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Military Student Spotlight: Cybersecurity, CIS Major Nick Morgan
Sep 16, 2026

From serving aboard submarines in the U.S. Navy to pursuing two degrees at Appalachian State University, separated STS2 (E-5) Nicolas “Nick” Morgan has brought the focus, resilience, and...

A banking professional speaks with students during Bank Day in Peacock Hall, helping connect future business leaders with industry opportunities. Photo by Chase Reynolds

Bank Day connects App State business students with banking leaders
Sep 11, 2026

More than 150 Appalachian State University students connected with banking professionals during Bank Day on Sept. 9 in Peacock Hall, creating valuable opportunities to explore careers, build...

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App State economists examine the profitability of contact lenses in eye care practices
Sep 3, 2026

Appalachian State University Professors of Economics Dr. Ash Morgan and...

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UPLIFT program wraps after three years supporting community-driven tourism in rural communities
Jun 22, 2026

A three-year program supporting community-driven tourism initiatives across rural communities, UPLIFT...

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App State Online BSBA in supply chain management named among Forbes’ best, ranks top for transfer students
Jun 19, 2026

App State Online's Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) in Supply Chain Management has been included in Forbes' ...

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In the news: Morgan, research on economic impact of outdoor recreation featured on NPR
Jun 18, 2026

Appalachian State University Professor of Economics Dr. Ash Morgan was...

Amaya Dean, Alex Jenkins, Cooper Himan, Nicholas Villavicencio and Lyla Rowe promoting JIT Energy on Sanford Mall.

Student entrepreneur leverages campus network to launch JIT energy drink
Jun 12, 2026

Cooper Himan, a Walker College of Business student who started a business while...

Chris Taylor holds the inaugural Hickory Innovation Award in front of a banner with repeating App State Hickory logo

Chris Taylor earns inaugural Hickory Innovation Award for advancing cybersecurity education at App State
May 28, 2026

Chris Taylor ’09 ’11, a senior lecturer in Appalachian State University’s...

Middle school students work on a hands‑on IT project during a previous summer camp.

Camps scheduled to be held in Peacock Hall, home of the Walker College of Business
May 27, 2026

Two summer education camps will be hosted in Peacock Hall this June, offering middle school and high school students hands‑on exposure to careers...

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Chancellor’s and dean’s lists celebrate academic excellence for spring 2026
May 18, 2026

Appalachian State University has released the dean’s and chancellor’s lists for the Spring 2026 semester.

1,071 students in the Walker...

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...

App State alumnus Daniel Russom

Daniel Russom '26 — A self-taught builder taking flight
May 8, 2026

The following feature is included in an Appalachian Today story, A record 4,300...