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Appalachian State University professor Joseph Bathanti receives the North Carolina Award for Literature
Sept. 24, 2016
Appalachian’s Joseph Bathanti, professor of creative writing and poet, novelist and essayist, receives the North Carolina Award for Literature.
Dr. Rodney Reynerson to perform piano recital Oct. 6 at Rosen Concert Hall
Sept. 23, 2016
Selections will include Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s “Sonata in D Major, K. 311,” Ludwig van Beethoven’s “Sonata in A-flat Major, Op. 26,” Frédéric Chopin’s “Fantasy in F Minor. Op. 49,” and Franz Liszt’s “Sonetto 104 del Petrarca.”
Appalachian State University to host inaugural conference of Women in Educational Leadership Symposium; Appalachian’s Chancellor Everts to be among the keynote speakers
Sept. 22, 2016
The conference, with a theme called “Advancing the Leader Within: Building Capacity,” will feature keynote addresses by Dr. Sheri N. Everts, Dr. June Atkinson and Dr. Stelfanie Williams.
Duke Faculty Union representative to speak at Appalachian Sept. 29
Sept. 22, 2016
A member of a labor union representing Duke University’s contingent or non-tenure-track faculty will speak on how and why the group started.
Reck receives AAUP Chapter’s Academic Freedom Award
Sept. 19, 2016
Dr. Gregory G. Reck, a professor in the Department of Anthropology at Appalachian State University, has received the 2016 Award for Academic Freedom and Faculty Governance from the university’s chapter of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP).
Renowned poet and veteran to host Sept. 28 writing workshop for veterans and families
Sept. 19, 2016
Dr. Bruce Weigl, renowned poet and Vietnam veteran, Bronze Star winner and finalist for the 2013 Pulitzer Prize in poetry, will lead a workshop titled “Writing Trauma: A Workshop for Veterans and Their Families.”
Hughlene Bostian Frank Visiting Writers Series continues Oct. 6 with Bruce Weigl, distinguished professor of creative writing
Sept. 19, 2016
Weigl is the author, editor, translator or co-translator of over 20 books of poetry, criticism and memoir, including “The Abundance of Nothing” (2012), which was a finalist for the 2013 Pulitzer Prize in Poetry, “The Unraveling Strangeness” (2002), “Archeology of the Circle: New and Selected Poems” (1999), “After the Others,” (1999) and “Song of Napalm” (1988).
Fulbright Scholar from Appalachian reflects on political unrest in Ethiopia
Sept. 16, 2016
Does studying abroad change the way we respond to world news? Fulbright Scholar Dr. Vachel Miller reflects on his yearlong experience in Ethiopia as violence embroils his host city.
Dr. Vachel Miller prepares Ethiopia’s educational leaders
Sept. 16, 2016
As a Fulbright Scholar, Appalachian’s Dr. Vachel Miller influenced the training of future educators at Ethiopia’s Bahir Dar University (BDU).
Clarinetist Douglas Miller’s recital held Sept. 20 at Rosen Concert Hall
Sept. 15, 2016
Miller’s recital will include selections originally composed for piano, violin and piano, voice and piano, but transcribed for different instruments: “Tango from Espana” by Spanish pianist Issac Albeniz; “Salut D’ Amour (Love’s Greeting)” by English composer Edward Elgar; and “Aria” by French composer Jacques Ibert.
Chancellor’s Academic Leadership Development Program graduates inaugural class, starts with 10 more participants for 2016-17
Sept. 14, 2016
The Chancellor’s Academic Leadership Development Program graduated its inaugural class of nine participants. A class of 10 more individuals is already underway in 2016-17.
Dr. Sam Formby talks about his new role as WCOB associate dean, and why students should study business at Appalachian
Sept. 14, 2016
As he shifts his focus from classroom instruction to the duties of a university administrator, Formby’s new responsibilities include oversight of budgets, undergraduate curriculum, enrollment management, accreditation activities, and building and facilities support.
Preparing for Appalachian’s future
The Chancellor’s Academic Leadership Development Program graduated its inaugural class of nine participants. A class of 14 more individuals is already underway in 2016-17.
Sept. 14, 2016
The Chancellor’s Academic Leadership Development Program graduated its inaugural class of nine participants. A class of 14 more individuals is already underway in 2016-17.
Reich College of Education Science Seminar Series begins Sept. 15
Sept. 12, 2016
The Reich College of Education at Appalachian State University, through its Math and Science Education Center, will host a Science Seminar Series. Topics range from perpetuating misconceptions as science teachers to changing air quality to using dinosaurs to teach science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Hayes School of Music to showcase faculty in An Evening of Encores on Sept. 13
Sept. 12, 2016
An Evening of Encores features the Hayes School of Music's faculty performing works from an array of composers.
Six faculty excellence award winners recognized
Sept. 9, 2016
Six members of Appalachian State University’s faculty were honored with excellence in teaching awards at the university’s opening meeting for faculty and staff for the fall semester.
Appalachian staff members recognized for dedication, excellence
Sept. 9, 2016
During Appalachian State University’s opening meeting for faculty and staff for the fall semester on Friday, Aug. 26, four members of the university’s staff were recognized with awards recognizing their exemplary service, commitment, collegiality and leadership to the university community.
Everts names special assistant for athletics compliance
Aug. 31, 2016
Bandy’s prior positions include assistant director of academic and membership affairs for the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and assistant athletic director for compliance at the University of Montana.