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Theatre and Dance Professor, Marianne Adams, to Carry the University Banner at the HSOM/ CFAA Spring 2025 Commencement
May 8, 2025

The College of Fine and Applied Arts at Appalachian State University is proud to announce that Professor Marianne Adams, a distinguished leader in Theatre and Dance, has been nominated by the College and the Provost to carry the University Banner at the Spring 2025 Hayes School of Music/College...

Embers Exhibit ART

Appalachian State University Students and Alumni Shine in "Embers" Exhibition
May 7, 2025

BOONE, NC — May 6, 2025 — The Department of Art at Appalachian State University proudly announces strong representation in the "Embers" exhibition currently on display in downtown Spruce Pine, NC. Thirteen of the eighteen featured artists are current AppState students or alumni, showcasing the...

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...

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
Allison Bennett Dyche, adviser to The Appalachian student news organization, received a national award during MediaFest22

Adviser to The Appalachian Student News Organization Receives National Award
Nov 2, 2022

Allison Bennett Dyche, adviser to The Appalachian student news organization, received a national award during MediaFest22, the ACP/CMA Fall...

College of Fine and Applied Arts Award Winners Announced
Nov 2, 2022

The College of Fine and Applied Arts is proud to announce our award winners for 2022.

Dr. Emory Stephen Daniel Jr.

App State Professor Publishes Research on Gamers’ Moral Considerations in Video Games
Nov 2, 2022

Dr. Emory Stephen Daniel Jr., from Appalachian State University's Department of Communication, publishes research on morality in gaming.

App State faculty Jack Martin participated in the 2022 Sun Trip California

Jack Martin's Solar Bike Adventure
Oct 31, 2022

Not only do our Sustainable Technology and Built Environment faculty teach well, but they also embark on grand adventures - sustainable...

A group of App State faculty will be presenting their work at the “Transformations” exhibition at the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts from Nov. 4, 2022 - May 6, 2023.

App State Faculty Group Presenting Digital Creations at Turchin Exhibit
Oct 31, 2022

How are digital tools being utilized and taught by contemporary artists, designers and architects? How do these tools both facilitate and...

Dan Vallie, Doug Rice and Craig Mundy share stories about the radio business while WASU students listen in.

Alumni Take Over WASU!
Oct 28, 2022

App State alumni came back to campus on Oct. 27-28 to take over the WASU radio station during the Alumni Takeover.

Architecture Studio III Students' Design Wins 2022 NCMCA Sigmon Memorial Scholarship Masonry Design Competition

App Students' Design Wins 2022 NCMCA Sigmon Memorial Scholarship Masonry Design Competition
Oct 26, 2022

On October 25, 2022, seven ASU student teams enrolled in the Architecture Studio III course competed in the 2022 NCMCA Sigmon Memorial...

App State students Alli Lackey and Jasmine McElroy designed this display for Frito Lays.

App State Students Win Frito Lay Design Challenge
Oct 26, 2022

App State students Alli Lackey and Jasmine McElroy recently won the 2022 PAVE Frito Lay Student Design Challenge by designing a point of purchase...