Dr. Laird Christensen in Scotland - Reimagining Adaptive Sustainability Curriculum
May 29, 2026
While traveling to Scotland this Spring to attend the Steps Change toward Sustainability Conference in Perth, Dr. Laird Christensen, Chair of the Sustainable Development Department, took advantage of the chance to meet with other sustainability educators.
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.
Student Perspective: Climate Activist Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson's “All We Can Save”
Apr 29, 2021
By Morgan Lampman
‘Active citizenship’: How an App State sustainable development major hopes to save the world
Apr 17, 2021
Justin Marks, a senior at Appalachian State University, recently announced on national television he wants to “save the world.” Marks, a ...
Lynn Patterson’s door at App State’s Belk Library is open
Apr 8, 2021
To many Appalachian State University students over the years, Lynn Patterson ’89 has been known for her nurturing spirit. Patterson, who...
AppTV show “Religion in Life” receives second RCC Wilbur Award
Mar 31, 2021
The AppTV show, “Religion in Life,” hosted by Dr.
App State awards 4 grants in support of diversity, equity and inclusion research
Mar 23, 2021
Appalachian State University’s Office of Research awarded four faculty teams with a 2020 Scholarship...
App State interior design senior wins third place in 2020 PAVE Competition
Feb 12, 2021
By Morgan Lampman
App State alumnus produces news to keep Kentuckians informed
Jan 21, 2021
For Appalachian State University alumnus John Park ’20, each day starts with one simple question: What’s happening in the world today...
‘Momager’ for hire: An App State Mountaineer’s company serves young performers in LA
Jan 4, 2021
Appalachian State University alumna JoCinda Benjamin ’94 said she believes almost every successful child performer has one thing in common: a...
College Honors Outstanding Teacher Award Recipient During Fall 2020 Commencement
Dec 9, 2020
By Amanda Brasier
Grad Student Draws on Love of Outdoors to Pursue Advanced Degree
Dec 9, 2020
By Amanda Brasier
Graduate student Sam Lee said although he was sad not to visit family, there was an upside to skipping his...