App State Grad Kendall Johnson Elevates NHL Fan Experience Through Cutting-Edge SportsMEDIA Technology
Jul 31, 2026
Kendall Johnson (‘25), a recent graduate of the Electronic Media/Broadcasting program, is already making her mark on some of the biggest stages in professional sports.
Weaving Connections: Art Major, Dora Hagaman, Interns at BRAHM with Alumna Kayla Reische
Jul 28, 2026
For Dora Hagaman, a junior Art Management major from Lenoir, North Carolina, learning doesn’t just happen inside university walls. It happens through drop-in art classes, intergenerational weaving workshops and creative community engagement.
CFAA Alum Feature: Dusty Lockwood - Quiet Strength and Full‑Circle Leadership
Jul 26, 2026
Dusty Lockwood’s App State journey began with a defining realization: “The mind is a unique thing, and when faced with life‑changing challenges, I learned that, for me, the best medicine was to simply never stop moving forward.” As a teenager suddenly responsible for supporting themself, Dusty...
Catching up with McKenzie Quattlebaum ‘16
Jun 27, 2017
Drawn to the charm of Boone, McKenzie Quattlebaum came to Appalachian State University and discovered a true community. Looking for a major that...
Communication professor receives Scripps Howard Visiting Professor grant
Jun 15, 2017
Dr. Shanshan Lou, assistant professor of advertising in Appalachian State University's Department of Communication, has been selected as the...
Dr. Anatoli Ignatov is one of two Appalachian faculty to receive Fulbright Scholarships
Jun 7, 2017
Land ownership is a big deal in many cultures. Just cut a tree one foot past your property line and see how quickly your neighbor...
Theatre professor among Plemmons Leadership Medallion recipients
Jun 1, 2017
Martha Marking, professor of theatre arts / design, was one of five Plemmons Leadership Medallion recipients for 2017....
Appalachian students bring home honors in international lighting design competition
May 31, 2017
For the fourth year in a row, an Appalachian State University student has won first place in the annual SOURCE awards competition, hosted by...
Sustainable development alumna mentors first-generation college students
May 24, 2017
By Madalene Smith
May 2017 Appalachian State University graduate Josie Lee Varela just obtained a master’s degree in political science...
Fundraising class raises $8,000 for High Country nonprofits
May 17, 2017
Students in Appalachian State University’s Principles of Fund Raising class, an upper-level class within the Department of Communication,...
One student and one alum from Appalachian named Fulbright Scholars
May 15, 2017
The Office of International Education and Development (OIED) at Appalachian State University has announced that student Ryan Hellenbrand of Boone...
Cre8tive Drama Day Camp provides summer fun for High Country students
May 12, 2017
by Nancye Edwards
Team of Appalachian students wins international Phoenix Challenge competition
May 10, 2017
Five students in the Thomas W. Reese Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology (GAIT) program in Appalachian State University’s Department of Art took...