Topic: Community Engagement

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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.
Annual People of the Planet Soccer Tournament held April 12
March 17, 2015
The 9th Annual People of the Planet Soccer Tournament is a collaboration between Appalachian State University and Watauga High School to celebrate the community’s cultural diversity.
Coffee with a Cop held April 2
March 16, 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.
Civil rights activist Mary Frances Berry speaks March 23 at Appalachian
March 13, 2015
Dr. Mary Frances Berry will present “Whatever Happened to the Civil Rights Movement?” as part of the 2014-15 Forum Series at Appalachian State University. The series theme is “The Civil Rights Act After 50 Years: Is There Justice for All Now?”
Spring renewable energy and energy efficiency workshop series begins April 10
March 13, 2015
The Appalachian Energy Center at Appalachian State University will host a series of renewable energy and energy efficiency workshops on campus.
‘Being an Engaged Campus’ discussion to be held March 18
March 11, 2015
The campus community is invited to a panel discussion titled “Being an Engaged Campus: Opportunities for Teaching, Learning, Research, and Service,” hosted by Faculty and Academic Development and the Office of Academic Civic Engagement in furtherance of Appalachian State University’s Carnegie Elective Classification as a Community Engaged Campus.
Autism camp offered April 17-19, registration ends April 1
March 5, 2015
Crinkleroot Retreat, a free day camp, is recruiting campers ages 8 – 14 with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
10th Annual Tom Moore 5K Run/Walk held April 11
March 5, 2015
Students from Appalachian’s Recreation Management program, in collaboration with Huntington’s Disease Society of America, will host the 10th Annual Tom Moore 5K Run/Walk.
Luck o’ the Lassie fundraiser will be held March 17 to benefit Girls on the Run
March 2, 2015
The event, sponsored by Girls on the Run of the High Country, features wine tasting, food prepared by The Best Cellar chefs and a live auction.
17th annual Polar Plunge raises more than $7,300 for Special Olympics
March 2, 2015
It was a true Polar Plunge Thursday with 162 plungers braving snow and a 34-degree water temperature to raise more than $7,300 for Special Olympics athletes in Watauga County during the 17th annual Polar Plunge at Appalachian State University’s duck pond.
Coffee with a Cop held March 4
March 2, 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.
17th Annual Polar Plunge rescheduled for Feb. 26
Feb. 16, 2015
The 17th annual Polar Plunge at Appalachian State University’s duck pond that was originally scheduled for Feb. 19 has been rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 26.