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Behind the Seams: Four Seniors Bring Vision and Voice to Showcase 2026
Apr 24, 2026

Every spring, a fashion runway is built inside the Holmes Convocation Center and it transforms into a place where Apparel Design & Merchandising seniors reveal the work that has consumed their minds, their hands, and often their hearts. Showcase, the program's annual fashion show...

Arianna Bennett

Senior Spotlight: Arianna Bennett, a double major, a creator, and compassionate leader
Apr 23, 2026

As she prepares to graduate from Appalachian State University, Arianna Bennett leaves behind a legacy defined by creativity, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to telling meaningful stories.

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100 Strong Productions Film Festival – App State Electronic Media /Broadcasting Student Representation
Apr 23, 2026

Two Appalachian State University filmmakers are preparing to see their work reach a wider audience this spring, as their documentary shorts have been selected for the 100 Strong Productions Student Film Festival, taking...

CIDA Accreditation 2023

Appalachian State University Interior Design Program awarded renewed accreditation by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation
May 26, 2023

BOONE, NC - Appalachian State University Interior Design Program has received a renewed accreditation from the...

2023 Awards of Distinction

App State honors 14 students, faculty and staff at inaugural Awards of Distinction ceremony
May 23, 2023

Appalachian State University honored 14 students, faculty and staff for their commitment to excellence in serving the university at its inaugural...

Department of Communication Debate Team 2023

Appalachian State University’s Speech and Debate Team Wraps Up a Successful Year
May 22, 2023

The Appalachian State University Speech and Debate Team ended their year with a string of successes, including most recently, a second place...

ROTC Spring 2023 Commissioning

R.O.T.C. - Serve and Lead Well
May 16, 2023

The Appalachian State University Reserve Officers' Training Corps held its Commissioning Ceremony on Saturday 13 May at Valborg Theatre. Fifteen...

Mandy Bass wins Erik Johnson Award

Appalachian State Sculpture Art Club Receives National School Spirit Award at the NCCCAIP
May 10, 2023

The newly formed Appalachian State University Sculpture Club, led by student, Mandy Bass, is the quintessential representation of the College of...

Eleven Finalists Named for the App State Student Teacher of the Year, Including Isabel Kaczmarek from Theatre & Dance
May 8, 2023

Isabel Kaczmarek, originally from Cary, North Carolina, is completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in theatre education in May 2023. “I have...

AppTV BEA Award 2023

Department of Communication Receives Multiple Awards at Broadcast Education Association National Conference
Apr 26, 2023

The Department of Communication faculty and students were recognized with awards at the Broadcast Education Association's (BEA)...

Department of Art Portrait Show

Department of Art - Painting and Drawing Area Present Student Exhibition, The Portrait Show
Apr 24, 2023

The Appalachian State University Painting and Drawing Area in the Department of Art is delighted to present a group exhibition of students' work...

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App State Industrial Design Student, Austin Liebgott, Wins 2nd Place at the IHA Student Design Competition
Apr 19, 2023

The International Housewares Association created its student design competition 30 years ago to "invigorate the housewares industry with the...

App State GCM Wins National Award

App State GCM Students Receive 1st Place for the Phoenix Challenge College 2023- Overall Excellence
Apr 17, 2023

The Phoenix Challenge College (PCC) is a national competition that starts with a year-long problem-solving project with participation from over...