August 2025 College of Arts and Sciences Staff Shout Outs
Sep 2, 2025
BOONE, N.C. — Awarded by the Appalachian State University Staff Senate, Staff Shout Outs recognize staff members for their positive contributions to the University.
Awards & Honors, Faculty & Staff, University NewsDr. Katie Mawhinney appointed Cain Distinguished Professor in Science Education
Aug 28, 2025
BOONE, N.C. — The Appalachian State University College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) has appointed Dr.
Awards & Honors, College News, Faculty & StaffFrom one mountain community to another: App State professor delivers warmth to Qwaqwa [faculty featured]
Aug 27, 2025
A spirit of international collaboration and heartwarming generosity filled the air on the Qwaqwa Campus as Prof Julie Shepherd-Powell, Graduate Pro
Faculty & Staff, Outreach & Community EngagementApp State research shows impact of climate stress on youth mental health
Aug 22, 2025
BOONE, N.C. — Natural disasters and climate change have a significant impact on the mental health of young people around the nation, according to new research led by Dr. Jennifer Runkle, a researcher at North Carolina State University and Dr.
College News, Faculty & Staff, Grants & Research, StudentsMeet the new faculty members joining App State's College of Arts and Sciences in 2025
Aug 21, 2025
BOONE, N.C. — This semester, nearly 30 new full-time faculty members are joining the Appalachian State University College of Arts and Sciences in both Boone and Hickory.
To learn more about some of them, read below.
College News, Faculty & StaffStudent archaeologists unearth Native American campsite, artifacts [faculty featured]
Aug 20, 2025
An archaeology team at Appalachian State University has discovered an ancient campsite containing 8,000-year-old artifacts, the university announced in a news release.
Faculty & Staff, Grants & Research, StudentsOld Fiddler's Convention is pushing 90 and keeping mountain music alive [faculty featured]
Aug 20, 2025
GALAX, Va. — Ellie Massey, 13, stands inside a giant, yellow tent with dozens of other contestants and practices singing the gospel tune, "I'll Fly Away." Her grandfather, Jim Coleman, and uncle, Jacob, accompany her on guitar and mandolin.
Faculty & Staff, Outreach & Community EngagementApp State honors Dr. Rose Mary Webb, Dr. Shanshan Lou with 2025 Departmental Leadership Awards
Aug 13, 2025
BOONE, N.C. — Recognized for their service to and lasting impact on Appalachian State University’s academic community, Dr. Rose Mary Webb and Dr. Shanshan Lou have been honored as this year’s Departmental Leadership Awards recipients.
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