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Theatre and Dance Explores the Art of Noh in Japan
Aug 24, 2026

The Department of Theatre and Dance recently completed a three‑week study abroad program in Tokyo titled “The Music, Drama, and Performance of Noh.” Led by Assistant Professor of Acting and Stage Movement Elizabeth Parks, the immersive experience introduced students to one of Japan’s oldest and...

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Appalachian State’s Travis Donovan Completes 2026 Digital Stone Project & International Artist Residency
Aug 12, 2026

The Appalachian State University Department of Art is proud to announce that Associate Professor and Sculpture Coordinator Travis Donovan has recently returned from Gramolazzo, Italy, after completing the 2026 Digital Stone Project (DSP) Residency. This marks Donovan’s second time participating...

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Appalachian State professor takes 3D printing approach to clay, ceramics [UNC-GA]
Sep 30, 2016

What if there was a machine that could bring your artistic vision to life in clay? Can technology bridge a gap that could allow non-artists to...

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Theatre and Dance presents ballroom dance lecture and demo
Sep 28, 2016

The Appalachian State University Department of Theatre and Dance will present a ballroom dance lecture and demonstration by lifelong ballroom...

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The Smith Gallery hosts visiting artist Sheryl Oring Sept. 29
Sep 26, 2016

Sheryl Oring brings her “I Wish to Say Project” to Appalachian State University on Thursday, Sept. 29 as part of the Smith Gallery’s visiting...

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Kelly Davis, an assistant communication professor at Appalachian State University, directs another season of “A Craftsman’s Legacy”
Sep 22, 2016

Kelly Davis, an assistant professor of electronic media and broadcasting in the Department of Communication at Appalachian State University, has...

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Appalachian State University hosts “Power of Design 16”
Sep 21, 2016

Students, faculty and the community are invited to kick off “Power of Design 16” by attending a reception at 6:30 p.m. and panel discussion at 7...

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Communication student covers hot topics with Dean of Students on AppTV
Sep 19, 2016

Shannon Carr, a senior electronic media and broadcasting and political science double major, recently sat down with Dean of Students J.J. Brown...

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ASU geology, art department collaborating on life-size "dinosaur" model [Mountain Times]
Sep 13, 2016

Appalachian State University is the home to several unique sculptures, and is currently in the process of bringing history to life with a new...

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Theatre and Dance presents the 2016 “First Year Showcase”
Sep 9, 2016

BOONE—The Appalachian State University Department of Theatre and Dance will present the 2016 “First Year Showcase” September 22–24 at 7 p.m. with...

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Wayfinding study provides unique research opportunities for undergraduates
Sep 6, 2016

Dr. Hessam Ghamari has long been interested in evidence-based healthcare design. In recent years, his research focus has shifted specifically to...