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Faculty at App State and Ghanaian university explore sustainable solutions for rural communities
May 14, 2024

BOONE, N.C. — For several years, faculty at Appalachian State University and the University for Development Studies (UDS) in Tamale, Ghana, have collaborated on applied research and training to foster sustainable development in rural communities.

2024 Awards of Distinction

App State honors 27 students, faculty and staff at 2nd annual Awards of Distinction ceremony
May 9, 2024

Appalachian State University recognized 27 students, faculty and staff at its second annual Awards of Distinction ceremony, honoring these Mountaineers for their commitment to excellence in serving the university and its community members. The event, held April 25, took place in the Grandview...

App State Advantage 2024

Less college debt + more lifetime earnings = the App State advantage
May 7, 2024

Is a college degree a good investment? At Appalachian State University, the answer is clear: An App State education continues to be a pathway to a better life for North Carolinians, paving the way for higher wages and greater opportunities.

2019 faculty and staff award winners

College Recognizes Outstanding Faculty and Staff with 2019 Awards
Aug 16, 2019

The College of Fine and Applied Arts recognized outstanding faculty and staff with 2019 awards for teaching, service, scholarship and advising....

App State alumnus works for Tesla at the ‘forefront of the renewable industry’
May 20, 2019

 James Holton ’15 likes to see results quickly and is energized by the quick turnaround of ideas and implementations in his position...

INTERVIEW: Finding the passion in ‘Burn This’ on Broadway [Hollywood Soapbox]
Apr 30, 2019

Catch up with Appalachian alumnus David Furr '94 in an interview about his new show "Burn This." ...

Andee (Hendel) Burton '12

Appalachian alumna uses earth-friendly designs for Dr. Scholl’s shoes
Apr 29, 2019

Andee (Hendel) Burton ’12 walked in shoes on the other side of the world, leading to her position in product development for shoes that are...

Keith and Brian

Theatre professor honored with Community Engagement Award
Apr 29, 2019

Keith Martin, the John M. Blackburn Distinguished Professor of Theatre in Appalachian State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance, was...

Jack Martin

Appalachian professor works with Light Electric Vehicle Association to offer campus classes, training abroad
Apr 25, 2019

Jack Martin, senior lecturer in the Department of Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment at Appalachian State University, has partnered...

Destiny and Angela

Appalachian's Interior Design program hosts first annual Materials and Finishes Expo
Apr 24, 2019

The Interior Design program at Appalachian State University hosted the Materials and Finishes Expo on April 5 in the Grandfather Mountain...

Dr. Paulette Marty

Faculty Spotlight: Meet Dr. Paulette Marty
Apr 24, 2019

Dr. Paulette Marty is a professor of theatre arts in Appalachian State University. She joined the Department of Theatre and Dance in 2004.

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