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Appalachian offers Koru Mindfulness classes to build resiliency
Aug. 30, 2016
Learn about the Koru Mindfulness Curriculum classes being offered by Appalachian’s Wellness and Prevention Services, beginning Fall 2016.
Banking Professor honored by community and university; Davis shares vision and thoughts about Appalachian, the High Country and the world
Aug. 29, 2016
Dr. Harry M. Davis, professor of finance and past chair of the Department of Finance, Banking and Insurance at Appalachian, shared some thoughts about the economy, globalization, education and his personal accomplishments.
Michael McNally named director of North Carolina Center for Engineering Technologies
Aug. 26, 2016
The center’s 55,000 square-foot facility, located in Hickory, provides facilities for applied research in engineering-related fields and serves as a conduit to baccalaureate education delivered by institutions in the the University of North Carolina system.
27th Annual Walk for Awareness slated for Aug. 30 at Appalachian State University
Aug. 26, 2016
The annual Walk for Awareness is a silent walk through the Appalachian State University campus to commemorate lives lost to violence.
Geography Professor Sugg receives award for continued research on her North Carolina heat-health vulnerability tool
Aug. 26, 2016
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has awarded $10,356 to Dr. Margaret Sugg, a professor in Appalachian’s Department of Geography and Planning.
What leadership is saying about the 5th Annual Appalachian Energy Summit
July 25, 2016
Sponsors and leaders share their thoughts on the 5th Annual Appalachian Energy Summit at Appalachian State University.
At $16.2 million, Office of Research surpasses 2019 strategic plan goal for external funding
July 18, 2016
At the close of the 2016 fiscal year, Appalachian State University’s Office of Research (OR) reported receiving more than $15 million in external funding – grants from government, non-profit agencies, business and industry — which surpassed a goal set in the university’s 2014 – 2019 Strategic Plan to increase grant funding to $15 million by the year 2019.
Raichle named interim chair of the Department of Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment
July 15, 2016
Dr. Brian Raichle, who had been assistant chair and professor in the department, replaces Chad Everhart.
Walker College of Business faculty awarded professorships
July 12, 2016
Walker College of Business faculty Pete Groothuis, William M. Baker, Chris McNeil, Pia Albinsson, Dana Clark, Dave McEvoy and Joseph Cazier have been awarded professorships at Appalachian State University.
Forte named vice chancellor for business affairs at Appalachian
June 30, 2016
Following a national search, Paul Forte has been named vice chancellor for business affairs at Appalachian State University.
Groundbreaking ceremony for Beaver College of Health Sciences marks more than 10 years of planning; funding possible through Connect NC bond
June 29, 2016
A new building, funded by the Connect NC bond and located on State Farm Road, will soon be a reality for Appalachian’s Beaver College of Health Sciences.
Five individuals receive Walker College of Business’s 2016 Sywassink Award for Excellence
June 28, 2016
The awards are made possible by a contribution from G.A. Sywassink, CEO of Standard Holding Company of Charlotte, a former member of Appalachian’s Board of Trustees and a current member of the UNC Board of Governors.
Rheingans named chair of Sustainable Development at Appalachian
June 8, 2016
Dr. Richard D. Rheingans will chair the Appalachian State University Goodnight Family Department of Sustainable Development beginning in July.
Documentary ‘After Coal’ premieres in U.S. and United Kingdom film festivals
May 18, 2016
“After Coal,” a feature-length film created through Appalachian State University’s Center for Appalachian Studies, premiers on two continents this spring. The film profiles inspiring individuals who are building a new future in the coalfields of central Appalachia and South Wales.
More than 200 Appalachian and community volunteers help Children’s Playhouse’s BuildFest
May 18, 2016
Organizations and individuals from both Appalachian and the Boone community served as activity partners by sponsoring and running various STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) activities throughout the day.
Appalachian educators receive awards for work in University College, General Education
May 16, 2016
Seven Appalachian State University faculty and staff members were honored for their dedication to the betterment of Appalachian’s general education program at the annual University College/General Education awards ceremony.
Dr. Heather Hulburt Norris named dean of the Walker College of Business
May 13, 2016
Dr. Heather Hulburt Norris has been named dean of Appalachian State University’s Walker College of Business after a national search. She begins her duties July 1, 2016.
New deans named in two colleges at Appalachian
May 12, 2016
Two individuals have been selected for dean positions at Appalachian State University, beginning July 1. They are Phyllis Kloda, College of Fine and Applied Arts and Dr. Melba Spooner, Reich College of Education.