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...
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’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...
Appalachian professor directs season four of “A Craftsman’s Legacy”
Aug 25, 2017
Dr. Kelly Davis, assistant professor of electronic media/broadcasting in the Department of Communication at Appalachian State University, returns...
Appalachian donates fresh produce to local organizations for residents in need
Aug 24, 2017
This summer, students and faculty in Appalachian State University’s Goodnight Family Department of Sustainable Development forged a unique...
“Interrogation” exhibit opens during September First Friday at HOW Space
Aug 22, 2017
The exhibit “Interrogation” will open to the public at 7 p.m. on September 1 at HOW Space in downtown Boone. Art for the exhibit was designed by...
Interior design professor awarded Universal Design Grant
Aug 11, 2017
Alex Poorman, associate professor of interior design in the Department of Applied Design at Appalachian State University, has been awarded the...
Expanding Awareness: Appalachian hosts design camp for area youth
Aug 10, 2017
For the first time, Appalachian State University design educators held a summer camp for high school students in North Carolina—...
Gelber named AppTV general manager
Aug 7, 2017
After a national search, Robert Gelber has been named general manager of AppTV, Appalachian State University’s television station housed within...
Communication faculty member receives Wade H. Hargrove Community Leadership Award
Jul 28, 2017
Dan “Vallie” Hill, practitioner-in-residence in the Department of Communication and WASU-FM manager, was awarded the North Carolina Association...
Art management student interns with prestigious Diversity in Arts Leadership Program
Jul 25, 2017
Mellanee Goodman of Charlotte was attracted to Art Management as a degree that allowed her to explore her passion for art while also providing a...
Interior design faculty member named IIDA-Carolinas 2017 Educator of the Year
Jul 14, 2017
Associate Professor of Interior Design Alex Poorman has received the Carolinas Chapter of the International Interior Design Association (IIDA)...
Appalachian communication professor helps students turn assignments into podcast fame
Jul 13, 2017
At Appalachian State University some of the best essays of communication students now circulate far beyond campus, providing content for the...