CFAA students acknowledged on spring 2026 academic honors lists
May 19, 2026
The College of Fine and Applied Arts at Appalachian State University is pleased to announce the students who have earned academic honors for the recent semester. Congratulations to the 1,238 Fine and Applied Arts students who earned academic honors this semester!
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.
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,...
Film by Appalachian dance studies professor recognized at Mississippi film festival
Jan 22, 2019
“Sound and Sole,” a short film by assistant professor Cara Hagan, has won best Southern States documentary at the Southern States Indie Fan Film...
Momentum student dance organization presents annual showcase
Jan 22, 2019
The 2019 Momentum Dance Showcase will be held at 7 p.m. on Jan. 25 and 26 in Appalachian State University’s Varsity Gymnasium dance studio room...
Appalachian alumnus finds niche in sustainable transportation
Jan 18, 2019
Ryan Gillespie ’17 has always been passionate about what he calls “responsible transportation.” During his time as a student in the Department of...
Students initiate peace and justice through Global Peacebuilding Project
Jan 17, 2019
Interpersonal communication, access to education and understanding of homophobia and transphobia. Appalachian State University students are...
Appalachian art professor named January monthly mentor by professional association
Jan 16, 2019
Dr. Brooke Hofsess, associate professor in Appalachian State University's Department of Art, has been named the monthly mentor by the National...
Appalachian State University students awarded honorable mention at international design competition
Jan 15, 2019
Caroline DiBerto and Cassie Hutchens, both seniors enrolled in Appalachian’s Department of Applied Design interior design program, have received...
Appalachian’s Department of Theatre and Dance celebrates as Valborg Theatre turns 25
Jan 11, 2019
Appalachian State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will celebrate the 25th anniversary of its Valborg Theatre by hosting...
Questions with an Educator: Chip Williams [asmp.org]
Jan 9, 2019
Williams is a North Carolina-based photographer, filmmaker and educator at Appalachian State University. He has over 20 years of experience in...
Appalachian State University student selected for prestigious theater internship
Dec 19, 2018
Virginia Riggsbee, a theatre arts senior at Appalachian State University, had the opportunity to live the life of a theatre professional in New...
Blakeley Rogers ’17 pursues sustainability in apparel design through her career at Carter’s/OshKosh B’Gosh
Dec 18, 2018
Blakeley Rogers ’17 graduated summa cum laude with a ...