College News

CAS Corps member Mason Fuller is a junior physics major from Colfax. Photo by Lauren Gibbs.

CAS Corps Feature: Mason Fuller
Mar 15, 2024

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 opportunities for academic and professional growth.

College News, CAS Corps, Students
Kevin Young '07, lecturer in the Appalachian State University Department of English

SAFE Faculty Spotlight: Kevin Young '07
Mar 7, 2024

Dr. Kevin Young '07, Lecturer, Department of English
Student and Faculty Excellence (SAFE) Fund Recipient: Spring 2023

College News, Faculty & Staff, Grants & Research, SAFE Grant, Support
Dr. Lynn Lewis, Allyson Greer, and Dr. Albert Overbay

Donors Honor Chemistry Professor With Scholarship To Help Rural Students and Naming Classroom Space
Mar 6, 2024

It is sometimes difficult to measure the impact a teacher has on their students, but one former student found a unique way to honor an Appalachian State University faculty member who made a big difference in his life and career. 

College News, Support, Students
Christian Clevenger '23

SAFE Student Spotlight: Christian Clevenger '23
Mar 5, 2024

Christian Clevenger '23
Student and Faculty Excellence (SAFE) Fund Recipient: Spring 2023

Project: "Is False-Consensus Bias Present When Making Judgments of Self-Esteem in Others?"

College News, Grants & Research, SAFE Grant, Students, Support
iBackAPP 2024 will be held on Wednesday, March 6.

Support the App State College of Arts and Sciences during iBackAPP 2024
Mar 4, 2024

BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University's 2024 iBackAPP giving celebration will be held for 24 hours on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. The App State College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) is one of 18 priorities during this year's iBackAPP event.

Alumni, College News, SAFE Grant, Support
Joseph Bathanti

Joseph Bathanti named to the North Carolina Literary Hall of Fame
Mar 1, 2024

BOONE, N.C. — Former North Carolina Poet Laureate (2012-14) and Appalachian State University Professor Joseph Bathanti has been named to the North Carolina Literary Hall of Fame (NCLHOF), an honor reserved for five of the state's most beloved and accomplished writers.

Awards & Honors, College News, Faculty & Staff
CAS Corps member Luke Darney is a junior chemistry major from Cary. Photo submitted

CAS Corps Feature: Luke Darney
Mar 1, 2024

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 opportunities for academic and professional growth.

College News, CAS Corps, Students
Dr. Annkatrin Rose, associate professor in Appalachian State University's Department of Biology

SAFE Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Annkatrin Rose
Feb 29, 2024

Dr. Annkatrin Rose, Associate Professor, Department of Biology
Student and Faculty Excellence (SAFE) Fund Recipient: Spring 2023

College News, Faculty & Staff, Grants & Research, SAFE Grant, Support
Josh Platt '21 '22

February 2024 CAS Staff Spotlight: Josh Platt '21 '22
Feb 28, 2024

Each month of the academic year, the Appalachian State University College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) randomly selects one staff member to be featured in a staff spotlight on our website and social media accounts and to receive a small gift in recognition of their service to the College.

College News, Faculty & Staff, Staff Spotlights
Erika Hernandez '23

SAFE Student Spotlight: Erika Hernandez '23
Feb 27, 2024

Erika Hernandez '23
Student and Faculty Excellence (SAFE) Fund Recipient: Spring 2023

Project: "Watauga County Spring BioBlitz: Raising Awareness of Local Biodiversity in the Community"

College News, Grants & Research, SAFE Grant, Students, Support