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The Appalachian

The Bookstop: Black authors in Appalachia

The Bookstop: Black authors in Appalachia

Madelyn Crawford February 15, 2023

If you’re unsure of how to go about honoring Black History Month, a powerful book penned by a Black author can be all it takes to allow a reader to reflect and learn.  It may come as a surprise that...

Sophomore Maya Szymborski poses for a portrait inside Plemmons Student Union Feb. 6, 2023. Szymborski balances an 18 credit hour workload, a job and being the sole organizer of the Queer People of Color Club. She is dedicated to creating a space on campus where QPOC can feel at ease sharing their experiences in an otherwise predominantly white institution.

Students’ safe space for Queer People of Color

Amena Matcheswala, Reporter February 13, 2023

While the university’s percentage of students of color has increased within the past few years, 18.6% of students belong to underrepresented groups, including students that identify as Black, Indigenous...

Playlist of the week: Love in the mountains

Playlist of the week: Love in the mountains

Denise Casalez, Reporter February 13, 2023

Red and pink heart decorations, classic assorted chocolate in a heart-shaped box and bright red roses hugging every section of the grocery store can only mean one thing — Valentine’s Day, the season...

Asheville artist Índigo De Souza performing her newest single “Younger and Dumber” on stage Feb. 11, 2023.

Indigo De Souza performs sold out show at Legends

Denise Casalez, Reporter February 13, 2023

Asheville-based artist Indigo De Souza performed her indie-rock songs at a sold out show at Legends Saturday night. The event was hosted by APPS.  De Souza, singer and songwriter, performed some of...

Mavis Staples brings civil rights message to Boone

Mavis Staples brings civil rights message to Boone

Carli Johnson February 12, 2023

Heart, soul, groove, rhythm and passion. All words that can’t even begin to describe Mavis Staples’ iconic voice and storytelling. A decorated musician known for rhythm and blues and her passionate...

App at a glance: Feb. 10-16

App at a glance: Feb. 10-16

Asher Davidson, Reporter February 8, 2023

Friday, Feb. 10    Orchesis Open Studio and Recruitment   Lovers of art, grab a friend and head over to Reich College of Education room 301 any time between 5:30-7:30 p.m. The Orchesis...

Momentum dancers performing Ainsley Dawes piece titled “I / Me / Myself.” Hailey Costar pictured front left, and Oliva Haralson pictured front center.

Dancers’ passion leads to sold out club showcase

Rebekah Mann, Senior Reporter February 7, 2023

App State’s student-run dance club, Momentum, sold out all three shows of their yearly showcase this weekend.  “Knowing that we sold out for all three shows gave me a little bit of imposter syndrome....

Playlist of the week: New kids in town

Playlist of the week: New kids in town

Arianna Bennet, Reporter February 6, 2023

Whether it’s for making playlists or just changing up the music you listen to regularly, finding new music can be tricky. Although music apps like Spotify and Apple Music recommend music, it’s usually...

A&C Column: Oscar predictions

A&C Column: Oscar predictions

Pruett Norris, Multimedia Editor February 6, 2023

Nominations for the 95th Academy Awards were announced January 24 in all 23 categories. Though the ceremony itself is still a few months away, reviewing the nominees ahead of time is a great way to get...

MLK Jr. leadership workshop, feast brings community together

MLK Jr. leadership workshop, feast brings community together

Ella McIntosh, Reporter February 6, 2023

On the first day of Black History Month, Community-Engaged Leadership hosted a dinner and seminar inside the Table Rock Room in the Plemmons Student Union. This annual workshop welcomed students, faculty...

Rastacoustic honors Bob Marley’s legacy

Rastacoustic honors Bob Marley’s legacy

Brionna Dallara, Associate A&C Editor February 3, 2023

The mountain blues meet Caribbean moods as local band combines roots reggae with Appalachian folk style music. Rastacoustic Band is a charismatic ensemble that plays a mix of classic reggae songs coupled...

Common Reading Program brings Black in Appalachia to Parkway Ballroom

Common Reading Program brings Black in Appalachia to Parkway Ballroom

Cameron Miller, Reporter February 1, 2023

App State hosted William Isom II and Enkeshi El-Amin of Black in Appalachia Monday night in Plemmons Student Union to continue a series of events in connection with this year’s Common Reading book, “Junaluska:...

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