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New Frontiers for App State’s Frontline-to-Farm Initiative
Jun 5, 2026

Appalachian State University’s Frontline-to-Farm program is entering a new phase of growth as interdisciplinary collaborations offer opportunities to strengthen support for military veterans, farmers, and rural communities across Western North Carolina.

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Appalachian State University's Department of Art Hosts Tangible Matters: Rock, Paper, Scissors
Jun 4, 2026

The Department of Art at Appalachian State University brought together four visiting artists for Tangible Matters: Rock, Paper, Scissors, a two-and-a-half-day immersive event held February 25–27 in Wey Hall.

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Dr. Laird Christensen in Scotland - Reimagining Adaptive Sustainability Curriculum
May 29, 2026

While traveling to Scotland this Spring to attend the Steps Change toward Sustainability Conference in Perth, Dr. Laird Christensen, Chair of the Sustainable Development Department, took advantage of the chance to meet with other sustainability educators.

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AI moves conservation efforts forward
Dec 10, 2025

by Bret Yager with University Communications

Recent leaps in artificial intelligence show promise for improving conservation...

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App State Announces Major Arts Collaboration for Spring 2026: Theatre & Dance and School of Music Join Forces for “Once Upon a Mattress”
Nov 23, 2025

by Keith Martin

BOONE, N.C. – For only the second time since 2014, the Appalachian State University Department of Theatre &...

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...

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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...

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The Fall Appalachian Dance Ensemble (FADE) Premieres Eight Original Works from November 19-23
Nov 10, 2025

BOONE, N.C. – Appalachian State University's Department of Theatre and Dance is premiering eight original dance works during the Fall Appalachian...