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App State collaboration earns top honor from Journal of Rural Health

Apr 6, 2026

A publication authored by a cross‑college research team at Appalachian State University has been recognized as the Journal of Rural Health's 20...

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Growing Well: App State clinic expands access to specialized pediatric care in NC’s High Country

Mar 30, 2026

With the opening of Appalachian State University’s Growing Well High Country Developmental Clinic, children experiencing developmental delays �...

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Two App State Kinesiology Students Recognized For Research At Regional Conference

Mar 20, 2026

By Amanda Mlekush Two App State Kinesiology students received recognition for the quality of their research at the Southeastern American College ...

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Research gets a POWERFUL grip on longer life

Mar 20, 2026

By Bret YagerWhat can your grip strength reveal about your health and longevity prospects? A lot more than is commonly realized, say App State researc...

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