App State Senior Turns Classroom Knowledge Into a Thriving Family Farm
May 18, 2026
For Appalachian State University graduate Caden Cable, earning a degree in Sustainable Development with a concentration in Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture wasn't just an academic milestone — it was fuel for a growing dream already rooted in the red clay of Rowan County.
Keith Martin , John M. Blackburn Distinguished Professor of Theatre and Dance, Retires
May 14, 2026
After more than five decades of extraordinary leadership in the arts, Keith Martin will retire from his role as the John M. Blackburn Distinguished Professor of Theatre at Appalachian State University. His career spans 50+ years, over 450 productions, and acclaimed work across theatre, dance,...
Inside the World of “Sweeney Todd:” A Look at Dramaturgy in Theatre
Apr 6, 2018
By Anna Rhodes
HOW Space hosts "Core," an exhibition by Penland fellows, April 4-12
Apr 5, 2018
Alumni Elliot Keeley '16 and Devyn Vasquez '15, both graduates of the Appalachian State University Department of Art's studio BFA program, will...
Schaefer Center Presents “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street” April 13–15
Mar 29, 2018
The “The Schaefer Center Presents…” performance series, a program of Appalachian State University’s Office of Arts and Cultural Programs,...
Appalachian hosts Climate Justice Month in April
Mar 29, 2018
Starting April 1, Appalachian State University will host its first-ever Climate Justice Month to broaden the conversation surrounding climate...
Appalachian’s distance education offers life-changing opportunities
Mar 26, 2018
by Mary Anne Savage
With a full-time job and a newborn son, Jenna Friday ‘17 was faced with limited options when she decided to pursue a...
“Theatre Piece #1 Revisited: A Happening” A Celebration of the Original 1952 Happening
Mar 23, 2018
By Anna Rhodes
Appalachian Young People’s Theatre premieres “The Hero Twins: Blood Race”
Mar 23, 2018
By Anna Rhodes
Appalachian students place second and third in High Point Design Competition
Mar 19, 2018
By Mary Anne Savage
Appalachian State University students Brandon Jarrett of Weaverville and Jacob Still of Tampa took home second and...
A Community Conversation: "Sweeney Todd", a musical for unsettling times
Mar 16, 2018
By Anna Rhodes
Q&A with Ramón Esquivel: Noted Latino playwright reflects on his residency at Appalachian
Mar 16, 2018
By Anna Rhodes