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App State coronavirus information
March 8, 2020
Find Appalachian State University’s latest updates, resources, prevention tips, travel information and more regarding Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
WinterFest provides connection, engagement for App State students in the midst of pandemic
Nov. 25, 2020
Wearing face coverings and safely distanced during WinterFest, students gathered on App State’s Sanford Mall to snack on free food, sip hot cocoa and participate in a variety of games, as well as karaoke and a scavenger hunt.
App State alumnus credits Mountaineer experience for his research success
Nov. 24, 2020
Harrison Esterly ’19 said his undergraduate experience at App State prepared him for success in the field of chemistry. Now a research technician at UNC-Chapel Hill, he is continuing a project he began at App State — one that could yield cost savings for storing and transporting life-saving medications.
Out of cold storage — App State vaccine and drug research could speed delivery, cut costs
Nov. 24, 2020
Recently published research co-authored by three members of the App State Community could yield a more cost-effective storage and delivery method for drugs and vaccines — one that eliminates the need for refrigeration. The new approach would allow life-saving medications to reach those in need sooner.
Free meals for App State faculty, students and staff in need over extended winter break
Nov. 20, 2020
A longer-than-usual winter break during the pandemic and an outpouring of support from the university and community have spurred Campus Dining to offer free, chef-inspired meals to the Appalachian Community from Dec. 11–Jan. 14, 2021.
Tips for staying physically active this winter — advice from App State’s Dr. Rebecca Battista
Nov. 20, 2020
App State’s Dr. Becki Battista offers seven tips for how to stay motivated with an exercise routine this winter. “Even 10-minute bouts sprinkled throughout the day can help,” Battista said.
5 tips from App State’s Dr. Alex F. Howard on how to form a pandemic pod
Nov. 13, 2020
App State’s Dr. Alex F. Howard offers tips on how to select a small group of people to allow for social connectedness while reducing risk of exposure to COVID-19.
Colleges & COVID
WSOC-TV
Oct. 27, 2020
Dave Faherty reports on the decreasing numbers of COVID-19 cases at App State.
App State students use peer-to-peer efforts to help slow the spread of COVID-19
Oct. 26, 2020
App State students emphasize healthy behaviors to their peers through a number of student-led initiatives to help limit the spread of COVID-19.
A closer look at why NC’s nursing homes still face staffing shortages [faculty featured]
WNCN-TV
Oct. 7, 2020
App State’s Dr. Sandi Lane, who teaches health care management in the Beaver College of Health Sciences, discusses staffing shortages in nursing homes before and after COVID-19.
App State encourages campus community to use new COVID-19 contact tracing mobile app
Sep. 24, 2020
App State and AppHealthCare are joining the statewide rollout of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services’ (NCDHHS) COVID-19 contact tracing mobile application.
Maintaining wellness in uncertain times — tips from a public health major and peer educator
Sep. 17, 2020
Appalachian State University student Caroline Pruitt, a public health major and peer educator, works to spread the good news about wellness.
Stroll and learn: Health, Wellness and Safety Walk signs guide students to helpful resources
Sep. 11, 2020
A self-guided Health, Wellness and Safety Walk in early fall helped inform students about resources available to them for their well-being.
#ShowYourLove in the High Country
Sep. 11, 2020
App State partnered with AppHealthCare on the High Country “Show Your Love” public health campaign, which encourages residents and visitors to follow the 3Ws: wear a face covering, wait 6 feet apart and wash your hands often or use hand sanitizer.
Coronavirus cases decrease at Appalachian State University
Spectrum News
Aug. 30, 2020
Appalachian State University has seen a decrease in coronavirus cases despite having in-person classes on campus. Spectrum News interviews first-year students and Student Government Association President Michael Davis.
It’s Boone, it’s beautiful — get outside and get going
Aug. 20, 2020
Exercise? During a pandemic? Appalachian faculty experts and University Recreation staff say yes. In this article, they share how Appalachian Community members can explore the High Country’s many outdoor recreation options to stay healthy and active during COVID-19.
2 App State graduate students among 41 selectees for national counseling fellowship
Aug. 19, 2020
Jessie Butler and Fiona Abrams — both graduate students in Appalachian’s clinical mental health counseling program — are among 41 master’s-level students chosen nationally for the 2020–21 NBCC Minority Fellowship Program for Addictions Counselors. Each will receive $15,000 in funding, along with educational support.
Food trucks, Grubhub and more — App State’s Campus Dining adjusts for COVID-19
Aug. 14, 2020
This fall, as Appalachian manages safety issues around COVID-19, Campus Dining operations will be different.

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