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Behind the Seams: Four Seniors Bring Vision and Voice to Showcase 2026
Apr 24, 2026

Every spring, a fashion runway is built inside the Holmes Convocation Center and it transforms into a place where Apparel Design & Merchandising seniors reveal the work that has consumed their minds, their hands, and often their hearts. Showcase, the program's annual fashion show...

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Senior Spotlight: Arianna Bennett, a double major, a creator, and compassionate leader
Apr 23, 2026

As she prepares to graduate from Appalachian State University, Arianna Bennett leaves behind a legacy defined by creativity, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to telling meaningful stories.

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100 Strong Productions Film Festival – App State Electronic Media /Broadcasting Student Representation
Apr 23, 2026

Two Appalachian State University filmmakers are preparing to see their work reach a wider audience this spring, as their documentary shorts have been selected for the 100 Strong Productions Student Film Festival, taking...

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Sustainability Spotlight - Ryan Gillespie
Mar 29, 2016

Ryan Gillespie, a senior Sustainable Technology major, is passionate about what he calls "responsible transportation." Over the last year,...

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Appalachian Dance Ensemble presents the spring showcase April 7–9
Mar 25, 2016

BOONE—The Appalachian Dance Ensemble will present their spring concert in the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts on the Appalachian State...

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Appalachian hosts inaugural Symposium for Creative Social Stewardship
Mar 24, 2016

The symposium will be held April 1-2 at Plemmons Student Union and features keynote speaker William Cleveland, director of the Center for...

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New book by Dr. Jennifer Westerman explores environmental justice issues
Mar 23, 2016

Dr. Jennifer Westerman has published “Working on Earth: Class and Environmental Justice” with Dr. Christina Roberts of the University of Nevada-...

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Appalachian Young People’s Theatre presents “Aladdin” April 1–3
Mar 22, 2016

All performances will be held in the I.G. Greer Studio Theatre. Tickets are $5 for students and children and $10 for adults.

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Panorama 2016 is tomorrow!
Mar 21, 2016

Panorama 2016, a night of student-led TED talks,  is tomorrow!  You're invited to come out to the Parkway Ballroom at 7 p.m. for more on:

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Feasibility study tests e-bike market in Boone
Mar 18, 2016

Boone—Ryan Gillespie has big ideas to improve the commuter experience in Boone.

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Appalachian State to host Food Summit on April 2
Mar 16, 2016

Boone—Students, faculty, staff and members of the community are invited to discuss ways to build a more resilient and just local food system at...

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Appalachian Young People’s Theatre receives national award
Mar 14, 2016

The Appalachian Young People’s Theatre received the 2016 Sara Spencer Child Drama Award during the 67th annual Southeastern Theatre...