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App State honored more than 4,300 Mountaineer graduates — the largest graduating class in university history — during its seven Spring 2026 Commencement ceremonies, held May 7–9 in Holmes Convocation Center on the Boone campus. Pictured, App State Chancellor Heather Norris addresses the Class of 2026.

A record 4,300+ App State graduates are ready for what’s next May 13, 2026

graduates — the largest graduating class in university history — during its Spring 2026 Commencement, with seven ceremonies held May 7–9 at Holmes Convocation Center on the Boone

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Jade Zonato

Jade Zonato '26 — Internship insight and global perspectives May 8, 2026

A Spring 2026 graduate of the Walker College of Business, Jade Zonato leaves App State with a global mindset shaped by hands‑o

Students, Alumni, International
Alan Sonato‑Ruiz ’26

Alan Sonato‑Ruiz ’26 — Choosing progress over pace May 8, 2026

Alan Sonato‑Ruiz is a first-generation student at Appalachian State University, completing both a BSBA with majors in Com

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Displayed in front of the Appalachian State University sign, located in Founders Plaza on App State’s campus, are the university mace and banner, along with the banners for App State’s College of Arts and Sciences, Beaver College of Health Sciences, College of Fine and Applied Arts, Hayes School of Music, Reich College of Education, Walker College of Business and Cratis D. Williams School of Graduate Studies. The state flag is shown at far right and the U.S. flag is pictured at far left.
Appalachian State University alumnus and former Mountaineers basketball player Frank Eaves ’16, right, and his father, Jerry Eaves — a former NBA player and coach who is a current collegiate basketball coach and talk show host in Louisville, Kentucky. The two teamed up to appear on the 32nd season of “The Amazing Race,” currently airing on CBS.
Alexandra LaRocca, a senior communication studies major from Raleigh, was crowned Appalachian State University’s 2020 Top of the Rock by university mascot Yosef as App State Chancellor Sheri Everts, far left in background, looked on. The ceremony was prerecorded in Founders Plaza during Homecoming Week and then screened during the homecoming football game Oct. 22.

App State puts a new spin on homecoming traditions Nov 9, 2020

BOONE, N.C. — Since March, Appalachian State University has restyled campus events to help slow COVID-19 spread — September's homecoming...

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Poised for postgraduate success — App State Fleming Scholars continue diversity advocacy

Poised for postgraduate success — App State Fleming Scholars continue diversity advocacy Nov 2, 2020

The first group of recipients of Appalachian State University’s full-tuition ...

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Alumna named a 2020 All Star by Risk and Insurance magazine
Finance alumnus shares why he gave to the Mountaineer Emergency Fund

Finance alumnus shares why he supports the Mountaineer Emergency Fund Sep 9, 2020

Appalachian State University's University Advancement Office recently sent...

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Finance alumna featured as district leader in Brooklyn, New York

Finance alumna featured as district leader in Brooklyn, New York Aug 11, 2020

A post in Kings County Politics entitled Pierce...

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Dawn Medlin presents a gift to Doris Medlin, to recognize the establishment of the Bob and Doris Medlin Scholarship, named for Medlin.

Dr. Dawn Medlin retires, Walker College invites former students and App State community to support future students Jul 27, 2020

After more than 30 years as a professor at Appalachian State University, Dr. Dawn Medlin is set to retire.

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