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Sustainable Development Student Named 2026-27 Chancellor's Scholar
Oct 16, 2026

Sophie Schneider, a Sustainable Development major with a concentration in Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture, has been named a 2026-27 Chancellor's Scholar. Sophie Schneider is the only student from the College of Fine and Applied Arts selected for this year's cohort.

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Semester at Penland Celebrates Five Years of Transforming Appalachian Artists
Oct 13, 2026

Immersive partnership with Penland School of Craft helps students discover their artistic voices, professional pathways, and creative futures

What happens when students leave the traditional classroom and step directly into the world of working artists, professional...

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ADM Students Impress Renowned Designer in HMA Design Challenge
Oct 13, 2026

Students in Appalachian State University’s Apparel Design & Merchandising (ADM) program recently presented their initial concepts for the Hickory Museum of Art/Charles Harbison Design Challenge, earning high praise from acclaimed fashion designer Charles Harbison and Hickory Museum of Art...

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App State receives first major private donation for Wey Hall renovation project
Aug 5, 2024

Appalachian State University has received a $300,000 commitment from Luke Walling, entrepreneur and founder of Temprano Techvestors in Newton,...

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Appalachian State University Supports Sustainable Agriculture Education & Hosts Carolina Meat Conference
Jul 24, 2024

The Carolina Meat Conference is a biennial event that brings together hundreds of attendees from across the nation. Organized by NC Choices, an...

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A Summer of Dramaturgy: Professor Gina Grandi's NYU Experience with Theatre for Young Audiences
Jul 23, 2024

This summer, the historic Provincetown Playhouse at NYU once again buzzed with the creativity and excitement of theatre as Professor Gina Grandi...

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Frontline to Farm Training Completes Another Successful Year
Jul 17, 2024

Manages competition Cost efficiencies Enhanced guest experiences Access to expertise/ perspectives/ lived experiences Sustainability

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Appropriate Technology (now STBE) Celebrates its 40th Anniversary with a Three-Day Event, July 12-14, 2024
Jul 8, 2024

The Appropriate Technology Program at Appalachian State University is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year with a 3-day event (July 12-14)...

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Frontline to Farm Training in Boone for its Third Year
Jun 17, 2024

For three years, Frontline to Farm has brought veterans transitioning from military to sustainable farming to the High Country for training with...

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Bridging Continents: A Shared Design Journey Between Appalachian State University and VSVU
Jun 10, 2024

In an inspiring display of international collaboration, students from Appalachian State University's Industrial Design 3711 Product Studio 2...

2024 Memorial Day

Army Reserve veteran and App State alumna Caitlin Langley lays wreath for university’s Memorial Day commemoration
May 28, 2024

Appalachian State University held its annual Memorial Day commemoration on May 24 to pay tribute to those who died while serving in the U.S....

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Over 4,000 App State grads set to innovate, embrace new challenges and better their communities
May 17, 2024

BOONE, N.C. — Thousands of graduates, each with their own unique stories, crossed the stage at Appalachian State University’s Spring...