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The rhythm of language: App State student-led music therapy bolsters preschool speech program
Apr 13, 2026

Young voices are finding the rhythm of language this semester at Appalachian State, where a new clinical partnership integrates music therapy directly into the ...

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App State’s annual Celebration of Student Research and Creative Endeavors is April 22
Apr 9, 2026

Appalachian State University’s Office of Student Research is set to host App State’s 29th annual ...

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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 2026 Article of the Year.

App State Employees Invited To Feb. 3 Mental Health Awareness Event
Jan 27, 2023

 The Beaver College of Health Sciences is sponsoring a Mental Health Panel Discussion and reception on Friday, Feb 3 , in Leon Levine's Dicks

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Rec Management’s Kristian Jackson Receives Regional Community Service Award
Dec 3, 2022

By Amanda Mlekush 

Kristian Jackson has a gift for building communities. 

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Federal funding supports App State programs to prevent falls among older adults
Oct 4, 2022

With over a half-million dollars in awarded federal funding, Appalachian State University’s Blue C