If you’re anything like me, you might be wondering how to prepare for graduation and post-graduation life, build your resume and find internships, all while simultaneously trying to make the most of...

Shopping has long been framed as a pastime in the United States. From retail therapy to weekend mall trips, consumption is marketed as a way to relax, socialize or boost one’s mood.  In the age of...

App State has historically had countless traditions, social spaces and educational opportunities centered in Appalachian culture and the quintessential college experience, but not all of them have stuck...

Despite the respected mythos of the immigrant journey, a new strain of xenophobia threatens to blunt Latino contributions to culture, industry and academia. Safeguarding these contributions requires a...

Approximately 19.5% of the United States population is of Hispanic descent. According to the 2023 census, the exact statistic hovered around 65.2 million people, making the group the largest ethnic minority...

As someone who worked largely behind the scenes at The Appalachian for three years as chief copy editor, stepping into a role where my name is more prominently displayed online and in print is something...

App State has historically prided itself on providing education to all its students, even when there were only 53 enrolled. However, App State is failing its students and staff with subpar housing, inconvenient...

If you stepped foot into my private, all-girls, Episcopalian high school, you’d hear Taylor Swift, followed by chapel hymns. As with many of her fans, my peers assumed a cult-like gravitas surrounding...

Outside of academics and socializing, college offers countless opportunities that transcend everyday experiences, including traveling the world through study abroad. These programs enable students to live...

Rodeos are a beloved Western tradition that add spice to Thursday nights in Boone. No one wants to police a good social atmosphere, however, it’s no secret that beneath the fun, there are plenty of safety...

There are many instances in college where you will need a particular outfit, and you’ll want to be sure you have it. What if you have an interview? What if you decide to start going to the gym? It’s...

So much around you is new right now. New classes, new academic buildings, new faces and new people to meet. The Appalachian student-run newspaper is also somewhat new this year, with a fresh Editorial...