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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

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N.C. Humanities Council awards planning funds for ‘Decolonizing Citizenship and Indigenous Lifeways’ project Mar 19, 2018

An interdisciplinary team at Appalachian State University has received a planning grant in the amount of $715 from the ... At Appalachian

Irwin “Ike” Belk mimics the gesture of the bronze boy in “Just Reach a Little Higher,” a sculpture he commissioned for the Reich College of Education in 2012.

Dedicated benefactor and philanthropist Irwin ‘Ike’ Belk remembered Mar 12, 2018

Many of the sculptures that adorn Appalachian State University’s campus were gifted by Irwin “Ike” Belk.

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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 ... At Appalachian

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... At Appalachian

“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, M

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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... At Appalachian

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&

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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 ... At Appalachian

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