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Taylor Walker

Taylor Walker’s Rise to Success in the Design World
Apr 30, 2025

Even as a student at Appalachian State University, Taylor Walker stood out. Today, at just 26 years old, she stands at the top of her game as a kitchen and bath design professional, recently earning her a spot in the prestigious National Kitchen & Bath Association's (NKBA) Thirty Under 30...

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Transforming Futures: Appalachian State University's Furniture Design Program
Aug 20, 2024

Appalachian State University's Furniture Design program isn't just about crafting beautiful pieces—it's about transforming futures. With a tight-...

College students move in for fall 2024

App State students settle into Boone campus residence halls for fall 2024
Aug 16, 2024

What started as a quiet Tuesday morning on Aug. 13 turned into a day of bustling excitement as first-year and returning Mountaineer students...

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Trailblazing Success: Anna Zanetti’s Journey from App State to The Nature Conservancy
Aug 13, 2024

In the realm of environmental conservation, there exists a luminary whose brilliance shines —Anna Zanetti, an Appalachian State University alumna...

2024 Team Sunergy

App State’s student solar vehicle team races to podium finish in cross-country challenge
Aug 7, 2024

Appalachian State University’s student-led, interdisciplinary solar vehicle team, Team Sunergy, achieved a podium finish after a strong...

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App State receives first major private donation for Wey Hall renovation project
Aug 5, 2024

Appalachian State University has received a $300,000 commitment from Luke Walling, entrepreneur and founder of Temprano Techvestors in Newton,...

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Appalachian State University Supports Sustainable Agriculture Education & Hosts Carolina Meat Conference
Jul 24, 2024

The Carolina Meat Conference is a biennial event that brings together hundreds of attendees from across the nation. Organized by NC Choices, an...