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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 & Dance and the Hayes School of Music are collaborating on a co-production of a popular Broadway musical.

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 private donation supporting the renovation of Wey Hall. The gift will upgrade labs and studio spaces and establish the Cathy P.

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Every Step Tells a Story at the Appalachian Dance Ensemble: Student and Faculty Showcase Runs November 20 - 24
Nov 7, 2024

The love of dance at App State will never FADE

by: Willow Brookshire and Lauren Sharpe

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Meet Cadet Joshua Hamacher: A Story of Leadership and Perserverance
Oct 29, 2024

Cadet Joshua Hamacher, a senior at Appalachian State University, embodies a unique blend of commitment, both to his country and his community....

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Welcoming Hannah Bennett, Development Director for the College of Fine & Applied Arts at Appalachian State University
Oct 21, 2024

The College of Fine and Applied Arts is excited to announce that Hannah Bennett has joined the college as the new Director of Development,...