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Student research and creative projects spotlighted at App State’s annual showcase
May 15, 2025

 Gun violence correlated with heat waves. History uncovered with ground-penetrating radar. The benefits of chemical site cleanup for childhood he...

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App State awards degrees to over 4,200 graduates ready to shape the future
May 13, 2025

Appalachian State University celebrated the resilience and achievements of more than 4,200 graduates during its Spring 2025 Commencement, with six cer...

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Social Work Department’s Dr. Heather Thorp Selected To Carry Mace At Spring Commencement
May 1, 2025

By Amanda MlekushIn honor of her accomplishments and upcoming retirement, the Beaver College of Health Sciences has selected Heather Thorp, EdD, facul...

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BCHS Faculty and Students Recognized for Excellence by Williams Graduate School
Apr 15, 2025

By Amanda Mlekush Two faculty members from the Beaver College of Health Sciences and four of the college’s graduate students representing vario...

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Students Learn About Programs at Interprofessional Fair
Apr 15, 2025

By Amanda MlekushHealth sciences faculty and students facilitated activities, shared information, and represented their programs at the annual Beaver ...

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Beaver College Recognizes Outstanding Students at Spring Awards Ceremony
Apr 14, 2025

By Amanda Mlekush The Beaver College of Health Sciences recognized 25 outstanding health sciences students for their academic and leadership acco...

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Exercise Science Students Place Fifth In Regional Jeopardy-Style Competition
Mar 5, 2025

A team of five Beaver College of Health Sciences undergraduate students recently attended the Southeast American College of Sports Medicine Confe...

App State Hosts 3rd Annual Nutrition Summit Featuring Panel Discussion With Nutrition Experts on April 4 in Boone
Mar 3, 2025

The Appalachian State University’s Department of Nutrition and Health Care Management will host its third annual Nutrition Summit on Friday, April 4...

Dr. Joy James from App State recently worked with the park service in Pueblo Bonito in New Mexico.

App State renews partnership with National Park Service 21st Century Conservation Service Corps
Feb 25, 2025

Appalachian State University is pleased to announce its recent selection as a member of the National Park Service (NPS) 21st Century Conservation...

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Hugh Chatham Health partners with App State to help local nurses complete bachelor’s degrees
Feb 3, 2025

ELKIN, N.C. — Hugh Chatham Health (HCH) has partnered with Appalachian State University’s Nursing program to provide the healt...