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

Brian Harnetty

March 5-6: Brian Harnetty

Brian Harnetty is an interdisciplinary sound artist who works with archives and communities to foster social change. He creates sonic encounters cente...

Alice Fisher

January 2025 College of Arts and Sciences Staff Shout Outs

BOONE, N.C. — Awarded by the Appalachian State University Staff Senate, Staff Shout Outs recognize staff members for their positive contributions to...

The Lab iMPACTLY Nonprofit Workshop aims to equip local nonprofits with the tools, strategies and insights needed to enhance their impact, particularly in securing and managing grants.

April 3: Lab iMPACTLY Nonprofit Workshop

Lab iMPACTLY Nonprofit WorkshopThursday, April 3, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.Room 201A (Price Lake), Plemmons Student Union[Add to Google Calendar] [V...

Trevor McKenzie is the director of Appalachian State University's Center for Appalachian Studies. Photo submitted

March 27: Blue Ridge Ballads Revisited with Apalachian Studies' Trevor McKenzie

This presentation and performance traces the history behind ballads from the Blue Ridge Mountains. While strongly associated with European and British...

The 2025 Boone Docs Film Festival

February 21-22: 4th Annual Boone Docs Film Festival

BOONE, N.C. — The 2025 Boone Docs Film Festival, showcasing short documentaries focused on the people who live and work in Appalachia, expands this ...

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Dr. William Schumann ’94 ’99 ’00 appointed 2024-27 Sharpe Chair

BOONE, N.C. — Dr. William ("Billy") Schumann ’94 ’99 ’00 has been appointed the 2024-27 Sharpe Chair. Made possible through an endowment estab...

Student And Faculty Excellence (SAFE) Fund

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.