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F.A.D.E. 2026
Nov 10, 2026

BOONE, N.C. – Appalachian State University's Department of Theatre and Dance is premiering seven original dance works during the Fall Appalachian Dance Ensemble (FADE) at 7 p.m. from November 18 through 21 and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, November 22 in Valborg Theatre on the university campus.

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Bridging Communities and Climate Literacy: The Inspiring Journey of Dr. Twange Kasoma
Nov 10, 2026

Dr. Twange Kasoma serves as an Associate Professor of Digital Journalism in the Department of Communication at Appalachian State University, where she joined the faculty in August 2024. Originally from Zambia, Dr. Kasoma brings a rich international perspective to her teaching and scholarship....

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App State ROTC Alumnus Ed Reeder Inducted into National ROTC Hall of Fame
Nov 9, 2026

This past weekend, Major General (Retired) Ed Reeder served as an Honorary Captain of the App Football Team. He had been a player and an App State Cadet himself. In October, Army Cadet Command inducted him into the ROTC Hall of Fame.

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Campus Conversations, Episode 1, Dean Campbell Welcomes Laura England
Oct 11, 2023

This is the full episode of the our first release of the new vlog series, Campus Conversations, starring Dean Shannon...

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App State places among national publications’ ‘best’ and ‘top’ lists for academics, value, innovation and more
Sep 25, 2023

BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University's status as both a leader and an innovator in higher education has been highlighted in recent...

Rules for Living by Derek Gagnier

“Rules for Living” Invites You to Dinner With Your Average Dysfunctional Family, October 4 - 8
Sep 22, 2023

Can You Follow the Rules?

BOONE, NC – The Department of Theatre and Dance at Appalachian State University is...

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New Theatre and Dance Students Showcase Their Talents September 28 – 30, 2023
Sep 15, 2023

First Years are First Rate at App State!

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CFAA Career Development Center Updates for Fall 2023
Sep 15, 2023

Hello CFAA colleagues and students! I hope your fall semester is going great and that you've had an opportunity to interact in some capacity with...

Theatre and Dance Fall 2023 Performances

Fall Theatre and Dance Season Takes Audiences On a Journey Through Life
Sep 7, 2023

Appalachian Brings a Positive Altitude to the High Country!  

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Industrial Design Students Awarded in National Lighting Design Competition
Sep 5, 2023

A group of 28 students from Applied Design, led by Associate Professor of Industrial Design and Assistant Chair of Applied Design, Michael Rall,...

2023 State of the College

2023 CFAA State of the College Recap
Aug 24, 2023

The 2023 CFAA State of the College was our kickoff event for the fall semester where we had the opportunity to celebrate the remarkable...

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On Everest, App State faculty fine-tune tools for sky-high scholarship
Aug 1, 2023

Dr. Baker Perry, National Geographic Explorer and professor in Appalachian State University’s...