At Appalachian

Justin Chandler ’16, teaching at West Alexander Middle School in Taylorsville. Photo by Rebekah Saylors

Graduate Pens Young Adult Novel, Uses it in His Teaching
Feb 27, 2018

Justin Chandler ’16 graduated from Appalachian State University with a bachelor’s degree in middle grades education-language arts and science...

Representatives from the 2018 YALI institute partners at the partner retreat held in Washington, D.C., in early February.

Appalachian to Host 2018 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders
Feb 21, 2018

For the third consecutive year, Appalachian State University has been selected as an institute partner for the 2018 Mandela Washington Fellowship for ...

“The Laramie Project” — a play by Moisés Kaufman and members of Tectonic Theater Project — is the 2018-19 Common Reading Program selection for first-year students at Appalachian.

Appalachian’s Common Reading Program Announces 2018-19 Selection
Feb 20, 2018

The Common Reading Program at Appalachian State University announces its 2018-19 book selection — “The Laramie Project,” by Moisés Kaufman and ...

“Blurred Boundaries: The Experience of War and Its Aftermath” announces its second discussion series, to take place during February, March and April on Appalachian State University’s campus.

Public Film and Discussion Series “Blurred Boundaries: The Experience of War and Its Aftermath” Announces Spring 2018 Offerings
Feb 12, 2018

“Blurred Boundaries: The Experience of War and Its Aftermath” announces its second discussion series, to take place during February, March and Apr...

College Factual, a source of data analytics and insights on college outcomes, recently released two rankings that included Appalachian State University as a top school for specific types of students.

College Factual Names Appalachian Among Best Colleges for Veterans and International Students
Feb 12, 2018

College Factual, a source of data analytics and insights on college outcomes, recently released two rankings that included Appalachian State Universit...

Masters Matter

Masters Matter: Dr. Hunter Boylan & Wes Shipley, Higher Education
Feb 9, 2018

Masters Matter PodcastConsidering graduate school? Masters really do matter at Appalachian State University! Get an inside peek into the graduate expe...

Masters Matter

Masters Matter: Dr. Jill VanHorne & Swathi Prabhu, Professional School Counseling
Feb 9, 2018

Masters Matter PodcastConsidering graduate school? Masters really do matter at Appalachian State University! Get an inside peek into the graduate expe...

Appalachian State University ranks among 300 institutions named in the 2018 “Best Values in Colleges” list published within Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine

Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Includes Appalachian in 2018 ‘Best Values in Public Colleges’
Jan 31, 2018

Appalachian State University ranks among 300 institutions named in the 2018 “Best Values in Colleges” list published within Kiplinger’s Personal...

Meghan LeFevers, sole 2017-18 Milken Educator Award recipient from North Carolina, addresses an assembly of students, staff and guests gathered in her honor within Bessemer City High School’s gymnasium. Photo courtesy of Milken Educator Awards

Meghan LeFevers '07: 2017-18 Milken Educator Award Recipient
Jan 19, 2018

Appalachian State University alumna Meghan LeFevers ’07, assistant principal at Bessemer City High School (BCHS), is among 44 honorees to recei...

Best online programs

US News & World Report Includes Appalachian in ‘Best Online Programs’
Jan 10, 2018

Appalachian State University made U.S. News & World Report’s 2018 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs and 2018 Best Online Graduate Education Prog...