Appalachian State University

Out of the classroom and into real world experiences featuring students with a passion for media and a determination to pursue it as a career.

Earlier this month, 19 students from App State and universities across the region participated in the Kellar Media Career Academy where they attended live sessions and workshops, networked with industry professionals, broadcast live on the WASU-FM airwaves and a took a trip to Charlotte for an up close look at careers in radio, TV and social media.

Many thanks to Appalachian State University Department of Communication, Beasley Media Group, 90.5 WASU, iHeartMedia Inc., John Carter WBTV (a proud App State alum) and Bank of America Stadium for supporting our students and offering these amazing opportunities!

Where in the world are Mountaineers? These future educators spent a week exploring Romania! During their time abroad they completed a meaningful service project, working alongside local communities while also learning about Romanian history and experiencing the culture and of course, incredible views.

This week, our students are taking you along on their incredible study abroad experience, Exploring Romania through Education and Service! Stay tuned all week and join us in cheering them on as they learn, explore, and grow beyond the classroom!

Happy Father’s Day to all the #1 App State Dads and Father Figures!

The results are in…

Through decades of energy efficiency and conservation efforts, App State and our state partners have avoided $2.27 billion in energy costs since 2002. $81.1 million accounts for App State’s portion of these savings and we’ve reduced our energy per square foot by 51%, surpassing the state’s goal of 40% for a second consecutive year.

We’re feeling energized by the difference that we can make when we come together with a common goal for our state and future!

Read on to learn more:

$2.27 billion in statewide energy savings reported at App State’s Appalachian Energy Summit At App State’s 2026 Appalachian Energy Summit, state officials announced the UNC System and its partners have avoided $2.27 billion in energy costs since 2002. App State’s portion of these savings was $81.1 million, and the university reduced its energy use per square foot by 51%, surpassing the...

The glow up is real. Happy National Mascot Day to our very own… Yosef!

Earlier this month, App State hosted the annual Appalachian Energy Summit. Since 2012, the Energy Summit has served as a vital platform for faculty, staff, and students from colleges and universities to gather alongside energy managers, visionaries, and government and industry leaders to develop processes and systems for improving energy efficiency and sustainable practices across the University of North Carolina System, the state, and beyond.

Stay tuned and get ready to feel energized. Soon, we will be sharing the 2026 numbers and statistics.

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sustain Appalachian brings the trash fairies, Boonerang brings the fun and the tunes... and you just bring yourself!

Hope to see you there, Mountaineers! 🗓️ June 19-21.

Our beloved "Trash Fairies" 🧚‍♂️ will be fluttering around the festival again this year - part of the Appalachian State Zero Waste Crew ()

♻ Last year, after a hand sort at Jimmy Smith Park, this crew diverted 980 lbs. of recycling and 740 lbs. of compost from the waste stream.

Be on the lookout for recycling/trash stations throughout the festival grounds and be sure to thanks the Trash Fairy crew for the commitment to helping make Boonerang a zero waste festival! 💚

Meet Masa and Seleen Al Horani, sisters in the College of Arts and Sciences who shared a similar Mountaineer Experience and still carved their own unique paths through App State and toward their futures.

Both Masa and Seleen graduated in May, each earning a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry with a certified chemist concentration. They were departmental honors students, best poster award winners at the 2025 American Chemical Society meeting, served as student leaders within the American Chemical Society, and worked alongside their mentor, Dr. Petia Bobadova, to co-author impactful journal articles on their research into dyes with applications ranging from biomedical imaging to solar cells.

With a foundational understanding of research practices and real-world applications, Masa is headed to graduate school to pursue further studies in chemistry, with interests in biochemistry, organic chemistry, and polymer research, while Seleen is trending toward clinical applications of chemistry and is evaluating her options upon graduating.

Congratulations to you both! We can't wait to follow along with your continued successes.