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Keith Martin with grandbaby

Keith Martin , John M. Blackburn Distinguished Professor of Theatre and Dance, Retires
May 14, 2026

After more than five decades of extraordinary leadership in the arts, Keith Martin will retire from his role as the John M. Blackburn Distinguished Professor of Theatre at Appalachian State University. His career spans 50+ years, over 450 productions, and acclaimed work across theatre, dance,...

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.

As a Dance Studies professor at Appalachian, she has created over thirty-five new courses in the curriculum, directed the dance program, and created the Dance Honors program.

Short Play Festival- Student Directed Showcase

Theatre and Dance Student Directed Short Play Festival
Nov 22, 2022

            “Blink and you’ll miss it!” Short and Sweet: 12 Theatre and Dance Student...
Sun Trip California

STBE's Dr. Martin: Solar Bike Ambassador
Nov 18, 2022

Longtime faculty member Dr. Jack Martin Participated in a 500 mile solar bike showcase

Not only do our Sustainable Technology and Built...

An installation view of April Flanders's “Filter” in her “Altered Environments” show. (Stereo Vision Photography)

Art Faculty's Exhibition Reviewed in Washington Post
Nov 16, 2022

The Washington Post recently reviewed Studio Artist and Art Faculty member, Professor April Flanders exhibition "Altered Environments" . ...
University collaboration 2nd annual energy Field trip

University Departments Collaborate to Host Field Trip for Local Students
Nov 14, 2022

AEC, STBE, GES, and OOS Host Clean Energy Field Trip for Local Students
International Building Skins Conference

Appstate Faculty Member Presents at International Building Skins Conference
Nov 14, 2022

Dr. Reza Foroughi Presents at the 17th International Conference of Advanced Building Skins
Fall Appalachian Dance Ensemble at Appalachian State University

Dance Talent On Display When The Lights FADE
Nov 4, 2022

Fall Appalachian Dance Ensemble at Appalachian State University

By Mia Buckson, Catherine Denton, and Jordan Knudsen

 

Appalachian Editorial Board Fall 2022 w/ August Print issue

The Appstate Student Newspaper Wins Numerous National Awards
Nov 4, 2022

The Appalachian Student News Organization Receives Numerous Accolades at National Level
Allison Bennett Dyche, adviser to The Appalachian student news organization, received a national award during MediaFest22

Adviser to The Appalachian Student News Organization Receives National Award
Nov 2, 2022

Allison Bennett Dyche, adviser to The Appalachian student news organization, received a national award during MediaFest22, the ACP/CMA Fall...

College of Fine and Applied Arts Award Winners Announced
Nov 2, 2022

The College of Fine and Applied Arts is proud to announce our award winners for 2022.

Dr. Emory Stephen Daniel Jr.

App State Professor Publishes Research on Gamers’ Moral Considerations in Video Games
Nov 2, 2022

Dr. Emory Stephen Daniel Jr., from Appalachian State University's Department of Communication, publishes research on morality in gaming.