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Beekeeper Dr. James Wilkes ’87, chair of Appalachian’s Department of Computer Science, manages 100 bee colonies on his family farm. His scholarly research, conducted in part with Dr. Joe Cazier and Dr. Ed Hassler, includes tracking and analyzing beekeeping management practices. Photo submitted

Biology Seminar Series hosts Computer Science Faculty and Beekeeper James Wilkes
Mar 18, 2019

Wednesday, March 20, 2019
4 p.m.

Rankin Science West, Room 183

Dr. James Wilkes of the Department of Computer Science, will be presenting a talk titled, "Honey Bee Health, Almonds, Fake Honey, Pesticides: Can Technology Help?"

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On top of the Quelccaya Ice Cap, junior geography major Cole Barrow, bottom right, relays measurements from a snow pit to senior geography major Michael Godwin, far left, and John Howarth, who played a supporting role during the expedition. Photo by Marie Freeman

Climbing into thin air for climate research
Mar 18, 2019

Education abroad takes Appalachian State University students all over the world to experience art, different cultures and fresh perspectives.

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Faculty Author Spotlight with Caleb Johnson, English
Mar 15, 2019

Next up in the Hughlene Bostian Frank Visiting Writers Series spring 2019 line-up is Caleb Johnson, the author of the novel "TREEBORNE"-- an honorable mention for the 2019 Southern Book Prize. He studied

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Tom Hansell on location

Faculty Author Spotlight with Tom Hansell, Appalachian Studies
Mar 13, 2019

After Coal: Stories of Survival in Appalachia and Wales
Tom Hansell - Center for Appalachian Studies

Thursday, March 21, 2019
6 p.m.
Reich College of Education, Room 124A

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Dr. Brandon Carpenter, Postdoctoral Fellow FIRST Program. Photo submitted.

Biology Seminar Series continues with Alumnus Dr. Brandon Carpenter
Mar 12, 2019

Wednesday, March 13, 2019
4 p.m.
Rankin Science West, Room 183

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Quinn Morris headshot

Mathematical Sciences Faculty and Student Researchers Receive Center for Undergraduate Research in Mathematics Grant
Mar 12, 2019

The Center for Undergraduate Research in Mathematics (CURM) provides funding for undergraduate research groups throughout the United States. A mini-grant for the 2019-20 academic year has been awarded to Dr.

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Truman Capote Scholarship Flyer

Department of English annual Truman Capote Literary Trust Award Competition open until March 21, 2019
Mar 8, 2019

The Truman Capote Literary Trust Award is an annual scholarship competition that alternates between prose and poetry each year.

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The Appalachian Veterans Arts & Humanities Collective to host Teresa Fazio
Mar 7, 2019

The Appalachian Veterans Arts & Humanities Collective is pleased to announce a residency by Teresa Fazio Thursday, April 4 and Friday, April 5, 2019 on the campus of Appalachian State University in Boone, N.C.

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Amanda Bianco, CAS Corps feature of the month headshot. Photo by Ellen Gwin Burnette

CAS Corps Feature of the Month: Senior Psychology Major Amanda Bianco
Mar 7, 2019

The CAS Corps are chosen to serve as representatives to all constituents of the College of Arts and Sciences and to create, promote and execute opportunities for academic and professional growth.

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