At Appalachian

The inaugural Wilson Scholars, as new students, atop Table Rock in the Pisgah National Forest. The steep hike, according to Sarah Aldridge, second from left, became a metaphor for overcoming obstacles on the path to academic success. Photo submitted

Four years of transformative change
May 16, 2018

Appalachian State University chose its inaugural Wilson Scholars in 2014 for their extensive leadership and service experience in high schoo...

Nathan Weigl speaks at commencement for the Reich College of Education. Graduating with a dual Doctorate of Education/Master of Business Administration degree, he encouraged his fellow graduates, “Expect that you will find yourself in a position to make a lasting and meaningful difference in the lives of others.” Photo by Chase Reynolds

Over 3,500 students receive degrees at Appalachian during commencement ceremonies, May 11-12
May 15, 2018

Six commencement ceremonies were held at Appalachian State University over two days, Friday, May 11, and Saturday, May 12. Chancellor Sheri Everts beg...

Jenna D. Willis, a graduate student in Appalachian State University’s clinical mental health counseling program from Hatteras. Willis is the recipient of an NBCC Foundation grant to participate in the foundation’s Minority Fellowship Program. Photo submitted.

Appalachian’s Jenna Willis awarded NBCC Foundation fellowship
May 14, 2018

The NBCC Foundation, an affiliate of the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC), recently selected Jenna D. Willis, of Hatteras, for the ...

What's Your Truth: Episode 003 Black and Professional in Boone, NC

What's Your Truth: Episode 003 Black and Professional in Boone, NC
May 10, 2018

What's Your Truth?What's Your Truth host Nickolas Jordan is on a journey to find truth in the universe and he needs your help.Episode 3: Jordan a...

Emeriti status was conferred on 26 individuals by the Appalachian State University Board of Trustees at its meeting on March 16. Additionally, 59 other faculty members were voted to receive promotion and/or tenure.

Appalachian Board of Trustees confers faculty emeriti status, promotions and tenure
May 7, 2018

Emeriti status was conferred on 26 individuals by the Appalachian State University Board of Trustees at its meeting on March 16. Additionally, 59 othe...

Decorated Graduation Caps

Reich College of Education's Commencement Spring 2018 Ceremony is Friday, May 11
May 3, 2018

Reich College of Education welcomes graduates, families and guests for May 2018 Commencement:Date:  Friday, May 11, 2018Time: 11:00 am ...

Data and Assessment Specialist Jim Dees in Appalachian State University’s Office of Sustainability, right, shows visitors from Kurdistan, Iraq, a mobile app during a campus tour of Appalachian’s sustainability initiatives.

IREX grant supports leadership training to enhance Iraqi universities
Apr 26, 2018

Six faculty and administrators from Kurdistan, Iraq, visited Appalachian State University for leadership training in April as part of the U.S.-Ir...

Cross-Disciplinary Team of Faculty Receive Million Dollar NSF S-STEM Grant

Cross-Disciplinary Team of Faculty Receive Million Dollar NSF S-STEM Grant
Apr 26, 2018

A National Science Foundation (NSF) funded scholarship program at Appalachian State University is helping address the nation’s shortage in STEM grad...

Spooky Duke race

The Health Foundation supports Appalachian’s 2018 Spooky Duke Race and Costume Contest
Apr 18, 2018

The Health Foundation Inc. has provided matching funds for the eighth annual Spooky Duke Race and Costume Contest to take place in fall 2018.Kaar...

Watauga County Schools supports Appalachian’s ASC Center for 12th year
Apr 16, 2018

Students at Watauga High School will continue to have access to high-quality mental health services through Appalachian State University’s Assessmen...