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Six App State faculty members earn Walker College of Business professorships
BOONE, N.C. — Six faculty members at Appalachian State University have been appointed to professorships in the Walker College of Business, and four have been reappointed to second terms. Professorships recognize faculty members who have demonstrated outstanding performance in instruction, service or scholarly activities. The recipients receive a salary...
Difference of Opinion: Welcome Week at App State
Welcome Week is a true depiction of the school year. Welcome Week at App State is more than just the beginning of campus life; it is a preview of the range of experiences students can expect throughout the academic year. The week is packed with activities, events and opportunities designed to help new students get involved in the Mountaineer community, thanks to organizations like APPS, fraternity and sorority life, academic clubs and many sporting events.
Letter from the Editor: And we’re back
The dorms are decorated, Sanford Mall is crowded again, classes are about to begin, papers are back on stands and we’re back. Welcome to campus for the 2024-25 academic year, Mountaineers! Whether this is your first time on campus or it’s your final semester or year, we all have one thing in common: App State is home and we are your student-run news outlet you can rely on for all things App State. Thank you for picking up our first issue of the academic year.
Appalachian State University’s Chancellor Search Advisory Committee meeting – Thursday August 15, 2024
Appalachian State University's Chancellor Search Advisory Committee convened today (Thursday, August 15, 2024) to officially kick off the search for the next Chancellor. On June 28, 2024, University of North Carolina System President Peter Hans announced the formation of the 13-member advisory committee. The general public, along with App State...
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