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The Appalachian

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The Appalachian

Ayana Johnson, right, speaks with students and instructors virtually Thursday.  Johnson is the founder of a climate think tank, co-host of a climate solutions podcast and co-founder of a campaign to promote feminist climate leaders.

Climate leader joins App State students and faculty to discuss the intersectionality of climate issues

Jake Markland, Reporter February 16, 2021

App State students and faculty facilitated an event with a leading voice in the climate movement to ask questions about how to resolve the climate crisis and not leave anyone behind along the way. Ayana...

Playlist of the week: A night at Hogwarts

Playlist of the week: A night at Hogwarts

Camryn Collier, Reporter February 15, 2021

Between the pages of the “Harry Potter” books, a sprinkle of magic resides. Arguably one of the most popular series of all time, Harry Potter’s popularity partially resides in its immense world-building....

A breakfast dish from Melanie's Food Fantasy. Melanie's prides itself on using as much local produce as possible, even in the Winter. Courtesy of Dallas Linger.

High Country Valentine’s Day COVID-19 Date Guide

Xanayra Marin-Lopez, Reporter February 12, 2021

This year's celebration of love can be hard to navigate during the COVID-19 pandemic. While following restrictions, there's still ways to enjoy your partner, galentines with your girls, or any time you...

Students with a participant during a music therapy session before COVID-19. Now, the Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy program has taken its program virtual and offers free and remote music therapy.

Music Therapy Program goes virtual, offers free remote services

Zoe Zink, A&C Reporter February 11, 2021

When COVID-19 made its way to App State’s campus in spring 2020, departments across campus had to adapt quickly. The music therapy program, in particular, had a unique plan to promote the success of...

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Music connects unlikely pair, creates band and best friends

Makaelah Walters February 10, 2021

From a small spare bedroom, two App State students have spent the past six months recording and releasing new music. When Nooria Lawrence and Nick Fiori first crossed paths in 2020, they were not expecting...

Couch concerts: APPS reimagines performances in new concert series

Aubrey Smith, Former Editor-in-Chief February 9, 2021

While concerts in Legends won’t reappear anytime soon, the main student-programming organization at App State is opening its office doors to musical artists.  App State Popular Programming Society...

Deion Cooper, a bookseller at Foggy Pine, has been kept busy by the sudden influx of orders since the feature on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. "We’re struggling to keep up, but we’re trying our best. We actually came in early so we could get ahead of the curve a little bit and just trying to grind away," Cooper said.

Local bookstore featured on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert”

Ansley Puckett, Reporter February 8, 2021

Local bookstore Foggy Pine Books appeared on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" after the Super Bowl when the talk show giant promoted the store in a 2-minute commercial. Highlighting the store’s...

Playlist of the week: Love letters

Playlist of the week: Love letters

Ansley Puckett, Reporter February 8, 2021

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, people are making plans for the day of love. Whether that means a romantic date with your partner, a day of self-care or a Galentine's day celebration, Valentine’s...

Dr. Geri Miller, professor in the Department of Human Development and Psychological Counseling at App State, walks to her car concluding the day of work with a happy birthday balloon attached to her. "It was my birthday earlier this month," Miller said. Miller "makes a big fuss" with her students each month to celebrate her students' birthdays on the given month. Miller mentioned that we have to do what we can during the times of a global pandemic to keep a brighter mood.

Small celebrations: How one professor spreads peace during pandemic

David Brashier, A&C Reporter February 4, 2021

Walking through the College Street parking deck, Dr. Geri Miller, an App State psychological counseling professor, wears a balloon around her waist. When asked about the balloon, she explains that her...

Inside the Appalachian Fossil Museum. The attraction recently moved from Mystery Hill to the Tanger Outlets in Blowing Rock, taking advantage of the larger space to showcase more exhibits.

T-Rex at Tanger: Fossil museum expands at new location

Ansley Puckett, Reporter February 3, 2021

Amid Blowing Rock’s Tanger Outlets, customers will notice a change of pace from the usual dining options and clothing stores. In the recently-opened attraction, patrons can find a real tyrannosaurus...

A plant embroidery made by Tony Sharp. Sharp sells custom embroidery, digital art and stickers through their store Shop GayGarbage.

App State graduate embraces gender and identity through Etsy shop

Lily Kincaid, Associate A&C Editor February 2, 2021

What started as a quarantine hobby quickly turned into a small business opportunity for a recent App State grad.  In March, Tony Sharp “put needle to hoop” for the first time to make their partner...

Playlist of the week: Appalachia on my mind

Playlist of the week: Appalachia on my mind

Ansley Puckett, Reporter February 1, 2021

A crucial part of Appalachian and Western North Carolina culture has always been music. Derived from influences such as Scottish traditional music, hymns and African-American blues, Appalachian music set...

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