Marianne Adams, Theatre and Dance, Retires After 44 Years
May 13, 2026
We bid a fond farewell to Marianne Adams. Marianne has been teaching at Appalachian since 1982.
As a Dance Studies professor at Appalachian, she has created over thirty-five new courses in the curriculum, directed the dance program, and created the Dance Honors program.
Richard Prisco, Professor of Industrial Design, Retires After 16 Years at App State
May 12, 2026
Since joining Appalachian State University in 2010, Professor Richard Prisco has guided the furniture concentration of Industrial Design with dedication and vision. Richard has been essential in shaping curriculum and fostering global industry connections. He has led projects with Groovy Stuff...
Appalachian State University presents the Spring Appalachian Dance Ensemble March 21-25
Mar 8, 2018
By Anna Rhodes
The Appalachian State University Department of Theatre and Dance will step into spring with its annual performance of the...
Award-winning student finds inspiration at Appalachian
Mar 6, 2018
Senior industrial design major Walter Mingledorff may have started his collegiate career at Tallahassee Community College but has found a home...
Theatre students experience master class with Tony Award-winning actress Beth Leavel
Mar 2, 2018
By Anna Rhodes
On Feb. 23, Tony Award-winning actress Beth Leavel led a performance master class for eight theatre arts majors at...
STBE's Kevin Gamble named a 2018 Chancellor's Innovation Scholar
Mar 1, 2018
Five Appalachian State University faculty members have been selected to receive the 2018 Appalachian Innovation Scholars Program (AISP) awards....
Appalachian students design park plan for Tennessee city
Feb 28, 2018
An expression wall, solar panel lighting and an in-ground amphitheater were just a few of the ideas that a group of Appalachian State University...
Art professor's work acquired by the Asheville Museum of Science
Feb 27, 2018
A large-scale print installation by April Flanders, associate professor in Appalachian State University’s Department of Art, was recently...
Take the Initiative — the Mending Initiative — on February 24
Feb 21, 2018
By Mary Anne Savage
Appalachian State University professor previews LOAM for local residents
Feb 19, 2018
By Mary Anne Savage
On Feb. 2, Boone locals enjoyed a sneak peek preview of LOAM, a production conceived and performed by Assistant...
Tony Award-winning actress Beth Leavel to present master class at Appalachian on Feb. 23
Feb 16, 2018
By Anna Rhodes
The Appalachian State University Department of Theatre and Dance will present a master class on musical theatre featuring...
Appalachian celebrates Theatre in Our Schools Month with high school workshops
Feb 16, 2018
On Feb. 24, the Appalachian State University Department of Theatre and Dance will host a day of theatre workshops to celebrate Theatre in Our...