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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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App State Community FEaST Planned for Oct. 8
Sep 2, 2025

 AppalFRESH, the Appalachian Food Research for Equity, Sustainability, and Health Collaborative, invites students, faculty, staff, and commun

App State Community FEaST Planned for Oct. 8
Sep 2, 2025

 AppalFRESH, the Appalachian Food Research for Equity, Sustainability, and Health Collaborative, invites students, faculty, staff, and commun

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3 App State teams confront flood risks and teacher shortages with Chancellor's Innovation grants
Sep 2, 2025

Three teams of Appalachian State University faculty members have been selected as awardees of this year’s ...

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App State nursing program receives $1 million commitment from Bedford Falls Foundation
May 22, 2025

Appalachian State University has received a $1 million commitment from the Bedford Falls Foundation in support of its pre-licensure ...

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

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