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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 willingness to learn by doing. This year’s graduating seniors embody that spirit more than ever.

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“Once Upon a Mattress” Unites Theatre and Community in a Production by Students, For Students
Mar 30, 2026

With the APPlause! Series, Access to the Arts is not A Fairytale, but a Reality

by Molly Wells

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A Feminist Arts Perspective: Community Invited To Free Author Lecture On Nov. 21
Nov 8, 2019

Appalachian State University presents a public lecture by Judith K. Brodsky and Ferris Olin, arts and humanities scholars and authors of ...

Comm Professor Dr. Ed Brewer Publishes A New Book
Nov 6, 2019

Congratulations to Department of Communication professor ...

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AppTV Students Receive Logoed Station Merch From Carolina West Wireless
Oct 28, 2019

The students behind (and in front of) the cameras at AppTV recently received a great branding...

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7 App State faculty members recognized for teaching excellence
Oct 24, 2019

Appalachian State University recognized seven faculty members for excellence in teaching during its Fall 2019 Faculty and Staff Meeting held...

Avery B. Hall Sr. ’93 honored by App State with 2019 Outstanding Service Award
Oct 22, 2019

From 1989–92, Avery B. Hall Sr. ’93, of Kernersville, took to the Kidd Brewer Stadium field during each of Appalachian State University’s...

Tour the Farm on Oct. 5

Chickens, Cider and More!
Sep 23, 2019

Join Us Oct. 5 For Open House at the Farm
“When Everything Beyond the Walls Is Wild: Being a Woman Outdoors in America” by Lilace Mellin Guignard - Book jacket cover image, photo submitted.

What Happens When Women Hear the Call of the Wild?
Sep 19, 2019

“When Everything Beyond the Walls Is Wild: Being a Woman Outdoors in America” with poet and award winning author Lilace Mellin...

Two dozen first year and transfer theatre students are taking part in rehearsals for the 2019 edition of the First Year Showcase. The theme for this year’s production is “Stasis and Change,” giving both participants and audience members a chance to reflect upon their entry into the college and university environment.  Photo credit: Lynn Willis

Department of Theatre and Dance presents the 2019 First Year Showcase Sept. 26-29
Sep 10, 2019

The Appalachian State University Department of Theatre and Dance proudly presents its first production of the season, the 2019 First...

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Appalachian Students Design Pop-Up Shop For The Container Store
Sep 4, 2019

When students Jake Still and Grace McCormick began brainstorming designs for a project in their Applied Design studio class at Appalachian State...