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A record 4,300+ App State graduates are ready for what’s next
May 14, 2026

 Appalachian State University celebrated the achievements of more than 4,300 graduates — the largest graduating class in university history — during its Spring 2026 Commencement,

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Record 240 student innovators take center stage at App State’s 29th annual research and creativity showcase
May 14, 2026

A record number of student innovators demonstrated how their research can make a difference — in the region and beyond — at Appalachian State University’s 29th Annual Celebration

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BCHS Records Specialist Recognized for Excellence
Oct 13, 2023

BCHS Records Specialist Hera Haas (pictured below with her award) received Appalachian State University’s inaugural Excelle

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App State awarded $481,378 grant to improve vaccination rates among older adults
Oct 5, 2023

Studies confirm that staying up to date on vaccinations can significantly reduce older adults’ risks of hospitalization or death from <

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App State Baseball Unveils State-of-the-Art Pitching Lab
Sep 22, 2023

One of the most important components to team success is chemistry – the science of substance and matter.

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Appalachian State University’s Blue Cross NC Institute for Health and Human Services Awarded Grant To Launch Regional Vaccine Program For Older Adults
Sep 21, 2023

Older adults are becoming less likely to receive their influenza and COVID-19 vaccines and...

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Home School PE Program Offered To Local Community
Sep 19, 2023

The App State Health, Physical Education, and Coaching Program is pleased to continue offering the Home School Physical Education (PE) Program...

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App State’s Dr. Zachary Farris named 2023 Faculty Member of the Year by Sun Belt Conference
Aug 17, 2023

The Sun Belt Conference announced today that Appalachian State University’s ...

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App State faculty members receive $549,290 NIH grant
Aug 10, 2023

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded three faculty members from Appalachian State University's ...