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Dr. Matt Estep, a plant geneticist and associate professor in Appalachian State University’s Department of Biology, performs fieldwork at Rich Mountain Bald — part of the Tater Hill Preserve located in northern Watauga County. The preserve is a plant conservation project owned and managed by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture’s Plant Conservation Program. Photo by Ellen Gwin Burnette

App State genetic diversity study to inform US Fish and Wildlife conservation efforts for endangered NC plant
Jun 30, 2021

Spreading avens, a rare plant that thrives in Western North Carolina — at elevations of more than 4,000 feet — is in danger of extinction.

College News, Faculty & Staff, Grants & Research, Sustainability
Dr. Martha McCaughey, professor in the Department of Sociology and member of the Heterodox Academy's Writers Group. Photo by Marie Freeman.

Sociology Professor joins Prestigious Writers Group
Jun 24, 2021

Dr. Martha McCaughey, professor in the Department of Sociology, has become a member of the Heterodox Academy's Writers Group, a nonprofit organization.

College News, Awards & Honors, Faculty & Staff
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Who's Who: CASSH Student Records and Advising
Jun 23, 2021

Getting to know our Staff: CASSH Student Records and Advising 

Natalie Blackwelder 

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Caption: SAFE faculty recipient Dr. Sarah-Beth Hopton, associate professor and internship director, Department of English. Photo by University Communications.

SAFE Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Sarah-Beth Hopton
Jun 21, 2021

SAFE Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Sarah-Beth Hopton  Dr. Sarah-Beth Hopton, associate professor and internship director, Department of English 

Student and Faculty Excellence (SAFE) fund recipient

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Who's Who: Administrative and Support Positions
Jun 18, 2021

Getting to know our Staff: Administrative and Support Positions 

Vivid Oguntoyinbo 

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SAFE faculty recipient Dr. Jamie Yarbrough, School Psychology Program Director, Department of Psychology. Photo by University Communications.

SAFE Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Jamie Yarbrough
Jun 14, 2021

SAFE Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Jamie Yarbrough Dr. Jamie Yarbrough, program director, Department of Psychology

Student and Faculty Excellence (SAFE) fund recipient

Project: “Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)”

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This badge signifies Appalachian State University is a top producer of Fulbright scholars and students for the 2020–21 academic year. App State is one of 17 schools nationwide to receive this honor. Image courtesy of Fulbright Program

App State one of 17 US schools named a top producer of Fulbright scholars and students for 2020–21
Jun 11, 2021

Appalachian State University has been recognized as a top producing institution for Fulbright scholars and students for the 2020–21 academic year, according to the U.S. Department of State and Institute of International Education (IIE).

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Ann Page, an instructor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology in the College of Arts and Sciences at Appalachian State University (1967-2009) for 1978-79. University Archives.

Dr. Ann Louise Page: Dedicated member of the Appalachian Community
Jun 10, 2021

Commitment to her field was a significant part of Dr. Ann Louise Page’s life. Ann was born on December 10, 1946, in Huntington, West Virginia.

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Who's Who: STEM and Research Support Staff
Jun 9, 2021

Getting to know our Staff: STEM and Research Support Staff

Steven Beck

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SAFE faculty recipient Dr. Andrew Smith, associate professor, Department of Psychology. Photo by University Communications.

SAFE Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Andrew Smith
Jun 7, 2021

SAFE Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Andrew Smith  Dr. Andrew Smith, associate professor, Department of Psychology 

Student and Faculty Excellence (SAFE) fund recipient

Project: “Research Project for Honors Class”

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