How Campus-Wide Collaboration Drives App State’s Community FEaST 2026
Oct 1, 2026
When Community FEaST (Food Engagement and Story Telling) returns to Sanford Mall on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026 (4:30–6:00 p.m.), hundreds of students, faculty, staff, and neighbors will gather at a long, shared table for free local food, live music, and conversation.
Department of Art Faculty Shine In Exhibitions, Residencies, Scholarship and Creative Work
Sep 29, 2026
Faculty members in Appalachian State University's Department of Art continue to expand the university's creative footprint through nationally recognized exhibitions, scholarly presentations, artist residencies and award-winning design work.
10th Anniversary ‘Race to Build’ offers “beyond the classroom” learning in teamwork, leadership and adaptability
Sep 28, 2026
When Appalachian State University students traveled to Bristol Motor Speedway for Appalachia Service Project's 10th Anniversary Race to Build, they knew they would be stepping into a fast-paced construction competition. What they may not have anticipated was how deeply the experience would...
Allusion of a Symphony: Exhibition Reception at Mckinney Alumni Center on April 28, 2026
Apr 20, 2026
BOONE, NC- The Exhibition Practicum class in the Department of Art at Appalachian State University proudly presents Allusion of a Symphony...
Senior Spotlight: Applied Design Graduate, Carlos Velasquez, Completes Dual Major in Apparel Design and Industrial Design
Apr 17, 2026
First-generation college student weaves cultural heritage, entrepreneurship, and design innovation into his SIXO brand.
Children's Play, “Tomato Plant Girl,” Announced for April 24 – 26
Apr 13, 2026
by Keith Martin
Family-Friendly Play Performed by Appalachian Young People’s Theatre
Designing Community Impact: App State Applied Design Students Help Transform the Hiddenite Arts & Heritage Center
Apr 13, 2026
Visitors to the Hiddenite Arts & Heritage Center are experiencing something entirely new. Thanks to two major remodeling projects completed...
Restoration Project Strengthens Streambank Stability and Habitat in App State Preserve
Apr 10, 2026
Over the past two months, a collaborative stream restoration effort has taken shape in the App State Nature Preserve, bringing together students...
Appalachian State University Student Sandy Zufall Awarded Prestigious SNAG Educational Endowment Scholarship
Apr 7, 2026
BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University is proud to announce that Sandy Zufall, a senior Studio Art major with an emphasis in Metalsmithing...
Second Story Media Seniors Step Into Their Futures With Confidence, Creativity, and a Shared Drive to Make an Impact
Apr 1, 2026
Second Story Media was created to empower students to bring bold ideas, sharp instincts, and a...