Sustainable Development

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New Frontiers for App State’s Frontline-to-Farm Initiative Jun 5, 2026

Appalachian State University’s Frontline-to-Farm program is entering a new phase of growth as interdisciplinary collaborations offer opportunities to strengthen support for military veterans

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Dr. Laird Christensen in Scotland - Reimagining Adaptive Sustainability Curriculum May 29, 2026

While traveling to Scotland this Spring to attend the Steps Change toward Sustainability Conference in Perth, Dr.

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App State Senior Turns Classroom Knowledge Into a Thriving Family Farm May 18, 2026

For Appalachian State University graduate Caden Cable, earning a degree in Sustainable Development with a concentration in Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture wasn't just an academic milestone... Sustainable Development

Sustainable Development student Justin Marks

‘Active citizenship’: How an App State sustainable development major hopes to save the world Apr 17, 2021

Justin Marks, a senior at Appalachian State University, recently announced on national television he wants to “save the world.”

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College Recognizes Outstanding Faculty and Staff Contributions During 2020 Awards Sep 18, 2020

Appalachian State University’s College of Fine and Applied Arts recognized its 2020 outstanding faculty and staff at the college’s ann

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Aaron Bradshaw

Graduate Student Speaker Aaron Bradshaw May 14, 2020

My name is Aaron Bradshaw and I grew up in Greenville, North Carolina.

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Tour the Farm on Oct. 5

Chickens, Cider and More! Sep 23, 2019

Join Us Oct. 5 For Open House at the Farm Sustainable Development
“When Everything Beyond the Walls Is Wild: Being a Woman Outdoors in America” by Lilace Mellin Guignard - Book jacket cover image, photo submitted.

What Happens When Women Hear the Call of the Wild? Sep 19, 2019

“When Everything Beyond the Walls Is Wild: Being a Woman Outdoors in America” with poet and award winning author Lilace Mellin Guignar

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2019 faculty and staff award winners

College Recognizes Outstanding Faculty and Staff with 2019 Awards Aug 16, 2019

The College of Fine and Applied Arts recognized outstanding faculty and staff with 2019 awards for teaching, service, scholarship and advising.... Communication, Sustainable Development, Art, Fine and Applied Arts

Innovation Scholars

Winners announced for 2019 Chancellor’s Innovation Scholars Program Mar 27, 2019

 Four faculty members in the College of Fine and Applied Arts have been named Chancellor's Innovation Scholars for the 2018-19 year.

Art, Sustainable Development, Theatre and Dance
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Expanded partnership increases access to sustainable food on Appalachian’s campus Mar 1, 2019

To grow the campus farm-to-dining hall partnership, expand the amount of local food available to students, faculty and staff, Appalachian State... Sustainable Development, Sustainability Spotlight

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A growing learning community: Climate Stories Collaborative at Appalachian teaches students and faculty alike Feb 28, 2019

Sustainability has long been a core value shared by faculty, staff and students at Appalachian State University.

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