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Four Reich College of Education Students Recognized by the Cratis D. Williams School of Graduate Studies May 5, 2026

Four Reich College of Education (RCOE) students were recognized by Appalachian State University’s Cratis D. Williams School of Graduate Studies for the Spring 2026 semester.

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2026 Reich College of Education Award Recipients Named May 5, 2026

Nine faculty and staff members of Appalachian State University’s Reich College of Education (RCOE), along with the Special Education Department of Labor Grant Faculty, were recently honored

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Appalachian Educators Club and Abby Silvers Honored at Black and Gold Leadership Awards Ceremony Apr 21, 2026

The Appalachian Educators Club and graduate student Abby Silvers were recognized at Appalachian State University’s Black and Gold Leadership Awards Ceremony, hosted by Club Council and Campu

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2025 Reich College of Education Award Recipients Named May 13, 2025

Nine faculty and staff members of Appalachian State University’s Reich College of Education (RCOE), along with the Scholars with Diverse Abi

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App State earns R2 designation for high research activity and doctorate production Feb 17, 2025

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App State Online degree programs earn high rankings from US News & World Report Jan 31, 2025

The university placed within the top 30% of schools recognized for online master’s education programs as part of U.S.

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Perseverance pays off: Over 1,500 App State graduates achieve degrees this fall Dec 17, 2024

Appalachian State University celebrated graduates’ achievements during Fall 2024 Commencement ceremonies on Dec.

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Dr. Mark Dougherty Receives Presidential Medallion for Staff Excellence Sep 11, 2024

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Announcing the 2024 Community Award Winners for Spirit of Boone: 75th Annual Membership Gathering Sep 11, 2024

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its 75th Annual Membership Gathering on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at Grandview Ballroom at... In the Media, Alumni Update, Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership, Higher Education, Department of Leadership and Educational Studies, Department of Counseling, Family Therapy, and Higher Education

App State celebrates alumni excellence — 3 Mountaineers honored at 2024 Alumni Awards Gala Jul 22, 2024

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