Center Names Winner of the First JHP Student Research Paper Prize
May 28, 2021
In early May, the Center for Judaic, Holocaust, and Peace Studies honored Alexander Gilliatt (GJS/JHP) as the first recipient of the newly-introduced JHP Student Research Paper Prize. Gabe Atkinson (HIS/JHP) received an honorable mention.
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App State joins Universities Studying Slavery consortium, continues its work to foster diversity and inclusion
May 27, 2021
Appalachian State University is among more than 70 higher education institutions across the nation and world that have joined the Universities Studying Slavery (USS) consortium to foster greater diversity and inclusion within their campus and local communities.
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Service-learning and undergrad research make the grade for student Tatum Schwartz
May 25, 2021
When Tatum Schwartz arrived at Appalachian State University she did not anticipate launching a clothing drive for migrant families or assisting in a research study on the lingering impacts of a global pandemic — two of her most meaningful experiences as a sociology major, she said.
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11 App State students awarded MAKO Medical Scholarships for spring 2021
May 21, 2021
Eleven undergraduate students at Appalachian State University — including three student veterans and five student-athletes — have received spring 2021 scholarships supported by a gift from Raleigh-based MAKO Medical Laboratories.
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Peace and genocide education club honored with 2021 Student Organization Leadership award
May 19, 2021
At the end of this term, the Peace and Genocide Education Club (PGEC) garnered another recognition by receiving the 2021 “Outside the Box” award from Appalachian State Club Council.
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App State celebrates more than 3,600 Class of 2021 graduates
May 17, 2021
Appalachian State University’s black and gold pride was on full display during its Spring 2021 Commencement. For the first time since December 2019, App State held an in-person commencement, hosting 13 in-person ceremonies May 7–12.
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Spring 2021 Chancellor’s or Dean’s Lists announced
May 17, 2021
The Office of the Registrar announces that 7,588 undergraduate students have been named to the Chancellor’s or Dean’s List for Spring 2021.
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Mountaineer photographer Jesse Barber focuses on storytelling
May 12, 2021
World traveler, writer, photographer, volunteer and passionate environmentalist — at 28, Jesse Barber is just getting started.
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Two CAS Student Teacher of the Year finalists: Nathan Minton and Carman Crook
May 10, 2021
Nathan Minton, originally from Granite Falls, North Carolina, chose App State because, to him, it felt like home.
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CAS Corps Feature: Caity Duncan
Apr 30, 2021
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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