About the College
The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) 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. Learn more about CAS.
College News
Recognizing App State’s high-achieving ‘cord collectors’ [student featured]
May 1, 2026
Another May 2026 graduate with both high achievements and aspirations is Chloe Lemos, a senior criminal justice major who has accumulated five graduat...
App State professor brings ramp research to BRAHM [faculty featured]
May 1, 2026
BLOWING ROCK — An Appalachian State University professor is using DNA science to protect ramps and help the Cherokee keep a centuries-old tradition ...
Former students turned professors: App State alums reflect on their return to the High Country [faculty featured]
May 1, 2026
During fall break of 1999, Ralph Lentz was a new professor at Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute. One Saturday night, he received a ca...
From seminary to studio: How losing his faith led an App State professor to a decade of exploring everyone else's [faculty featured]
May 1, 2026
BOONE — For more than 70 years, the Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary has prepared devoted believers for a life of ministry. It took Conrad ...
Announcing the 2025-26 App State CAS Senior Award Recipients
Apr 29, 2026
BOONE, N.C. — The Appalachian State University College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) hosted the 2025-26 CAS Senior Awards Ceremony on Friday, April 24,...
Stay connected with the college — explore upcoming events, workshops, and celebrations on our events calendar.
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.
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.
SAFE Fund
The SAFE Fund provides resources that can be used to transform the student experience and support faculty teaching, research, and engagement.
Open House
The Fall 2026 Boone Open House will be held on Saturday, October 17, and Hickory Open House will be held on Saturday, October 24.