Appalachian State University
Recent News About Appalachian State University
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Appalachian State University receives R2 designation from Carnegie Classification
Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina, has been awarded a Research 2 designation by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
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App State sees record spring enrollment despite Hurricane Helene challenges
Months after Hurricane Helene affected the fall semester, Appalachian State University reported a 2.2% increase in spring 2025 enrollment compared to the previous year.
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Scholarship supports aspiring lineworkers through App State-CCC&TI partnership
Appalachian State University’s New River Light and Power (NRLP) has joined forces with Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute (CCC&TI) to launch a scholarship for aspiring lineworkers.
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App State police officers honored for valorous actions
Four officers from the Appalachian State University Police Department (APD) have been honored for their exemplary service in 2024.
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Appalachian State plans full-scale emergency notification system test
Appalachian State University is set to conduct a comprehensive test of its emergency notification system on February 5 at 11:55 a.m. The test will include siren, email, voice and text messaging, and the Alertus desktop notification system.
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Johnny Brown appointed director at Appalachian State University
Watauga County native Johnny Brown has been appointed as the director of public safety and chief of police at Appalachian State University.
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Appalachian State University achieves high rankings in best online programs by U.S. News
Appalachian State University has achieved notable recognition in the U.S. News & World Report's 2025 "Best Online Programs" rankings, released on January 21.
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Appalachian State remembers former Chancellor Francis Thomas Borkowski
Dr. Francis Thomas Borkowski, who served as the chancellor of Appalachian State University from 1993 to 2003, passed away on January 19 at the age of 88.
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Photographer documents resilience after Hurricane Helene
Documentary photographer Jesse Barber, a two-time alumnus of Appalachian State University, has been instrumental in capturing the aftermath of Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina.
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Appalachian State reflects on growth amid challenges in its 125th anniversary year
As Appalachian State University concludes its 125th year, the institution reflects on a period characterized by growth and achievement.
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Appalachian State researchers aid in relocating giant salamanders for conservation
Slithering through the rocky streams and rivers of the eastern United States, hellbenders are a rare species of giant salamanders. Dr. Michael Gangloff, a professor at Appalachian State University’s Department of Biology, has been studying these...
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Over 1,500 App State graduates honored during fall commencement
Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina, celebrated the achievements of its graduates during the Fall 2024 Commencement ceremonies on December 13.
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Appalachian State recognized as top food allergy-friendly college
Appalachian State University has been recognized for its efforts to accommodate students with food allergies, earning a spot as No. 10 on Spokin’s list of “Top 100 Food Allergy-Friendly Colleges” for 2024.
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Beehive monitoring system advances towards market with NCInnovation support
At Appalachian State University, Dr. Rahman Tashakkori and his team are advancing the development of a tool aimed at reducing honeybee die-off and boosting hive production.
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Appalachian State University schedules emergency siren test for December 4
Appalachian State University will conduct a test of its Boone campus siren warning system on Wednesday, December 4, at 11:55 a.m. The university has made examples of the tones used during emergencies or tests available online on the Siren Warning...
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Appalachian State aids recovery after Hurricane Helene devastates High Country
Hurricane Helene caused significant damage in the High Country on September 27, leading to widespread flooding, landslides, and power outages.
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Appalachian State's business programs earn national recognition for quality education
Appalachian State University, based in Boone, North Carolina, has been recognized for its business education programs for the academic year 2024–25.
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Appalachian State celebrates Founders Day marking 125 years of educational leadership
An echo from the past marked the beginning of Founders Day at Appalachian State University as the Founders Bell rang to celebrate the institution's 125th anniversary.
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UNC Board approves App State's new Doctorate Program addressing rural healthcare shortages
Appalachian State University is set to introduce a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) hybrid program in the fall of 2026.
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La-Z-Boy funds new professorship at Appalachian State University
Appalachian State University has announced a significant contribution from the La-Z-Boy Foundation, amounting to $333,000.