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App State's Days of Service contribute hundreds of volunteer hours to Watauga County nonprofits
March 6, 2024
App State held its second annual Mobilize the Mountains Day of Service on Feb. 24, with dozens of student and faculty volunteers contributing over 111 hours of community service to local nonprofit organizations.
Appalachian Today: Episode 4
March 4, 2024
On this episode of Appalachian Today, University Communications’ Dave Blanks provides a quick rundown of some of the latest news stories available at today.appstate.edu. Story topics include: the Feb. 22 topping out ceremony for App State’s Holmes Convocation Center Parking Deck; App State’s recognition of “Best Master’s in Data Science Programs for 2024,” with Fortune magazine ranking App State No. 11 in the nation for its M.S. in applied data analytics program; App State’s second annual Mobilize the Mountains Day of Service on Feb. 24, during which dozens of student and faculty volunteers contributed over 111 hours of community service; a $100,000 donation to App State from the Mebane Foundation to fund the expansion of reading assistance services for K–3 students in Watauga and Catawba counties; App State professor Joseph Bathanti’s induction into the N.C. Literary Hall of Fame; and Keith Werner’s appointment as App State chief information officer, effective March 18.

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App State professor Joseph Bathanti named to North Carolina Literary Hall of Fame
March 1, 2024
Former North Carolina Poet Laureate and Appalachian State University professor Joseph Bathanti has been named to the North Carolina Literary Hall of Fame — an honor reserved for five of the state’s most accomplished writers. Bathanti is the author of over 20 books spanning multiple genres including poetry, fiction, nonfiction and personal essays. He will be inducted into the hall during a special ceremony on Oct. 6.
Topping out ceremony held for App State’s Holmes Convocation Center Parking Deck
Structure expected to be completed this summer
Feb. 28, 2024
App State leadership and distinguished guests attended a topping out ceremony — a centuries-old tradition — on Feb. 22 for the Holmes Convocation Center Parking Deck, hosted by New Atlantic Contracting.
App State Gospel Choir uplifts campus and local community through song
Feb. 26, 2024
For nearly 50 years, the App State Gospel Choir has been uplifting the campus community through song in the Black religious tradition. According to alumni, the choir is a vehicle for cultural expression and a welcoming family that provides a sense of home.
App State partners with Mebane Charitable Foundation to improve literacy in the High Country and Catawba Valley
Feb. 21, 2024
The Mebane Charitable Foundation has donated $100,000 to App State to expand reading assistance services for K–3 students in Watauga and Catawba counties.
Larger credit card issuers charge higher rates than smaller ones [faculty featured]
Marketplace
Feb. 16, 2024
This feature in Marketplace explores a recent report by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which finds that the biggest credit card issuers in the U.S. charge higher interest rates and fees than smaller banks and credit unions. Neel Das, professor in App State’s Department of Marketing and Supply Chain Management, explains how brand recognition is one of the main reasons why consumers choose certain credit cards, even if their interest rates are higher. Das advises consumers to consider the whole package, and not just a familiar name, when choosing a credit card.
What Is Full Coverage Car Insurance? [faculty featured]
WalletHub
Feb. 16, 2024
In this WalletHub feature, App State’s Chief Diversity Officer Jamie Parson — who’s also an associate professor in App State’s Department of Finance, Banking and Insurance — offers expert insights for consumers curious about full coverage car insurance.
4 acclaimed authors to visit App State for spring 2024 Hughlene Bostian Frank Visiting Writers Series
The authors will share their work, give talks on the craft of writing
Feb. 16, 2024
This spring, App State will host four award-winning authors as part of its 2023–24 Hughlene Bostian Frank Visiting Writers Series. The authors will read from their work and deliver talks on the craft of writing.
Keith Werner named chief information officer at App State
Feb. 16, 2024
Keith Werner has been named chief information officer at App State, effective March 18. Werner comes to App State from the University of North Carolina System Office, where he currently holds the position of vice president of information technology (IT) strategy and cybersecurity.
Matthew Makdad named general manager of App State’s New River Light and Power
Feb. 13, 2024
Matthew Makdad, P.E., has been named general manager of Appalachian State University’s New River Light and Power, effective Feb. 1. Makdad had previously served as the utility’s engineering supervisor since 2017.
Dr. Michael Madritch named dean of App State’s College of Arts and Sciences
Feb. 13, 2024
After a national search, Dr. Michael Madritch has been named dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at App State. Madritch previously served as associate dean and interim dean of the college. His new role became effective Feb. 9.
App State Online bachelor’s, master’s programs named among nation's ‘best’ for 2024 by U.S. News & World Report
The annual U.S. News rankings recognized App State business, education and nursing programs
Feb. 8, 2024
App State’s online bachelor’s and master’s degree programs — including the BSBA in management, MBA and Master of Science in Nursing — have been ranked among the nation’s best for 2024, according to U.S. News & World Report, which recognized App State in its “2024 Best Online Programs” rankings.
Border Belt People: Jessica Cory brings awareness to Lumbee literature [faculty featured]
Border Belt Independent
Feb. 7, 2024
This Q&A in Border Belt Independent features Jessica Cory, a lecturer in App State’s Department of English, who speaks about her interest in the Lumbee tribe and her inspiration to write about the significance of tribal history. Cory talks about her journey as a writer and what she hopes people will gain from reading her article, “The Politics of Recognition and the Power of Place in Lumbee Women’s Poetry,” which was published by the North Carolina Literary Review.
$1 million grant funds App State’s Public Health AmeriCorps program
The App State team is working to enhance rural public health preparedness, mental health resources in Western North Carolina
Jan. 31, 2024
App State received a three-year, $1 million grant to implement a Public Health AmeriCorps program. Faculty, alumni and students are leading the program to enhance public health preparedness and mental health resources in 25 rural Western North Carolina counties.
Shaping App State’s future through legal ingenuity
Vanguard Law Magazine
Jan. 26, 2024
This feature in Vanguard Law Magazine highlights the dedicated work of App State General Counsel Paul Meggett and his team’s efforts to further the university's mission. Meggett speaks about the impacts of the launch of the App State Hickory campus, the development of App State’s Innovation District, the challenges in modern education related to artificial intelligence, and more.
Reflections on App State’s 124th year of continued innovation and excellence
Dec. 22, 2023
In its 124th year, App State reaffirmed its status as an innovator and leader in higher education, setting historic university milestones — from opening the App State Hickory campus to beginning Phase 1 construction of the Innovation District. Revisit some of App State’s defining moments of 2023.
App State to begin receiving on-campus 911 calls in fall 2024
Campus-based service is planned to improve response times, strengthen campus safety
Dec. 21, 2023
As part of its continued efforts to strengthen campus safety, App State’s Police Department will begin receiving 911 calls placed from properties on the university’s Boone campus. The service, slated to become operational in fall 2024, is made possible through a contract with call provider AT&T.