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Emily Rubio Pérez ’25 named 2026 North Carolina Council for the Social Studies Student Teacher of the Year Mar 3, 2026

Emily Rubio Pérez ’25, a graduate of Appalachian State University's History/Social Studies Education program from Sanford, has been named the 2026 North Carolina Council for the Socia

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From 800 picture books to one: App State’s Jewel Davis leads Caldecott Medal selection Feb 24, 2026

App State professor Jewel Davis read over 800 picture books to lead the selection of this year’s Caldecott Medal winner — an opportunity to elevate stories that spark a love of reading

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A cozy early‑learning classroom with two adults standing among bookshelves, children’s artwork, a couch, and play materials. The room features natural light from large windows, comfortable seating, and organized activity areas designed for young children.

App State offers accelerated training to help address child care shortages in Western NC Feb 17, 2026

To address child care staffing shortages in the region, App State and the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services are partnering to offer three Child Care Academies in Western NC... At Appalachian, Department of Child Development, Literacy, and Special Education, Child Development

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.

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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.

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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.

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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 S

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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 A

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A year of progress for 2017 Appalachian Innovation Scholars Mar 30, 2018

While five Appalachian State University faculty members were recently ann... At Appalachian

Appalachian interns to provide behavioral health services using US HRSA grant

Appalachian interns to provide behavioral health services using US HRSA grant Mar 27, 2018

Three faculty members in Appalachian State University’s Department of Human Development Psychological Counseling have been awarded $417,472

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US News & World Report includes Appalachian in ‘Best Graduate Schools’

US News & World Report Includes Appalachian in ‘Best Graduate Schools’ Mar 27, 2018

Appalachian State University ranks among U.S.

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