Fine and Applied Arts

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CFAA students acknowledged on spring 2026 academic honors lists May 19, 2026

The College of Fine and Applied Arts at Appalachian State University is pleased to announce the students who have earned academic honors for the recent semester.

Fine and Applied Arts
Marianne Adams retirement

Marianne Adams, Theatre and Dance, Retires After 44 Years May 13, 2026

We bid a fond farewell to Marianne Adams. Marianne has been teaching at Appalachian since 1982.

Fine and Applied Arts, Theatre and Dance
Richard Prisco 2026

Richard Prisco, Professor of Industrial Design, Retires After 16 Years at App State May 12, 2026

Since joining Appalachian State University in 2010, Professor Richard Prisco has guided the furniture concentration of Industrial Design with... Applied Design, Fine and Applied Arts

ROTC Commissioning 2025

Twelve Mountaineer Battalion Cadets to Commission as U.S. Army Officers Apr 30, 2026

Twelve senior cadets from Appalachian State University’s Mountaineer Battalion will take the oath of office and commission as second lieuten

Military Science and Leadership, Fine and Applied Arts
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Behind the Seams: Four Seniors Bring Vision and Voice to Showcase 2026 Apr 24, 2026

Every spring, a fashion runway is built inside the Holmes Convocation Center and it transforms into a place where Apparel Design &... Fine and Applied Arts, Applied Design

Arianna Bennett

Senior Spotlight: Arianna Bennett, a double major, a creator, and compassionate leader Apr 23, 2026

As she prepares to graduate from Appalachian State University, Arianna Bennett leaves behind a legacy defined by creativity, leadership, and an... Communication, Fine and Applied Arts

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100 Strong Productions Film Festival – App State Electronic Media /Broadcasting Student Representation Apr 23, 2026

Two Appalachian State University filmmakers are preparing to see their work reach a wider audience this spring, as their documentary shorts have... Communication, Fine and Applied Arts