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12th annual iBackAPP Day of Giving draws over 3,100 App State supporters worldwide Apr 22, 2025

During the 12th annual iBackAPP Day of Giving, App State celebrated contributions from more than 3,100 donors spanning 45 states and six countries.

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App State opens Mofford and Giffin Food Hub at its Hickory campus Apr 16, 2025

App State has opened a new food pantry - the Mofford and Giffin Food Hub - at its Hickory campus.

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Father Duck returns: Duck committee forms Apr 16, 2025

Around a year ago, the caretaker of App State's ducks was given a feature story in The Appalachian that led to the creation of the App State duck committee.

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App State celebrates more than 3,600 Class of 2021 graduates May 18, 2021

Appalachian State University’s black and gold pride was on full display during its Spring 2021 Commencement.

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App State higher education professor helps create, co-directs Alliance for Research on Regional Colleges Apr 9, 2021

Exploring and explaining rural-serving higher education institutions and the roles they play regionally across the U.S.

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Reich College of Education makes five-peat in National Board rankings Apr 6, 2021

App State’s Reich College of Education ranked first in the nation to produce National Board Certified teachers for the fifth consecutive yea

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App State honors 4 staff members for excellence Feb 18, 2021

Congratulations to Amy Odom, who is currently enrolled in the master's in higher education program, and Crystal Weisner, who is curr

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Burnout Prevention series aids aspiring and current teachers with pandemic fatigue Feb 18, 2021

Students and professors are facing more stress than ever before as they balance classes with their social life, Zoom fatigue and endless to-do... At Appalachian

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Reimagined App State residence hall to offer community for transfer students Feb 18, 2021

Beginning this fall, students who are transferring into Appalachian State University will have the opportunity to live in the university’s f

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Small celebrations: How one professor spreads peace during pandemic Feb 18, 2021

Walking through the College Street parking deck, Dr.

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App State transfer student has a ‘Head Start’ on her career Jan 28, 2021

Kaitlyn Helton is an instructional support associate in McDowell County’s Head Start program — and is pursuing her ... At Appalachian, Child Development