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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.

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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.

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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...

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Fine and Applied Arts faculty awarded Innovation Scholars funding
Apr 20, 2017

Three of the five collaborative projects funded by the Chancellor's first Innovation Scholars program are led by Fine and Applied Arts faculty....

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Q&A with South African playwright Muthal Naidoo
Apr 19, 2017

By Nancye Edwards

The writer visits the High Country to participate in the world premiere of her work, “Flight from the...

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Appalachian State University presents "Troubled Water: Voices from Bath" on April 19
Apr 19, 2017

"Troubled Water: Voices from Bath" is a multi-media presentation on the proposed Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP). The event uses exquisite...

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IDEXlab unveils HOW Space to promote community collaboration [The Appalachian]
Apr 14, 2017

On  April 7, faculty and students of the IDEXlab joined student artists and the public to celebrate the unveiling of the HOW Space, a...

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Appalachian State University presents world premiere production by noted South African playwright
Apr 13, 2017

The Department of Theatre and Dance at Appalachian State University is producing the world premiere of “Flight from the Mahabharath” by noted...

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Applied Design hosts “Showcase 2017” on April 23
Apr 12, 2017

The Department of Applied Design’s Apparel Design and Merchandising program will present “Showcase 2017” at Holmes Convocation Center on Sunday,...

Sustainable products designed by Alyssa Coletti's students

Appalachian students partner with biomaterials company, build sustainable products
Apr 11, 2017

Furniture designer Alyssa Coletti is determined to expand student exposure to and experience with sustainable design. An adjunct in Appalachian...

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Theatre professor puts design skills to work in collaboration with Hayes School of Music
Apr 4, 2017

Mike Helms, professor of theatre arts in Appalachian State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance, is bringing his vast knowledge of set...