About the College
The College of Arts & Sciences at Appalachian State University is home to 17 academic departments, two centers and one residential college spanning the humanities and the social, mathematical and natural sciences. The college is dedicated to providing instruction and research essential to the University's mission and seeks to cultivate the habits of inquiry, learning and service among all its constituents.
College News
Wilmington’s Bread Whisperer [alumna featured]
Jan 8, 2026
“Sorry, Julia, but … Sue’s exploding.”Julia Castellano, owner of Little Loaf Bakery & Schoolhouse in Wilmington, smiles at her f...
In Lansing, North Carolina, A Music Festival Used Stringband Tunes To Drive Ongoing Hurricane Recovery Efforts [faculty featured]
Jan 7, 2026
All across Appalachia, communities have historically leaned on music to help get work done. Whether tending the garden or marching along the picket li...
Dr. Brett Taubman authors chapter in upcoming ACS Symposium Series volume
Jan 6, 2026
BOONE, N.C. — Dr. Brett Taubman, professor and director of the Fermentation Sciences program in Appalachian State University's A.R. Smith ...
Dr. Nancy Asen co-authors publications in Food Research International and Food Chemistry
Jan 6, 2026
BOONE, N.C. — Dr. Nancy Asen, assistant professor in Appalachian State University's A.R. Smith Department of Chemistry and Fermentation Sc...
Fall 2025 Dean's and Chancellor's Lists Released
Jan 5, 2026
BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University has released the Dean’s and Chancellor’s lists for the fall 2025 semester.836 students in the College...
Boone student seeks volunteers for fee-free English teaching program abroad [student featured]
Jan 5, 2026
BOONE — Appalachian State University junior Alli Ozboz is helping lead an international nonprofit program that sends young adults abroad to teach En...
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College of Arts and Sciences Faculty and Staff Awards
Each year, the College of Arts and Sciences recognizes several members of the faculty and staff for outstanding service, teaching or scholarly work.
Open House
The Spring 2026 Boone Open House will be held on Saturday, April 11, and Hickory Open House will be held on Saturday, April 25.
Student And Faculty Excellence (SAFE) Fund
The Student and Faculty Excellence (SAFE) Fund provides resources that can be used to transform the undergraduate and graduate experience.
Commencement
The Spring 2026 College of Arts and Sciences Commencement Ceremonies will be held on Satuday, May 9, at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.