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"UnderStory" is the title of an original work choreographed in spring 2018 by Regina Gulick, senior lecturer in dance studies at Appalachian State University. Her cast of student dancers included, from left to right, Ashley Holliday, Amanda Mason, Lexi Ovenden, Lyndsey Porter, Elise Staub, Bronwyn Weismiller, and Annie Young.

Fall Appalachian Dance Ensemble celebrates work of students, faculty

The Appalachian November 14, 2018

The App State Theatre and Dance Department is putting on its annual Fall Appalachian Dance Ensemble in the Valborg Theatre Nov. 14-18. The show includes eight dances featuring the work of students, faculty...

Pro Drag Show celebrates individuality and free expression

Pro Drag Show celebrates individuality and free expression

Savannah Nguyen, Senior A&C Reporter November 14, 2018

Tatianna Matthews sat in her hotel room at the Baymont, the thought of her day job as a customer service representative at Verizon Wireless the farthest thought from her mind. As she sat with only a lamp...

The Jazz Ensemble performs Monday afternoon.

Jazz Ensemble creates challenging, collaborative environment

Macon Atkinson November 14, 2018

University music group Jazz Ensemble I fosters a collaborative and challenging atmosphere­—and swingin’ tunes. The ensemble, composed of 18 musicians, features 17 men and one woman, Kelsey Parsons,...

Trent Margrif discusses paranormal phenomena during his Haints and Haunts: Near and Far talk at the Blowing Rock Art & History Museum on Thursday November 8. The event was part of the Scholars & Scones event series that the museum frequently hosts on Thursday.

Blowing Rock Art Museum speaker series discusses ghost experiences

Carleigh Lowe November 13, 2018

On Nov. 8, a presentation about ghost phenomena was held at the Blowing Rock Art & History Museum as part of the Scholars and Scones speaker series. The speaker of this spooky presentation was App...

Slam Poet Ebony Stewart performs poetry inspired by life experiences

Christine Dudley, A&C Reporter November 9, 2018

“I always have a hard time writing about myself. It’s easier to tell someone else’s story and I’m still trying to convince my shadow that it chose me for a reason,” Ebony Stewart said in her...

Shanelle Meyer shows off her patches on her demin jacket.

Shanelle Meyer: Fearless fashion

Mericlaire Williams November 9, 2018

Shanelle Meyer showcases the confidence her outfits bring to her whatever the occasion may be. From classes to concerts, she always brings her seventies-inspired looks. Meyer, a sophomore creative writing...

Chicago band Bassel and The Supernaturals. The group is performing at Boone Saloon on Nov. 17.

Chicago band comes to Boone to sing about war in Syria

Mariah Reneau, A&C Editor November 8, 2018

What do Syria, neo-soul funk, Chicago and President Trump’s travel ban have in common? They are all part of Bassel and the Supernaturals’ story. Although most of their efforts are currently being...

Members of the acapella group, Enharmonix pose together.

Acapellageddon showcases talent of nine campus a capella groups

Camryn Collier, Reporter November 8, 2018

Every year, Appalachian Popular Programming Society showcases the talent of a cappella groups on campus with Acapellageddon. The competition offers many awards including Best Co-ed, Female and Male Group,...

A sign advertising the Boone Film Festival.

Third annual Boone Film Festival celebrates stories from the Appalachian Region

Cameron Stuart, Associate News Editor November 8, 2018

Former Footsloggers worker Jason Berry always wanted to create a successful film festival. He has now done so for the third year in a row. Along with friends Bill Ireland and Russ Hyatt, Berry created...

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Mental Health experiences will be turned to art during Semicolon Week

Erin O’Neill, Reporter November 7, 2018

Wellness and Prevention Services will host the y(OUR) Story collaborative production on March 27. The event, previously known as Mental Health Monologues, will give students a chance to anonymously submit...

Halloween Monster Concert provides spooky tunes and BOOming Organ music

Christine Dudley, A&C Reporter November 4, 2018

“Spirits float from dorm to dorm, while Boone readies for snowstorms. Salt and slush will coat our streets. Off to Sugar, App, and Beech,” sang the audience of App State’s 11th Halloween Monster...

Listening Post volunteers provide advice for students and faculty

Listening Post volunteers provide advice for students and faculty

Marbeth Salinas, A&C Reporter November 1, 2018

With so many distractions in Plemmons Student Union, it’s easy to miss the small rectangular table, covered with treats and goodies, located under the Venezuelan flag in the international hallway. A...

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