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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 — it was fuel for a growing dream already rooted in the red clay of Rowan County.

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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,...

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Appalachian State University professor previews LOAM for local residents
Feb 19, 2018

By Mary Anne Savage

On Feb. 2, Boone locals enjoyed a  sneak peek preview of LOAM, a production conceived and performed by Assistant...

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Tony Award-winning actress Beth Leavel to present master class at Appalachian on Feb. 23
Feb 16, 2018

By Anna Rhodes

The Appalachian State University Department of Theatre and Dance will present a master class on musical theatre featuring...

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Appalachian celebrates Theatre in Our Schools Month with high school workshops
Feb 16, 2018

On Feb. 24, the Appalachian State University Department of Theatre and Dance will host a day of theatre workshops to celebrate Theatre in Our...

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Appalachian State University ROTC student receives inaugural Shilling Scholarship
Feb 15, 2018

Nathan Reitzel, a senior political science, pre-professional legal studies major from Newton, was awarded the inaugural Austin Shilling Memorial...

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Sustainable Development and Food Services foster farm-to-table initiative on campus
Feb 9, 2018

Appalachian State University’s Goodnight Family Department of Sustainable Development has partnered with Food Services to provide local food from...

Emma Morris

Inaugural Harb Scholarship awarded to interior design student
Feb 6, 2018

Emma Morris, a senior interior design major from Charlotte, has been awarded the inaugural Jane S. Harb Scholarship through Appalachian State...