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The Appalachian

The Student News Site of Appalachian State University

The Appalachian

Review: ‘The Umbrella Academy’ brings fresh perspective to modern superheroes

Moss Brennan, Reporter March 22, 2019

“The Umbrella Academy,” is a Netflix series released on Feb. 15, is about people who have unique attributes and abilities such as having the body of a gorilla, throwing knives with incredible precision,...

New somatic sustainability minor added to Department of Theatre and Dance

Christine Dudley, A&C Reporter March 21, 2019

With the addition of the somatic sustainability minor in fall 2018, dance professors Laurie Atkins and Marianne Adams are inspiring students of all disciplines to understand their bodies to positively...

Junior dance studies major Amanda Mason works on a costume design for  the theater department's upcoming production of William Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream." The show opens on April 10th.

Department of Theatre and Dance shop hires students to make costumes for productions

Christine Dudley, A&C Reporter March 20, 2019

In October, freshman theatre arts major Josiah Ford walked into the costume shop on the first floor of Chapell Wilson Hall and asked if he could volunteer. Kristin Grieneisen, the costume shop supervisor,...

Jasper Yoke: Positive Fashion

Jasper Yoke: Positive Fashion

Mericlaire Williams March 16, 2019

Jasper Yoke dresses to reflect his positive and bright personality. Yoke, sophomore biology major, has no problem standing out in his eccentric outfits. Sustainability is important in Yoke’s...

Bite Squad creates industry tension by buying out local delivery service

Bite Squad creates industry tension by buying out local delivery service

Mariah Reneau, A&C Editor March 13, 2019

When Boone students came back from their summer break, they were met with a confusing sight. The food delivery company Boone Takeout was replaced with a bright green Bite Squad logo. “Bite Squad has...

Tap dancers of the Spring Appalachian Dance Essemble rehearse their own special rendition of the shim sham tap routine in preparation for an upcoming performance. The ensemble will begin performances starting March 20 at 7:00pm in the Valborg Theatre.

Spring Appalachian Dance Ensemble brings tap dance back to the stage

Christine Dudley, A&C Reporter March 13, 2019

When Spring Appalachian Dance Ensemble opens March 20, seven tappers will treat the audience to a “special sauce.” The Department of Theatre and Dance puts on SADE, an eight-piece dance concert, each...

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Printmaking club fosters free expression in art students

Emily Broyles, Reporter March 2, 2019

Most students don’t want their work copied, but some art students take pride in it everyday through printmaking. The App State Printmaking Club hopes to not only showcase student-made art, but to provide...

Anna Roseman, the owner of Anna Banana's, will be featured in the new docuseries "Boonies." The local documentaries will feature Boone business owners and their efforts to give back the community.

‘Boonies’ docuseries to air on UNC-TV highlights Boone business owners

Christina Beals, Reporter March 1, 2019

A new docuseries coming to local screens will feature Boone business owners and how they give back to the community. Boone media agency Artemis Independent is behind “Boonies,” the three-episode docuseries,...

Lana Jackson, junior graphic arts and imaging technology student, works in the Mountaineer Printing lab in Katherine Harper Hall. For everything from birthday cards to labels for Food Services, brochures and more, Mountaineer Printing has members of the App State community covered.

Print class gives students real-world experience for future careers

Erin O’Neill March 1, 2019

For everything from birthday cards to labels for Food Services, Mountaineer Printing has members of the App State community covered. The student-run print lab located on campus provides graphic arts...

Knitting and Crocheting club encourages students to learn about fiber arts

Camryn Collier, Reporter March 1, 2019

Sharing secretive smiles and finishing each other’s sentences, the president and vice president of the Knitting and Crocheting Club have more than friendship on their side. They share a bond that’s...

Clarissa Gradus: feminine punk fashion

Clarissa Gradus: feminine punk fashion

Mericlaire Williams March 1, 2019

It’s hard to overlook Clarissa Gradus when she wears outfits as bold as her personality. Gradus, freshman physics major, experiments with fashion, making her outer appearance match her inner confidence. Gradus...

With no musical theater performance major, the Musical Theater Club lets students sing to heart’s content

Cameron Stuart, Associate News Editor March 1, 2019

Students who aren’t afraid to break a leg and are looking for a group of like-minded individuals who are passionate about musicals are in luck, thanks to the Appalachian Musical Theatre Club. During...

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