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App State receives first major private donation for Wey Hall renovation project
Nov 13, 2025

Appalachian State University has received a bold commitment of $300,000 from Luke Walling, founder of Temprano Techvestors — the first major private donation supporting the renovation of Wey Hall. The gift will upgrade labs and studio spaces and establish the Cathy P.

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CAA-Funded Field Trip Transforms Art History Students Through Experiential Learning in NYC
Nov 10, 2025

The fourteen Department of Art students enrolled in Dr. Erin Peters’ ARH 4030 capstone class traveled to New York City for experiential learning and professional development October 30 - November 2, 2025 with support from the College Art Association’s Art History Travel Fund.

Research and Creative Activity at App State

Submissions Open for Annual Research and Creative Activity at Appalachian Event
Jul 11, 2025

The Office of Research and Innovation at Appalachian State University is hosting the seventh annual...

Sheryl Oring

Introducing Sheryl Oring, New Chair for the Department of Applied Design
Jun 26, 2025

We are pleased to announce that Sheryl Oring has been named the new Chair of Applied Design in the College of Fine and Applied Arts.

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Four App State students selected for prestigious national metalsmithing exhibition
Jun 24, 2025

BOONE, N.C. — Four undergraduate students from Appalachian State University's studio art program have achieved national recognition by having...

Dr. Laird Christensen

Introducing Dr. Laird Christensen to CFAA’s Sustainable Development
May 30, 2025

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Laird Christensen as the new Chair of Sustainable Development in the College of Fine and Applied Arts. A respected...

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Climate Stories Collaborative and Pathways to Resilience Program Brought Art-Science Integration to App State Earth Week Celebration
May 12, 2025

BOONE, NC — May 6, 2025 — The Climate Stories Collaborative, co-coordinated by Dr. Lorraine Affourtit (Art) and Assistant Professor, Dr. Derek...