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Everhart to chair new department in the College of Fine and Applied Arts
May 14, 2015
Chad Everhart, associate professor and program coordinator of building science, has been named chairman of the newly created Department of Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment in Appalachian State University’s College of Fine and Applied Arts.
University members help with earthquake relief in Nepal
May 13, 2015
A faculty member and graduate student from Appalachian State University in partnership with the Boone-based, non-profit agency Wine To Water are helping provide clean water to earthquake victims in Nepal.
Appalachian State validates non-invasive method to measure muscle glycogen
May 12, 2015
Researchers in exercise and sports science can put away their biopsy needles. The Appalachian State University Human Performance Laboratory at the NC Research Campus (NCRC) in Kannapolis has validated the use of ultrasound technology to measure muscle glycogen.
Anastasiou appointed executive director of Appalachian’s Office of International Education and Development
May 11, 2015
Dr. Maria Anastasiou has been named executive director of the Office of International Education and Development (OIED) at Appalachian State University.
Stanley receives Durham Freshman Advocate Award
May 6, 2015
Jan P. Stanley, director of the James Center for Appalachian Educators in Appalachian State University’s Reich College of Education, has received the Harvey R. Durham Freshman Advocate Award for 2015.
A tree grows for Mary
May 4, 2015
Student members of Tri Beta Biology Honors Society and the Department of Biology at Appalachian State University have planted two trees on campus in honor of their former biology professor, Dr. Mary Connell. Connell, who taught at Appalachian, died unexpectedly in December 2014.
Gibbard and Hester recognized for excellence in student advising and mentoring
April 29, 2015
Two individuals who exemplify outstanding student advising at Appalachian State University are Bob Gibbard and Dr. Brooke Hester, co-winners of University College’s Excellence in Student Advising and Mentoring Award for 2015.
West receives Excellence in Community Engagement Award
April 29, 2015
Dr. Stephanie West has received the Excellence in Community Engagement Award from University College at Appalachian. The award recognizes a faculty or staff member who participates actively in the local community and encourages students to engage with local communities and organizations as well.
Hudnall and Keeter honored for excellence in teaching in Appalachian’s general education program
April 28, 2015
Amy Hudnall and Rebecca Keeter have been honored for their exemplary teaching in Appalachian State University’s general education program.
Conway and Pope honored by Appalachian’s University College
April 28, 2015
Two lecturers in the Department of English at Appalachian State University have been honored by University College and its general education program for their teaching and work with undergraduate students.
Warner to chair Appalachian’s Department of Theatre and Dance
April 23, 2015
Kevin Warner currently is associate professor and chair of the Department of Dance at The State University of New York College at Brockport.
Faculty restructure biology curriculum for science and non-science majors
April 21, 2015
Changes to modernize the biology curriculum and address a variety of learners has resulted in a restructuring of the four-year biology curriculum at Appalachian State University, starting with the introductory courses.
Still Point receives official recognition as new faculty/staff organization
April 20, 2015
The purpose of Still Point is to create opportunities for contemplative inquiry and the exploration of contemplative practice, pedagogy and research in diverse forms.
Everts installed as Appalachian’s seventh chancellor
April 17, 2015
The University of North Carolina System President Thomas W. Ross presided over the installation of Everts saying, “There is not a doubt in my mind that Sheri Everts is the right person to lead Appalachian State University today and in the years ahead.”
Founding director of new Office of Research Consultation named
April 16, 2015
Shawn Bergman has been named the first university data and statistical analysis consultant for the newly created Office of Research Consultation at Appalachian State University.
Campus Forum April 20 to address “Whose State Is This?”
April 13, 2015
The forum is organized by the Appalachian State University Chapter of the American Association of University Professors. It is intended to provide information and encourage discussion about the major changes that the University of North Carolina system could face in the near future.
Appalachian professors honored for excellence in teaching
April 8, 2015
Six professors at Appalachian State University have been honored for their teaching: Catherine Fountain, Dr. Shawn Bergman, Dr. Kevin Zwetsloot, Dr. James Stokes, Dr. Christopher Bartel and Dr. Kristina Groover.
Appalachian professors to participate in the 2015 i3@UNC workshop
April 3, 2015
Two Appalachian State University professors have been chosen to participate in the second annual Instructional Innovation Incubator (i3@UNC) to be held this year at UNC Wilmington.