Welcome Interim Dean, Dr. Shanshan Lou
Aug 18, 2025
We extend a warm welcome to Dr. Shanshan Lou who will serve as the Interim Dean for both the College of Fine and Applied Arts and the Hayes School of Music for the fall 2025 semester. Dr. Lou comes to us from the Department of Communication where she served as Chair for the past 2 years.
Announcement: Dr. Carolyn Edy as Assistant Chair in the Department of Communication
Jul 21, 2025
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Carolyn Edy on her appointment as Assistant Chair of the Department of Communication at Appalachian State University. In this role, she will support departmental leadership, guide curriculum development, and champion faculty initiatives.
Q&A with South African playwright Muthal Naidoo
Apr 19, 2017
By Nancye Edwards
The writer visits the High Country to participate in the world premiere of her work, “Flight from the...
Appalachian State University presents "Troubled Water: Voices from Bath" on April 19
Apr 19, 2017
"Troubled Water: Voices from Bath" is a multi-media presentation on the proposed Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP). The event uses exquisite...
IDEXlab unveils HOW Space to promote community collaboration [The Appalachian]
Apr 14, 2017
On April 7, faculty and students of the IDEXlab joined student artists and the public to celebrate the unveiling of the HOW Space, a...
Appalachian State University presents world premiere production by noted South African playwright
Apr 13, 2017
The Department of Theatre and Dance at Appalachian State University is producing the world premiere of “Flight from the Mahabharath” by noted...
Applied Design hosts “Showcase 2017” on April 23
Apr 12, 2017
The Department of Applied Design’s Apparel Design and Merchandising program will present “Showcase 2017” at Holmes Convocation Center on Sunday,...
Appalachian students partner with biomaterials company, build sustainable products
Apr 11, 2017
Furniture designer Alyssa Coletti is determined to expand student exposure to and experience with sustainable design. An adjunct in Appalachian...
Appalachian Young People’s Theatre celebrates 45 years of smiles throughout the High Country
Apr 7, 2017
By Nancye Edwards
Appalachian faculty and students collaborate on energy conservation research
Apr 6, 2017
By Madalene Smith
Theatre professor puts design skills to work in collaboration with Hayes School of Music
Apr 4, 2017
Mike Helms, professor of theatre arts in Appalachian State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance, is bringing his vast knowledge of set...
Sustainable development major places first in state-wide poetry contest
Mar 31, 2017
By Madalene Smith
Morgan DePue, a senior sustainable development major, was the winner of this year’s Sherry Pruitt Poetry Contest. The...