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 dedication and vision.

Applied Design, Fine and Applied Arts
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Twange Kasoma Honored as a 2026 Faculty Champion by the Center for Community News Feb 3, 2026

BOONE, NC — The Center for Community News at the University of Vermont has named Dr.

Communication, Fine and Applied Arts
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Interior Design Senior, Emmy Saltzman, Named Top-Three Finalist in 30th Annual PAVE International Student Design Competition Jan 30, 2026

Appalachian State University Interior Design senior Emmy Saltzman has been named a top-three finalist in the 30th Annual PAVE International... Applied Design, Fine and Applied Arts

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GCM Students Gain Industry Insight at PICA Fall Management Conference Jan 13, 2026

Several students from App State’s Graphic Communications Management program traveled to Hilton Head, SC, Nov.

Art, Fine and Applied Arts
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Celebrating Graduates of the College of Fine and Applied Arts Dec 19, 2025

In the College of Fine and Applied Arts (CFAA), we take immense pride in the remarkable achievements of our students.

Fine and Applied Arts, Communication, Theatre and Dance, Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment