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Appalachian State to test emergency siren system on April 2

Appalachian State University will conduct a test of its Boone campus siren warning system on April 2 at 11:55 a.m. The university's Emergency Preparedness website offers examples of the tones used during emergencies or tests.

By High Country Times | Mar 26, 2025

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Rural talent lab funded with $7M grant aims at boosting education in five states

More than $7 million in grant funding has been awarded to the Alliance for Research on Regional Colleges (ARRC) at Appalachian State University.

By High Country Times | Mar 26, 2025

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App State lab school pilots new teaching model for better retention and success

By High Country Times | Mar 21, 2025

Appalachian State University Academy at Middle Fork in Walkertown, North Carolina, is piloting a new teaching model aimed at improving teacher retention and student success.

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Avery County: 22.4% more students were enrolled in 2023-24 school year

By High Country Times | Mar 19, 2025

Avery County registered 1,981 students enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.

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Cybersecurity experts gather at App State's annual Cyber Summit

By High Country Times | Mar 19, 2025

More than 350 cybersecurity professionals, educators, and students gathered at Appalachian State University for the fourth annual Cyber Summit.

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2023-24 School Year: How many students were enrolled in Ashe County schools?

By High Country Times | Mar 17, 2025

Ashe County registered 2,610 students enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.

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Microsoft architect Tommy Guy invests in future Mountaineers

By High Country Times | Mar 17, 2025

Tommy Guy, a 2007 graduate of Appalachian State University, attributes his success to the interdisciplinary education he received there.

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1,313 students enrolled in Alleghany County schools in 2023-24 school year

By High Country Times | Mar 15, 2025

There were 0.8% fewer students enrolled in Alleghany County schools in the 2023-24 school year.

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Yancey County: 2.2% more students were enrolled in 2023-24 school year

By High Country Times | Mar 13, 2025

There were 2.2% more students enrolled in Yancey County schools in the 2023-24 school year.

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Appalachian State researcher studies soil biotic communities with USDA support

By High Country Times | Mar 12, 2025

Dr. Ashley Adams, an assistant professor in the Department of Biology at Appalachian State University, is conducting research on soil biotic communities in California's rangelands.

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2023-24 School Year: How many students were enrolled in Wilkes County schools?

By High Country Times | Mar 11, 2025

There were 3.4% more students enrolled in Wilkes County schools in the 2023-24 school year.

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4,744 students enrolled in Watauga County schools in 2023-24 school year

By High Country Times | Mar 9, 2025

There were 3% more students enrolled in Watauga County schools in the 2023-24 school year.

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How many students were enrolled in Mitchell County schools for 2023-24 school year?

By High Country Times | Mar 7, 2025

There were 15.6% more students enrolled in Mitchell County schools in the 2023-24 school year.

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Heather Hulburt Norris named chancellor at Appalachian State University

By High Country Times | Feb 27, 2025

Dr. Heather Hulburt Norris has been appointed as the new chancellor of Appalachian State University, effective March 1.

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Appalachian State's Aspire Appalachian honored as Champion for Attainment

By High Country Times | Feb 26, 2025

Appalachian State University's Aspire Appalachian program has been recognized as a myFutureNC Champion for Attainment.

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Appalachian State plans campus siren test on March 5

By High Country Times | Feb 25, 2025

Appalachian State University will conduct a test of its Boone campus siren warning system on March 5 at 11:55 a.m. The university's emergency preparedness webpage offers examples of the tones used during emergencies and tests.

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UNC System streamlines credit transfers for quicker processing

By High Country Times | Feb 25, 2025

The University of North Carolina (UNC) System has introduced new policies to simplify the transfer process for undergraduate students.

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Appalachian State University receives R2 designation from Carnegie Classification

By High Country Times | Feb 13, 2025

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

By High Country Times | Feb 11, 2025

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

By High Country Times | Feb 10, 2025

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.