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  • Educating generations: App State’s Lucy Brock program marks 85 years of preparing children and future educators to thrive
    Educating generations: App State’s Lucy Brock program marks 85 years of preparing children and future educators to thrive
    Dec. 10, 2025

    For over 85 years, App State’s Lucy Brock Child Development Laboratory has provided the highest quality of education and care for regional children — while also functioning as a professional preparation site for future Mountaineer educators. The lab, which uses research-based practices, serves nearly 600 students annually.

  • App State's Office of Rural Promise fortifies student and teacher success in North Carolina
    App State's Office of Rural Promise fortifies student and teacher success in North Carolina
    Dec. 8, 2025

    App State’s newly launched Office of Rural Promise fosters regional connections and supports growing programs that advance the success of students and educators in North Carolina schools. It serves as a strategic driver supporting the university’s research and innovation enterprise.

  • Passport, please! — App State ranks 4th nationally for study abroad participation
    Passport, please! — App State ranks 4th nationally for study abroad participation

    Faculty and alumni share their international learning experiences

    Dec. 4, 2025

    App State ranks No. 4 nationally among master’s institutions for study abroad participation, according to the latest “Open Doors Report.” Here, App State students and faculty share how living and learning overseas expanded their worldview and supported their growth as individuals.

  • Rural America, Growth Area? [faculty featured]
    Rural America, Growth Area? [faculty featured]
    The Chronicle of Higher Education
    Dec. 3, 2025

    Several scholars of rural higher education — including Dr. Andrew Koricich, a professor in App State’s Department of Counseling, Family Therapy and Higher Education — discuss the challenges students face in rural areas. Koricich, executive director of the Alliance for Research on Regional Colleges, has extensively researched rural colleges and student experiences.

  • App State named a top 5 school nationally for service members, veterans for 2025 — Military Times
    App State named a top 5 school nationally for service members, veterans for 2025 — Military Times
    Dec. 3, 2025

    App State has been recognized among the nation’s top higher education institutions for military service members and veterans, ranking as a top five school named to Military Times’ 2025 “Best for Vets: Colleges” rankings list.

  • Best Small Stadium In America? Appalachian State's Home In The Mountains [alumni featured]
    Best Small Stadium In America? Appalachian State's Home In The Mountains [alumni featured]
    Sports Illustrated
    Dec. 2, 2025

    In this video feature, App State’s Kidd Brewer Stadium is spotlighted as one of the best small college football stadiums in the nation. Former Mountaineer players and alumni Larry Hand ’64 and Tommy Sofield ’76 share what makes App State a special place to play — and how the campus and Boone community elevate the football experience.

  • $838K grant fuels App State health research aimed at boosting Western NC resilience
    $838K grant fuels App State health research aimed at boosting Western NC resilience

    The community-engaged research examines rural health and housing challenges post-Helene

    Nov. 25, 2025

    App State has received a $838,276 grant from Dogwood Health Trust in support of the university’s work as part of the Health Policy Research Consortium — an initiative aimed at addressing physical and mental health issues, substance use and misuse, and housing and food insecurity in Western North Carolina.

  • App State alumnus Dan Blakeley ’15 ’18 helps veterans find their voice
    App State alumnus Dan Blakeley ’15 ’18 helps veterans find their voice

    Blakeley, an Army veteran, was the featured speaker at App State's Veterans Day Ceremony

    Nov. 14, 2025

    App State’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony, held Nov. 11 on the Boone campus, honors the men and women who have served in the nation’s armed forces. This year’s ceremony featured remarks from Chancellor Heather Norris and alumnus Dan Blakeley ’15 ’18, a former U.S. Army Special Operations Ranger.

  • App State named among top institutions for business education in US and worldwide
    App State named among top institutions for business education in US and worldwide

    Walker College of Business and its bachelor’s, master’s programs recognized by U.S. News, The Princeton Review, CEO Magazine and Fortune magazine

    Nov. 6, 2025

    App State has earned national and international recognition for its Walker College of Business and business degree programs. The university was featured in the 2025 rankings of U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, CEO Magazine and Fortune magazine.

  • Caught on camera: Global study finds mammal species defying nocturnal and diurnal labels
    Caught on camera: Global study finds mammal species defying nocturnal and diurnal labels

    The research, co-led by App State's Dr. Zach Farris, analyzed 445 species across 6 continents

    Nov. 5, 2025

    Using nearly nine million images from 20,000 camera traps, global research co-led by App State faculty member Dr. Zach Farris shows many wild mammals are behaving differently than previously thought and may be misclassified.

  • App State reopens Wey Hall and debuts new Cathy P. Walling Student Art Gallery
    App State reopens Wey Hall and debuts new Cathy P. Walling Student Art Gallery
    Oct. 22, 2025

    Following a $26 million renovation, App State reopened Wey Hall for classes this fall, followed by the opening of the facility’s new Cathy P. Walling Student Art Gallery in late September. The newly renovated and modernized Wey Hall provides state-of-the-art facilities, cutting-edge technology and essential resources for App State students, faculty and staff.

  • Walker College of Business celebrates global and sustainability champions at annual luncheon
    Walker College of Business celebrates global and sustainability champions at annual luncheon
    Oct. 21, 2025

    Outstanding App State students, faculty and staff were honored for advancing global engagement and sustainable business at the Walker College of Business’ annual Global Good Conference.

  • 126 years strong: Founders Day honors App State’s enduring legacy as a higher education leader
    126 years strong: Founders Day honors App State’s enduring legacy as a higher education leader

    7 new members inducted into App State’s Bell Ringers Society

    Oct. 21, 2025

    App State celebrated its eighth annual Founders Day on Oct. 2 to commemorate its founders, B.B., D.D. and Lillie Shull Dougherty, and the first day of classes held at Watauga Academy in 1899. Seven new members were inducted into the university’s Bell Ringers Society as part of the day’s events.

  • App State Police Officer Cashae Cook earns NC’s highest award for women in law enforcement
    App State Police Officer Cashae Cook earns NC’s highest award for women in law enforcement
    Oct. 16, 2025

    App State Police Officer Cashae Cook ’14 has been named Woman of the Year by the North Carolina Law Enforcement Women’s Association. The annual award — the state’s highest honor for women in law enforcement — recognizes Cook’s outstanding contributions and service to NCLEWA and her leadership and service in the App State Community.

  • App State’s Jennifer Schroeder Tyson named 2025 Sun Belt Conference Faculty Member of the Year
    App State’s Jennifer Schroeder Tyson named 2025 Sun Belt Conference Faculty Member of the Year
    Oct. 15, 2025

    App State research assistant professor Jennifer Schroeder Tyson ’07 has been named the 2025 Sun Belt Conference Faculty Member of the Year. The award recognizes Schroeder Tyson for her ability to inspire, promote and sustain the academic and athletic development of Mountaineer student-athletes.

  • App State joins FirstGen Forward Network, boosting support for first-generation students
    App State joins FirstGen Forward Network, boosting support for first-generation students

    TRIO Student Support Services receives $1.7M federal grant to continue student success programming

    Oct. 13, 2025

    App State is among 60 schools selected to join the national FirstGen Forward Network, with schools chosen based on their demonstrated commitment to advancing success for first-generation students. Network schools gain access to professional development opportunities, a community of practice, and tools to assess and improve their support for first-gen students.

  • Dr. Heather Norris installed as 8th chancellor of App State
    Dr. Heather Norris installed as 8th chancellor of App State
    Oct. 8, 2025

    On Oct. 3, Dr. Heather H. Norris was formally installed as the eighth chancellor in App State’s 126-year history. UNC System President Peter Hans presided over the installation ceremony, which was held on the Boone campus and attended by hundreds of Mountaineers and community members, as well as state education and community leaders.

  • How emergency preparedness systems operated during Helene
    How emergency preparedness systems operated during Helene
    The Appalachian
    Oct. 8, 2025

    App State’s student-run newspaper looks back at the emergency efforts that helped keep the campus and community safe during Hurricane Helene, and explores plans to expand communication channels for future disasters. The article features App State alumnus Tom Beam ’89, disaster relief coordinator for Baptists on Mission; alumnus David Jackson ’00, CEO of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce; Jason Marshburn, director of Environmental Health, Safety and Emergency Management; and Megan Hayes, director of chancellor communications.

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