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To salt or not to salt
Feb. 14, 2017
There is a compromise between protecting the water supply and keeping the population safe, scientists say.
Student leader creates mentorship, leadership opportunities for women in computer science
Feb. 13, 2017
Sarah Mbiki is an advocate for the role academic and professional student clubs play in the Appalachian State University experience. The senior computer science major credits her experience in the Women in Computer Science club for providing her with support and mentorship opportunities as she completes a challenging major and prepares for work in a field that is traditionally male-dominated.
The North Carolina Theatre Conference to honor Appalachian with its College/University Award
Feb. 9, 2017
The award’s citation recognizes Appalachian’s theatre program for its commitment to fostering future artists, educators and arts supporters.
Appalachian graduate assistant advances bike-friendly campus, is instrumental in earning Bike Friendly University Award℠
Feb. 8, 2017
Appalachian Outdoor Programs graduate assistant Chris Bartram's lifelong love and advocacy for cycling played a large part in Appalachian earning a bronze Bike Friendly University (BFU℠) award from the League of American Bicyclists in November 2016.
New portable TV studio helps Appalachian students develop industry standard broadcast skills
Feb. 6, 2017
Using a recently purchased portable studio, AppTV Chief Engineer and Production Manager Rob Gelber is partnering with campus organizations to ensure budding broadcast journalists have ample opportunity to learn outside the classroom.
Appalachian’s MLK Challenge engages 200 students, helps 23 local charitable organizations
Jan. 30, 2017
Appalachian students give over 1,200 combined hours of local community service in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King’s life and legacy.
Photos from MLK Challenge 2017
Jan. 30, 2017
Appalachian State University students gave over 1,200 combined hours of local community service in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King’s life and legacy during the MLK Challenge held Jan. 21. A total of 23 charitable organizations in the Boone area were served. All Photos by Marie Freeman
Six Appalachian students awarded the Generation Study Abroad Scholarship
Jan. 23, 2017
Six Appalachian students received a $2,500 scholarship to study abroad through the Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Generation Study Abroad™ initiative.
Appalachian students a major presence during the 12th Annual State of North Carolina Undergraduate Research and Creativity Symposium
Jan. 10, 2017
According to information supplied by the Office of Student Research (OSR), Appalachian and N.C. State University hosted the largest number of undergraduate research presentations at the symposium – 60 each.
Appalachian’s Theatre and Therapy Project
Pilot study shows promise in improving speech/language skills for young people with autism and intellectual disabilities
Jan. 4, 2017
A Theatre and Therapy Project shows promise in improving speech/language skills for young people with autism and intellectual disabilities.
Appalachian students benefit from assisting in Theatre and Therapy Project for young adults
Jan. 4, 2017
Appalachian students benefit from assisting in Theatre and Therapy Project for young adults.
‘Stages of Success’
Jan. 4, 2017
Watch segments of “Stages of Success: The Power of Performance,” presented by participants in a research study on the use of theatre as therapy for 15- to 25-year-olds with moderate to severe communication impairments.
Appalachian students and faculty partner with UNC Asheville to research threatened plant species
Jan. 3, 2017
Appalachian’s student and faculty researchers partner with UNC Asheville to investigate a threatened plant species called Spiraea virginiana.
Appalachian’s Morgan Batley wins national design award
Dec. 21, 2016
Morgan Batley, a senior graphic arts and imaging technology major from Mooresville, won a top prize in the 2016 Student Packaging Design Competition of the AICC, the Independent Packaging Association.
Appalachian State University named to Victory Media’s 2017 Military Friendly® Schools list
Dec. 20, 2016
The designation means that Appalachian is among those colleges, universities and trade schools in the country that are doing the most to embrace America’s military service members, veterans and spouses as students and ensure their success on campus. It has been awarded to Appalachian every year since 2010.
Computer science students at Appalachian State University gain experience, regional culture benefits
Dec. 20, 2016
About 75 students within Appalachian State University’s Department of Computer Science enhanced the operations of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Music Center this past semester by creating a web-based management system.
Fall 2016 Commencement: Appalachian graduates encouraged to serve their communities
Dec. 14, 2016
A total of 1,396 students received degrees during Appalachian State University’s Fall 2016 commencement.
Fall 2016 commencement photos
Dec. 14, 2016
See photos from Appalachian State University’s December 2016 Commencement ceremonies.