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Major Jones and Captain Sam Snelson

Welcome Major Zach Jones & Captain Sam Snelson in Military Science & Leadership
Aug 26, 2025

The College of Fine and Applied Arts is delighted to welcome two distinguished officers to our community: Major Zach Jones joins us as Professor of Military Science, and Captain Sam Snelson comes on board as a faculty member.

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Five GCM Majors Awarded PGSF Scholarships totaling $17,550
Aug 25, 2025

Debbie Bohan, Administrative Director for The Print Graphics and Scholarship Foundation (PGSF), announced recipients of the 2025 – 2026 Scholarships. For the 2025-26 academic year, five Appalachian State University students majoring in Graphic Communications Management (GCM) were selected to...

Dr. Shanshan Lou news

Welcome Interim Dean, Dr. Shanshan Lou
Aug 18, 2025

We extend a warm welcome to Dr. Shanshan Lou who will serve as the Interim Dean for both the College of Fine and Applied Arts and the Hayes School of Music for the fall 2025 semester. Dr. Lou comes to us from the Department of Communication where she served as Chair for the past 2 years.

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Building sciences, technology programs earn new Zero Energy Design Designation
Jan 6, 2023

According the The Appalachian, two App State degree programs in the Department of Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment have earned...

SBA Dog House Build

Student Builder's Association Holds a Dog House Building Competition
Jan 6, 2023

The Student Builder's Association (SBA) held a dog house build competition in November, 2022. The Whiting-Turner contracting company graciously...

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STBE's Solar Club Hosts the Solar Tree Lighting in Downtown Boone
Dec 1, 2022

It's that time of year again! The Solar Tree Lighting (hosted by AppState STBE's Solar Club) will be this Friday around 6:30pm at the Jones House...

Short Play Festival- Student Directed Showcase

Theatre and Dance Student Directed Short Play Festival
Nov 22, 2022

            “Blink and you’ll miss it!” Short and Sweet: 12 Theatre and Dance Student...
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STBE's Dr. Martin: Solar Bike Ambassador
Nov 18, 2022

Longtime faculty member Dr. Jack Martin Participated in a 500 mile solar bike showcase

Not only do our Sustainable Technology and Built...

An installation view of April Flanders's “Filter” in her “Altered Environments” show. (Stereo Vision Photography)

Art Faculty's Exhibition Reviewed in Washington Post
Nov 16, 2022

The Washington Post recently reviewed Studio Artist and Art Faculty member, Professor April Flanders exhibition "Altered Environments" . ...
University collaboration 2nd annual energy Field trip

University Departments Collaborate to Host Field Trip for Local Students
Nov 14, 2022

AEC, STBE, GES, and OOS Host Clean Energy Field Trip for Local Students
International Building Skins Conference

Appstate Faculty Member Presents at International Building Skins Conference
Nov 14, 2022

Dr. Reza Foroughi Presents at the 17th International Conference of Advanced Building Skins
Fall Appalachian Dance Ensemble at Appalachian State University

Dance Talent On Display When The Lights FADE
Nov 4, 2022

Fall Appalachian Dance Ensemble at Appalachian State University

By Mia Buckson, Catherine Denton, and Jordan Knudsen

 

Appalachian Editorial Board Fall 2022 w/ August Print issue

The Appstate Student Newspaper Wins Numerous National Awards
Nov 4, 2022

The Appalachian Student News Organization Receives Numerous Accolades at National Level