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
In the News: Dr. Rachel Smith discusses space and time [faculty featured]
Jul 26, 2024
After talking with a NASA astronaut, we at Due South wanted to learn more about research that’s happening here on Earth....
Appalachian Journal (vol. 51, no. 3-4) now available
Jul 25, 2024
BOONE, N.C. — The new Appalachian Journal (vol. 51, no. 3-4) celebrates the life and career of Gurney Norman, Appalachian writer, documentarian, Eng...
App State's College of Arts and Sciences announces two new department chairs
Jul 23, 2024
BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University’s College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) is pleased to announce the appointment of two new academic departm...
App State celebrates alumni excellence — 3 Mountaineers honored at 2024 Alumni Awards Gala
Jul 21, 2024
BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University’s Alumni Association honored three Mountaineers at the 2024 Alumni Awards Gala, held Jul...
In the News: Dr. Scott Marshall explains recent spike in Western North Carolina earthquakes [faculty featured]
Jul 11, 2024
Western North Carolina felt three earthquakes in 24 hours in June, and one Appalachian State University professor said a recently discovered faul...
Dr. Rwany Sibaja appointed Executive Director of Teacher Education for App State's College of Arts and Sciences
Jul 10, 2024
BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University’s College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Rwany Sibaja, associ...
Mountain Studies Lecture
Join us on Wednesday, October 9, for the 2024 Mountain Studies Lecture: "After the Ashfall: What Ancient Environmental Disasters Can Tell Us About Human Attachments to the Landscape" with Dr. María Nieves Zedeño.
Faculty & 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 2024 nomination form will open on August 12, 2024, and close on August 30, 2024.
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.