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GCM Students Gain Industry Insight at PICA Fall Management Conference
Jan 13, 2026

Several students from App State’s Graphic Communications Management program traveled to Hilton Head, SC, Nov. 7–9 for the 2025 PICA Fall Management Conference, an annual gathering of print and packaging leaders from across the region.

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Celebrating Graduates of the College of Fine and Applied Arts
Dec 19, 2025

In the College of Fine and Applied Arts (CFAA), we take immense pride in the remarkable achievements of our students. Rooted in a student-first, transdisciplinary approach and strengthened by experiential learning, our graduates embody the spirit of creativity, resilience, and community...

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Appalachian student receives coveted Celia Moh Scholarship
May 2, 2017

John Barton, a junior industrial design major at Appalachian State University, was awarded the Celia Moh Scholarship for the 2017-18 academic...

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Interior design seniors prepare for the future with portfolio review
Apr 28, 2017

By Madalene Smith

As the semester comes to a close, seniors in Appalachian State University’s Interior Design program in the Department...

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Raichle named chair of the Department of Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment
Apr 27, 2017

Dr. Brian Raichle has been named chair of the Appalachian State University Department of Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment after...

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Downtown Boone community art parade to be held May 5
Apr 26, 2017

By Jennie Carlisle

**Update: Due to forecasted inclement weather, the procession has shifted to become a festive party inside HOW Space...

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Appalachian professor travels to India to study costume design
Apr 20, 2017

Martha Marking, professor of theatre and dance at Appalachian State University, designed both costumes and makeup for “Flight from the...

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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...