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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.

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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!

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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.

Apparel Design and Merchandising Showcase 2019 to take place April 27
Apr 16, 2019

The Apparel Design and Merchandising program will present the 2019 Showcase at the Holmes Center on April 27 at 4 p.m.

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Appalachian Young People’s Theatre presents “The Ugly Duckling” April 26–28
Apr 11, 2019

The Appalachian State University Department of Theatre and Dance will present “The Ugly Duckling” by Larry and Vivian...

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Dr. Marie Hoepfl honored with Appalachian’s Graduate Faculty Award
Apr 5, 2019

Dr. Marie Hoepfl, professor and graduate program director for the Department of Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment, has been...

Don’t be an April Fool for ‘fake news’
Apr 3, 2019

 In the spirit of April Fools’ Day 2019, multiple organizations — including Google, Shutterstock, HelloFresh, T-Mobile, The...

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Interdisciplinary collaboration between departments enriches learning experience
Apr 2, 2019

The Appalachian State University Department of Theatre and Dance recently collaborated with the university’s Athletic Training program in the...

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Collaborative design thinking workshop focuses on eliminating plastic waste
Mar 28, 2019

Education at Appalachian State University means preparing students to live as engaged global citizens working to create a sustainable future for...

Students rehearse "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

Appalachian's Theatre and Dance celebrates its history with “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” April 10–14
Mar 27, 2019

The Appalachian State University Department of Theatre and Dance celebrates the 25th anniversary of its Valborg Theatre with a...

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Winners announced for 2019 Chancellor’s Innovation Scholars Program
Mar 27, 2019

 Four faculty members in the College of Fine and Applied Arts have been named Chancellor's Innovation Scholars for the 2018-19 year....

Students rehearse "The Chemistry of Change"

Appalachian chapter of Alpha Psi Omega presents “The Chemistry of Change” by Marlane Meyer April 4 – 6
Mar 26, 2019

Alpha Psi Omega (APO), the student-led theatre honor society associated with the Department of Theatre and Dance at Appalachian State University...

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Appalachian’s international collaboration yields renewable solutions for Peru village
Mar 21, 2019

During summer 2018, a group of Appalachian State University students traversed Peru — from the heights of Machu Picchu down to the gateway of the...