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Alumna Hollie Moore Earns Multiple State Journalism Honors from the SC Press Association
Mar 13, 2026

App State alumna Hollie Moore '23 (Journalism and Public Relations) has been recognized with a series of top awards from the South Carolina Press Association, highlighting her rising impact in business and in‑depth reporting.

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Appalachian State University Celebrates 20 Years of Industrial Design
Mar 12, 2026

Anniversary event highlights alumni success, student innovation and the future of design

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Introducing Sheryl Oring, New Chair for the Department of Applied Design
Jun 26, 2025

We are pleased to announce that Sheryl Oring has been named the new Chair of Applied Design in the College of Fine and Applied Arts.

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Four App State students selected for prestigious national metalsmithing exhibition
Jun 24, 2025

BOONE, N.C. — Four undergraduate students from Appalachian State University's studio art program have achieved national recognition by having...

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Introducing Dr. Laird Christensen to CFAA’s Sustainable Development
May 30, 2025

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Laird Christensen as the new Chair of Sustainable Development in the College of Fine and Applied Arts. A respected...

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Climate Stories Collaborative and Pathways to Resilience Program Brought Art-Science Integration to App State Earth Week Celebration
May 12, 2025

BOONE, NC — May 6, 2025 — The Climate Stories Collaborative, co-coordinated by Dr. Lorraine Affourtit (Art) and Assistant Professor, Dr. Derek...

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Theatre and Dance Professor, Marianne Adams, to Carry the University Banner at the HSOM/ CFAA Spring 2025 Commencement
May 8, 2025

The College of Fine and Applied Arts at Appalachian State University is proud to announce that Professor Marianne Adams, a distinguished leader...