian State University, illustrated that point with a story she told during a Veterans Day ceremony on campus.
Appalachian senior honored for community service
Nov. 9, 2015
Appalachian State University senior Kelsey Trevethan has been recognized for outstanding leadership and service by North Carolina Campus Compact, a statewide network of colleges and universities with a shared commitment to community engagement.
Veterans Day ceremony held Nov. 11 on campus
Oct. 30, 2015
Appalachian State University will hold a Veterans Day ceremony at the Veterans Memorial located on the west side of the Dougherty Administration Building.
Ray Suarez on why it's important to increase the number of black and brown college graduates and more
Oct. 28, 2015
Renowned journalist and author Ray Suarez talks about culture change anxiety, why it's important to increase the number of black and brown college graduates and what Appalachian can learn about family from Hispanic/Latino cultures.