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Hurricane Helene Information and Resources

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About the College

The College of Arts & Sciences at Appalachian State University is home to 17 academic departments, two centers and one residential college spanning the humanities and the social, mathematical and natural sciences. The college is dedicated to providing instruction and research essential to the University's mission and seeks to cultivate the habits of inquiry, learning and service among all its constituents.

College News

From left to right: Mary Beth Crass, Anthony Love and Cindy Trivette

November 2024 College of Arts and Sciences Staff Shout Outs

Dec 4, 2024

BOONE, N.C. — Awarded by the Appalachian State University Staff Senate, Staff Shout Outs recognize staff members for their positive contributions to...

Studio Saturdays: Comic Art Storytelling with Dr. Craig Fischer and Jennifer Garonzik will take place on January 11, 2025, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Blowing Rock Art and History Museum.

January 11: Studio Saturdays: Comic Art Storytelling

Dec 3, 2024

Studio Saturdays: Comic Art Storytelling with Dr. Craig Fischer and Jennifer GaronzikSaturday, January 11, 2025, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Blowing Rock Ar...

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Announcing the 2024 College of Arts and Sciences Award Recipients

Dec 2, 2024

BOONE, N.C. — Each year, Appalachian State University’s College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) recognizes several members of the faculty and staff for...

Dr. William Brewer, professor in Appalachian State University's Department of English, will serve as macebearer for the Fall 2024 College of Arts and Sciences Commencement Ceremony. Photo by Chase Reynolds

Dr. William Brewer to serve as macebearer for Fall 2024 CAS Commencement

Dec 2, 2024

BOONE, N.C. — Dr. William Brewer, professor in Appalachian State University's Department of English, will serve as macebearer for the Fall 2024 Coll...

The App State Disaster Relief Hub opened in the Plemmons Student Union on Oct. 1, providing students, faculty and staff with resources and support after Hurricane Helene, including financial assistance through the App State Disaster Relief Fund. Alumnus Ryan Kennedy ’22, an administrative assistant in the Department of Psychology, volunteered at the hub for nearly three weeks. Photo by Kyla Willoughby

App State students, faculty and staff volunteered to help neighbors after Hurricane Helene

Dec 2, 2024

BOONE, N.C. — Hurricane Helene left a lasting impact on the High Country when it hit on Sept. 27, causing widespread and unprecedented flooding, lan...

Appalachian State University's High Country Humanities—in collaboration with the Department of Philosophy and Religion—is pleased to present “Philosophy and Religious Studies in the Contemporary World,” a series of four presentations by App State faculty members throughout the Spring 2025 semester.

High Country Humanities announces “Philosophy and Religious Studies in the Contemporary World” series

Nov 26, 2024

BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University's High Country Humanities—in collaboration with the Department of Philosophy and Religion—is pleased ...

Student And Faculty Excellence (SAFE) Fund

The Student and Faculty Excellence (SAFE) Fund provides resources that can be used to transform the undergraduate and graduate experience. Visit this page to learn more about this award, how to apply and current recipients.