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Buttery, sweet and orange: This milk alternative has deep North Carolina roots [faculty featured]
The News & Observer
July 7, 2026
Dr. Brett Taubman, professor in App State’s Department of Chemistry and Fermentation Sciences, discusses his Rootsii project to turn surplus North Carolina sweetpotatoes into plant-based milk products. The research is backed by a $1.82 million grant.
App State’s Team Sunergy unveils Autumn — its next-gen solar racing vehicle
July 6, 2026
Team Sunergy revealed a lighter, more aerodynamic solar racing vehicle ahead of two key international competitions to take place this summer — the Formula Sun Grand Prix and American Solar Challenge. The July 10 unveiling, held on the Boone campus, gave the public an opportunity to see the new vehicle and interact with the team.
Academic Services for Student-Athletes staff wins national award
July 1, 2026
App State’s Academic Services for Student-Athletes (ASA) staff earned national recognition with the Model Practice Award in Academics for its innovative approach to managing the transfer portal process for Mountaineer student-athletes. Since implementing the model two years ago, App State has completed more than 640 transfer evaluations and enrolled 176 transfer student-athletes. The model was developed through a collaborative partnership among ASA, Transfer Admissions and Engagement and campus stakeholders.
Can ‘body doubling’ really help you focus? Psychologists say maybe. [faculty featured]
WDC TV News
June 24, 2026
Dr. Will Canu, professor in App State’s Department of Psychology, explores “body doubling” — a focus technique where friends, colleagues or classmates work alongside one another to stay on task or power through difficult work. Canu is a licensed psychologist whose research includes attention-deficit disorders.
North Carolina has rattlesnakes. See how to ID the one you’d most likely spot [faculty featured]
The Charlotte Observer
June 24, 2026
Dr. Matt Estep, professor in App State’s Department of Biology, shares insights on North Carolina rattlesnakes and his recent research on the diversity of timber rattlesnakes across the state, as well as the significant role they play in the ecosystem.
App State Chancellor’s Innovation Scholars aim to boost Western NC cybersecurity, trades workforce
June 23, 2026
From securing small businesses against cyberthreats to building a resilient workforce, App State’s 2026 Chancellor’s Innovation Scholars awards are funding two vital faculty-led projects to support the skilled building trades in Western North Carolina and launch a cybersecurity clinic in Hickory.
App State’s Sheryl Oring documents national, international perspectives on independence
‘Spirit of Independence’ is one of several initiatives honoring America’s 250th anniversary
June 22, 2026
What does independence mean to you? This question is at the heart of “Spirit of Independence” — an interactive performance by App State department chair Sheryl Oring honoring America’s 250th anniversary. To date, the project has archived perspectives from more than 300 national and international participants.
$2.27 billion in statewide energy savings reported at App State’s Appalachian Energy Summit
App State utility savings surpass $100 million since 2002–03
June 18, 2026
At App State’s 2026 Appalachian Energy Summit, state officials announced the UNC System and its partners have avoided $2.27 billion in energy costs since 2002. App State’s portion of these savings was $81.1 million, and the university reduced its energy use per square foot by 51%, surpassing the state’s 2025 goal of 40% for a second consecutive year.
NC’s outdoor recreation economy heats up, plus tips on exploring outside and staying safe this summer [faculty featured]
WFAE
June 17, 2026
Dr. Ash Morgan, professor in App State's Department of Economics, joined a panel of experts to discuss the economic impact of North Carolina's outdoor recreation industry, along with advice for exploring the outdoors safely and responsibly. Morgan directs App State's Center for Economic Research and Policy Analysis, and his research interests include environmental economics and natural resource economics.
Inspiring future innovators: 400+ middle, high school students explore career paths at App State STEAM Expo
June 3, 2026
Over 400 middle and high school students took part in App State’s STEAM Expo this spring, exploring science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics through hands-on learning and interactive engagement with App State faculty and students. The annual event helps students connect classroom concepts to future academic and career possibilities.
Dr. Harvey R. Durham remembered for decades of leadership at App State
Durham, a former acting chancellor, provost and faculty member, died May 15
May 22, 2026
Dr. Harvey R. Durham, a former acting chancellor, provost and faculty member at App State, died on Friday, May 15, at the age of 88. Durham spent nearly 40 years at the university, including as chief academic officer for 24 years, before retiring in 2004.
The deadly 1996 plane downing at the heart of Raúl Castro's indictment [faculty featured]
ABC News (Australia)
May 20, 2026
Dr. Joseph Gonzalez, associate professor in App State’s Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, discusses the U.S. indictment of former Cuban president Raúl Castro on murder charges tied to the 1996 downing of two civilian planes. An expert on Cuba–U.S. relations, he explains why the United States is acting now, three decades after the alleged offenses.
From the field to the fridge: $1.82M NCInnovation grant supports sweetpotato startup at App State
The Rootsii project will turn surplus crops into plant-based foods, opening a new market for NC farmers
May 15, 2026
App State researchers Dr. Brett Taubman and Daniel Parker have secured a $1.82 million NCInnovation grant to turn surplus NC sweetpotatoes into a plant-based milk product line — the first of its kind in the world. Their Rootsii startup tackles agricultural waste while providing 1,800 hours of hands-on research for student innovators.
Oral history project from 1977 connects App State, Core Sound [faculty and alumni featured]
Coastal Review
May 14, 2026
A 1977 App State oral history trip to Carteret County has been rediscovered through archival and digitization work led by App State alumnus Shannon Adams ’93 and oral historian Mark Coltrain. The materials are being preserved and made accessible at the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center, reconnecting App State’s research with coastal North Carolina history.
A record 4,300+ App State graduates are ready for what’s next
Country music star and Mountaineer Luke Combs awarded honorary degree
May 12, 2026
More than 4,300 App State graduates — the largest class in university history — were honored during seven Spring 2026 Commencement ceremonies held May 7–9 on the Boone campus. Country music star and Mountaineer Luke Combs received an honorary degree recognizing his music industry achievements and commitment to service and community support across North Carolina.
Record 240 student innovators take center stage at App State’s 29th annual research and creativity showcase
May 7, 2026
A record 240 Mountaineer students showcased their innovation at App State’s 29th Annual Celebration of Research and Creative Endeavors. The event’s poster and oral presentations explored Hurricane Helene’s effects, new construction methods, music therapy for individuals with autism and more.
App State honors 8 faculty and staff with Sywassink Awards for Excellence
New to this year’s awards — the Sywassink Legacy of Excellence Award
May 5, 2026
App State’s Walker College of Business awarded eight faculty and staff members with this year’s Sywassink Awards for Excellence, honoring teaching, research and service. The awards included the inaugural Sywassink Legacy of Excellence Award, recognizing a lifetime of extraordinary impact.
Appalachian State Giving Day raises over $2.8M to support students, scholarships and vital programs
The annual event broke fundraising and participation records, with 3,500+ supporters
May 1, 2026
Appalachian State Giving Day raised more than $2.8 million in support of programs and initiatives across the university — a new fundraising record for the university. This year’s event also broke records for participation, with over 3,600 Mountaineers and friends of App State making contributions that support academics, athletics and the arts.