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
126 years strong: Founders Day honors App State’s enduring legacy as a higher education leader
Oct 22, 2025
BOONE, N.C. — On Oct. 2, Appalachian State University held its eighth annual Founders Day, commemorating the university’s 126th year as a leader a...
Fall foliage forecaster predicts peak for leaf peeping season in Western North Carolina [faculty featured]
Oct 17, 2025
Howard Neufeld, a professor of plant eco-physiology at Appalachian State University in Boone, who also runs the "Fall Color Guy" Facebook page,&n...
App State Police Officer Cashae Cook earns NC’s highest award for women in law enforcement
Oct 17, 2025
BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University Police Officer Cashae Cook ’14 has been named Woman of the Year by the North Carolina Law Enforcem...
Carla Ramsdell debuts hurricane preparation series "The Resilient Kitchen"
Oct 16, 2025
BOONE, N.C. — On the first anniversary of Hurricane Helene hitting Western North Carolina, Carla Ramsdell, practitioner-in-residence in the Appalach...
Meet the CAS Corps: Sarah McCarroll
Oct 16, 2025
The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) Corps are chosen to serve as representatives to all constituents of CAS and to create, promote and execute oppo...
Fermentation Sciences students gain hands-on experience from local businesses
Oct 15, 2025
BOONE, N.C. — Erik Martella, wine specialist and lecturer in the Appalachian State University Department of Chemistry and Fermentation Sciences, mem...
Stay connected with the college — explore upcoming events, workshops, and celebrations on our events calendar.
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. The 2025 nomination form will open on Monday, August 11, and close on Friday, September 5.
Open House
The Fall 2025 Hickory Open House will be held on October 25 and the Boone Open House will be held on November 8. For details, click here or visit appstate.edu/openhouse.
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. Visit this page to learn more about this award, how to apply and current recipients.
Commencement
The Fall 2025 College of Arts and Sciences Commencement Ceremony will be held on Friday, December 12, at 5 PM. For details, click here or visit appstate.edu/commencement.