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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...

Changes within the College of Fine and Applied Arts present new opportunities for faculty and students
Feb 6, 2015

In response to trends in education and professional industries and student and faculty needs, The College of Fine and Applied Arts is pleased to...

Campus and Local Community Assistance Sought for 24-Hour Play Festival

Campus and Local Community Assistance Sought for 24-Hour Play Festival
Jan 27, 2015

Are you interested in helping Appalachian State University students write, rehearse and perform a play in 24 hours? Five campus clubs are...

Momentum Dance Showcase

Momentum Dance Showcase January 23 and 24
Jan 22, 2015

Appalachian State University's Department of Theatre and Dance will present the 2015 Momentum Dance Showcase Jan. 23 and 24 at 7:30 p.m. in the...

McCorkindale Selected as PRSSA National Faculty Adviser
Jan 5, 2015

The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) has announced that Tina McCorkindale, Ph.D., APR, has been elected to a two-year term as...

Michael R. Patricelli Craft Enrichment Program Spring Registration Open
Dec 8, 2014

Winter is a great time to be indoors learning a new craft or advancing your skills in a long loved craft. Spring classes begin in late January,...

The Smith Gallery Presents: BFA Senior Studio Exhibition
Dec 8, 2014

The Smith Gallery presents APEX, the BFA Senior Studio Exhibition for Fall 2014. The exhibition is on view through Dec. 12 and includes work by...

James Lutton

Engineering Internship at NCCET Helps High School Students Change a 6-year-old's Life
Dec 5, 2014

A high school internship at the N.C. Center for Engineering and Technology (NCCET) in Lenoir has helped a 6-year-old gain a hand.

Sean Smith and Zach Starin

A Simple Solution to a Complex Problem Proves Winner at Design Competition
Dec 5, 2014

Personal experience, creativity and the ability to simplify a complex problem have resulted in an award-winning project for two Appalachian State...

Bioshelter Lab

EPA P3 Grant Helps Researchers at Appalachian Explore Affordable Alternative Energy Options
Nov 26, 2014

Making a living as the owner of a small farm can be a hit or miss proposition. Farm owners must battle the weather, pests and rising energy costs...