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Grains of sand hold clues to the history of Alaska’s glaciers
Dec. 10, 2015
Show most people a core sample from the ocean floor and they only see mud. Ellen Cowan sees a ribbon of time dating back 1 million years or more. Since 2013, Cowan, a geology professor at Appalachian State University, has been part of an international team of scientists studying climate change and earth systems in the Gulf of Alaska. Their work with the Integrated Ocean Drilling Program is supported in part by the National Science Foundation.
AppX: The App State Bucket List
Dec. 9, 2015
What every App Student must do before graduation.
Take a Break with the Chancellor
Dec. 3, 2015
BOONE—Grab a friend and “Take a Break with the Chancellor” on Tuesday, Dec. 8, at 4 p.m. in the atrium of Belk Library and Information Commons. Free snacks, coffee and tea will be provided. The event with Chancellor Sheri N. Everts and college deans is one of several activities that are part of Belk Library’s Library Cares week Dec. 6-9, an opportunity for students to achieve balance, relaxation and success during exam week.
More than 1,700 students will receive an Appalachian diploma Dec. 12
Dec. 2, 2015
BOONE—Appalachian State University diplomas will be awarded this month to 1,321 undergraduates who will complete their degree requirements in December, and 407 graduate students who completed degree requirements in either August or December.
Annual Holiday Scholarship Concert presented Dec. 4 at Appalachian
Dec. 1, 2015
BOONE—The Hayes School of Music presents its annual Holiday Scholarship Concert Dec. 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts at Appalachian State University. Admission is $10. Tickets are available at the Schaefer Center or by calling 800-841-2787 or 828-262-4046.
Appalachian offers variety of options for meditation and well-being as semester ends
Dec. 1, 2015
BOONE—As final exams for fall semester near, Appalachian State University offers a variety of options for maintaining well-being. Appalachian’s Rich Mountain Meditation Room in Plemmons Student Union has been remodeled to better serve students, faculty and staff looking for a quiet respite from their busy lives. It is located on the third floor of Plemmons Student Union and is available for prayer, meditation or small group spiritual gatherings.
Student industrial designers thrive at Appalachian
Nov. 25, 2015
BOONE—End-of-semester projects in the industrial design program at Appalachian State University have names like Flow, Sip and Sprout, Cinnaway and Hollo Band. The work of senior students in the product design studio is a culmination of their experiences in the product design concentration within the Department of Applied Design’s industrial design program.
Appalachian’s sustainability initiatives recognized in Washington, D.C.
Nov. 20, 2015
BOONE—Appalachian State University was one of 38 institutions of higher learning invited to participate in the American Campuses Act on Climate Roundtable Nov. 19 at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building in Washington, D.C. The event was hosted by the White House Council on Environmental Quality.
Students participate in the 11th Annual SNCURCS research event
Nov. 20, 2015
BOONE—A total of 146 undergraduate students and faculty from Appalachian State University attended the 11th Annual State of North Carolina Undergraduate Research and Creativity Symposium at High Point University Nov. 14.
International education is key to preparing global citizens
Nov. 18, 2015
BOONE—The internationalization of higher education has become an imperative, according to the associate vice chancellor for international education at Appalachian State University. Speaking at a luncheon during International Education Week on campus, Jesse Lutabingwa said providing global learning opportunities has become part of the university’s fabric.
Student shares love of dinosaurs
Nov. 18, 2015
BOONE—Senior geology major Haviv Avrahami was a winner on two counts at the recent 75th annual meeting of the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology held in Dallas.
Harris honored for promoting international opportunities for students
Nov. 18, 2015
BOONE—Professor Al Harris from Appalachian State University’s Department of Computer Information Systems and Supply Chain Management has received the Walker College of Business’s Lifetime Achievement Award for devoting his career to providing students with international opportunities.
Masters' Matter — Appalachian State University Grad School ad 2015
Nov. 16, 2015
Go for it! On campus, online or distance.
Appalachian State University student media receives awards at national convention
Nov. 12, 2015
Members of the student media outlets The Appalachian and The Peel Literature & Arts Review at Appalachian State University received nine awards at the fall 2015 National College Media Convention in Austin, Texas, held Oct. 28 through Nov. 1.
FADE, a dance showcase for all ages, to be presented Nov. 18-21
Nov. 9, 2015
FADE is an original production of seven dance pieces newly choreographed by students and faculty, and performed by university students.
Forbidden and unrequited love featured in a performance of opera scenes Nov. 13-14
Nov. 9, 2015
The opera theatre is directed by John Fowler from the Hayes School of Music. The theme of the evening, “A Woman Scorned and Other Clichés,” features scenes from 10 well-known operas, from “Don Giovanni” to “Falstaff” and “La Boheme.”
Appalachian senior honored for community service
Nov. 9, 2015
Appalachian State University senior Kelsey Trevethan has been recognized for outstanding leadership and service by North Carolina Campus Compact, a statewide network of colleges and universities with a shared commitment to community engagement.
Appalachian Treble Choir performs Nov. 18
Nov. 9, 2015
The choir is directed by Dr. Priscilla Porterfield. Jonathan Asbell is the accompanist.