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  • Appalachian continues carbon emission reporting for global solutions
    Appalachian continues carbon emission reporting for global solutions
    April 24, 2019

    The carbon emissions data set formally maintained by the Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s Carbon Dioxide Information Analysis Center has received new life at Appalachian through a cross-campus collaboration.

  • Dr. Alexandra Sterling-Hellenbrand awarded Fulbright to teach interdisciplinary courses in Austria
    Dr. Alexandra Sterling-Hellenbrand awarded Fulbright to teach interdisciplinary courses in Austria
    April 23, 2019

    Sterling-Hellenbrand, professor of German and global studies in Appalachian’s Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures, will serve as the Fulbright Visiting Professor of Cultural Studies at the University of Graz in Austria in spring 2020.

  • Dr. Leonardo Flores named chair of Appalachian’s Department of English
    Dr. Leonardo Flores named chair of Appalachian’s Department of English
    April 12, 2019

    Flores joins Appalachian from the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez, where he has served as interim director of English since 2017. He will assume his new position as chair of Appalachian’s English department in July.

  • Young excellence
    Young excellence

    Boone Chamber of Commerce presents third annual 4 Under 40 awards

    Watauga Democrat
    April 11, 2019

    Four emerging leaders and a trusted advocate for young professionals were honored during the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 awards luncheon on Wednesday, April 10, at Harvest House of Boone.

  • Michelle Melton named winner of Staff Shout Out program’s March drawing
    Michelle Melton named winner of Staff Shout Out program’s March drawing
    April 10, 2019

    Michelle Melton, web developer/programmer in Appalachian’s Center for Academic Excellence, said receiving her Staff Shout Out was a “pleasant surprise” — “I truly look forward to coming to work every day.”

  • Dr. Dana E. Powell awarded 2019–20 Cornell University SOH Fellowship
    Dr. Dana E. Powell awarded 2019–20 Cornell University SOH Fellowship
    April 8, 2019

    Powell, assistant professor in Appalachian’s Department of Anthropology, is one of only seven scholars in the U.S. and Canada selected by the Cornell University Society for the Humanities (SOH) as 2019–20 Fellows.

  • Appalachian’s Walk to Defeat ALS nearly doubles fundraising goal
    Appalachian’s Walk to Defeat ALS nearly doubles fundraising goal
    April 4, 2019

    More than 500 participants took part in the inaugural event organized to honor Dr. Dane Ward, dean of libraries at Appalachian, who was diagnosed with ALS in October 2017.

  • WBI title caps emotional ride for App State players and coaches
    WBI title caps emotional ride for App State players and coaches
    Appalachian State Mountaineers
    April 3, 2019

    App State's 76-59 victory against North Texas in front of a record-breaking home crowd capped a WBI Championship run that was meaningful for the Mountaineers' head coach, team and program.

  • Don’t be an April Fool for ‘fake news’
    Don’t be an April Fool for ‘fake news’

    Appalachian communication professor Dr. Andrew Davis shares tips on how to discern fact from fiction in a world of increasing misinformation

    April 2, 2019

    Appalachian’s Dr. Andrew Davis shares tips on how to distinguish fake news from credible news media communications.

  • Kristian Jackson connects humans and the environment — by building trails and a legacy
    Kristian Jackson connects humans and the environment — by building trails and a legacy
    April 2, 2019

    The senior lecturer in the Department of Recreation Management and Physical Education taps into his passion for mountain biking to teach students while enriching the community.

  • AppTV show ‘Religion in Life’ recognized with RCC Wilbur Award
    AppTV show ‘Religion in Life’ recognized with RCC Wilbur Award
    March 26, 2019

    The Religion Communicators Council (RCC) recognized “Religion in Life” host Dr. Ozzie Ostwalt, professor of philosophy and religion at Appalachian, for the episode in which Ostwalt interviews Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.

  • Winners announced for 2019 Chancellor’s Innovation Scholars Program
    Winners announced for 2019 Chancellor’s Innovation Scholars Program
    March 21, 2019

    The winning teams earned awards up to $10,000 each from the Office of the Chancellor and Division of Academic Affairs.

  • Once a picky eater, always a picky eater?
    Once a picky eater, always a picky eater?

    Research by Appalachian alumnus and professor finds picky eating may extend well beyond childhood

    March 20, 2019

    The article, co-authored by Appalachian alumnus Jordan Ellis ’15, psychology professor Dr. Amy Galloway and others, is featured in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity (IJBNPA).

  • The case for resiliency
    The case for resiliency

    Appalachian biology professor Dr. Shea Tuberty and former FEMA Administrator Brock Long discuss how developing a culture of preparedness fosters resiliency

    March 19, 2019

    From the national level to the borders of Appalachian’s campus, prioritizing resilience measures is critical, say former FEMA Administrator Brock Long ’97 ’99 and Appalachian biology professor Dr. Shea Tuberty.

  • Good news for the Smokies — Appalachian researcher cites air quality improvements
    Good news for the Smokies — Appalachian researcher cites air quality improvements
    March 19, 2019

    New research led by Appalachian State University’s Dr. Howard Neufeld reveals ozone has dropped over the past several years to its lowest levels in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

  • Triangle Community Foundation awards continued support for Luther H. Hodges biography
    Triangle Community Foundation awards continued support for Luther H. Hodges biography
    March 18, 2019

    The additional Triangle Community Foundation funding will support Campbell, associate professor of history at Appalachian, as he continues his biography project on “one of North Carolina’s most important political and economic leaders” — Luther H. Hodges.

  • From the Appalachians to the Andes
    From the Appalachians to the Andes

    A Peru study abroad becomes a metaphor for the Appalachian Experience

    March 15, 2019

    In summer 2018, two groups of students, led by Appalachian professors, trekked the highest peaks of Peru and explored the Amazon rainforest, sharing sustainability practices and conducting critical climate research along the way.

  • Climbing into thin air for climate research
    Climbing into thin air for climate research

    A faculty-led study abroad in Peru supports NSF experiments and student learning

    March 15, 2019

    Appalachian students joined Dr. Baker Perry, one of the top experts in his field, to climb mountains and traverse glaciers in Peru, all while participating in climate research projects that may impact the world.

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