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
App State community remembers Kristallnacht in 88th anniversary talk and ceremony
Nov 13, 2026
Three App State professors came together Monday to host a talk and ceremony in remembrance of Kristallnacht’s 88th anniversary, a night of anti-Jewi...
Grace Knapp '25 selected to receive Fulbright U.S. Student Program Award
Nov 13, 2026
The Office of Nationally Competitive Scholarships is pleased to share that three recent Appalachian State University graduates have been selected to r...
North Carolina Book Awards winners are announced [faculty featured]
Nov 13, 2026
The 2026 North Carolina Book Award recipients have been announced....
Sherry Lambert named Foster Grandparent Program director, elected to national AmeriCorps Seniors board
Nov 11, 2026
BOONE, N.C. — Following a national search, Sherry Lambert has been selected to lead the Foster Grandparent Program, succeeding longtime director Tam...
App State researchers discover footprint of Revolutionary War-era Fort Defiance
Nov 10, 2026
BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University excavation work at Fort Defiance has pinpointed the footprint of the Revolutionary War-era structure, hel...
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 Fall 2026 College of Arts and Sciences Commencement Ceremony will be held on Friday, December 11, at 9 a.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.