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College to Career — new course at Appalachian prepares students for what’s next
Dec. 3, 2018
Students in the course will have the opportunity to improve their writing, networking, interviewing and financial literacy skills, as well as learn the importance of their social media presence.
App State Wins First Sun Belt Title Game
Appalachian State Mountaineers
Dec. 1, 2018
Hosting the first Sun Belt Conference Championship Game, App State won 30-19 against Louisiana to claim its third straight league title and earn an automatic bid to face a Conference USA team in the R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl on Dec. 15.
Appalachian’s 2018 Top of the Rock — a support system for many
Dec. 1, 2018
Each year, Appalachian’s Top of the Rock recipient is recognized for his or her outstanding achievements and contributions to the success of others. Rachel Gallardo, the 2018 recipient, is more than deserving of the honor.
Meet Murilo Artese, comedian and Appalachian Student Ambassador
Nov. 30, 2018
Artese, from São Paulo, Brazil, is a member of the NouN Improv Comedy Troupe and Appalachian Student Ambassadors, as well as International Appalachian (INTAPP) and the Student Orientation Undergraduate Leader (SOUL) program.
Awards for Thomas, Satterfield Headline All-Sun Belt Honors
Nov. 29, 2018
Highlighted by quarterback Zac Thomas being named Sun Belt Offensive Player of the Year, Scott Satterfield being named Sun Belt Coach of the Year and the program's 16 all-conference selections including six All-Sun Belt first-team picks, Appalachian State fared well as the league announced its 2018 awards Thursday.
NSF funds Appalachian research of ‘Changing Glacier Dynamics at Athabasca Glacier’
Nov. 20, 2018
Appalachian’s Dr. William Armstrong, along with geology majors Hannah Field and Anthony Hengst, will travel to the Athabasca Glacier in Jasper National Park to study the glacier’s basal motion.
Appalachian student wins prestigious furniture industry award
Nov. 19, 2018
Ryan Decker, a senior industrial design major with a concentration in furniture design, received a Pinnacle Award from the International Society of Furniture Designers for his cabinet design titled “Warden of Wallop Park.”
ASU Student Receives American Red Cross’ Highest Award
GoBlueRidge.net
Nov. 15, 2018
An Appalachian State University student’s action performing CPR on an unresponsive classmate this February has earned her the American Red Cross’ highest award, the Certificate of Merit. Amanda Buffa, a senior special education major from New Bern, received the award during a ceremony Monday, Nov. 12, in the Plemmons Student Union Solarium on campus.
Appalachian announces winners and runners-up of 2018 International Education Week Photo Contest
Nov. 15, 2018
From the mountains of the Scottish Highlands to a “Curious Lion” in Zimbabwe, the winning and runner-up photos in the 2018 IEW Photo Contest explore the world through the eyes of Appalachian faculty, staff and students.
Sound the Alarm — It can save a life
Avery Journal
Nov. 14, 2018
The American Red Cross, Appalachian State University students and representatives of the Boone Fire Department teamed up with the goal of visiting 167 households in two mobile home communities. They were to install free, 10-year life smoke alarms. Toys and disaster activity books were also distributed to the children.
Appalachian student receives American Red Cross’ highest award
Nov. 13, 2018
For senior Amanda Buffa, her February day of class in Appalachian’s Reich College of Education started out as normal. Then, when one of her classmates collapsed and became unresponsive, her CPR skills were put to the test.
The Appalachian Community has strong military connections and support for student veterans
Nov. 9, 2018
As Veterans Day approaches, we take a look at the Appalachian Community’s connection with the military and its support for student veterans.
App State student whips up new macaron business
Watauga Democrat
Nov. 9, 2018
A 21-year-old Appalachian State University student found a way to turn a stress-relieving hobby into a business in the area. Nina Halas, originally of Weddington, launched her new business Boone N’ Batter LLC in February with the help of the university’s Transportation Insight Center for Entrepreneurship.
Women’s athletics at Appalachian — 50 years strong, the heart beats on
Nov. 8, 2018
Many things have evolved with Appalachian women’s athletics over the years, but the passions of the athletes haven’t changed.
Military couple pursues degrees together in Beaver College of Health Sciences
Nov. 8, 2018
Dylan Harris and Alexandra Stivers, both Navy veterans, are majoring in the health sciences: Harris in nutrition and foods, and Stivers in nursing.
Former U.S. Marine Becca Ryan says she’s glad she chose Appalachian
Nov. 7, 2018
The global studies major recommends Appalachian to other veterans, based on her personal experience and Appalachian’s national recognition as a Military Friendly® School.
Special Olympics Watauga County Expo — Appalachian State University students lend a hand
Nov. 5, 2018
Appalachian student and alumni volunteers help make the Special Olympics Watauga County Sports Expo a win.
Dave by the Bell: Tales from the AppalCart pt. 2
Oct. 31, 2018
From forsaken bags of spaghetti to the curse of the AppalCart, the latest #DBTB is not for the faint of heart. Perfect listening for your next trip to Walmart.