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The Appalachian

How climate change affects current natural disasters

How climate change affects current natural disasters

Kayla Smith September 22, 2017

Correction: The piece falsely mentions that humans are responsible for 95 percent of the global temperature increase since the 19th century. This was mis-cited, the actual statistic is that there is a...

A devastating scene of damages that hurricane Harvey has caused in Texas.

Environmental hazards stew in Harvey’s wake

Nate Fordyce, Staffer September 21, 2017

Though initial storm damage poses huge problems for much of Texas and Florida, a much larger threat lurks under the flood waters that left over one third of Houston underwater as stated by CNN. Chemical...

Trump’s History of Flip-Flops Makes DACA Deal Unsurprising

Trump’s History of Flip-Flops Makes DACA Deal Unsurprising

Eric Cunningham September 19, 2017

The recent announcement that President Donald Trump was close to a deal with Democratic leaders to preserve the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program might seem like a shock. DACA is the program...

A photo from the Costa Rica Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment (STBE) spring break program from 2016.

Studying Abroad, An Important Requisite for Today’s Globalized Students

Cristian McLaughlin, Business Manager September 18, 2017

Here are two questions for you: 콱콘뗍땠侶몸찐?and ¿Puedes leer esto? If those questions do not make sense to you, don’t worry, there is nothing wrong with your eyes. It just means you might...

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Letter to the Editor: Arts Education Transforms Teaching, Learning and Education in America

Op-Ed September 11, 2017

As we enter yet another school year, we take time to reflect on the role of education in our lives and how it has contributed to making us the people we are today. The research is undeniable: when schools...

Transfer students line up in the student union for free food at the APPetizer.

Appalachian State University Through the Eyes of Transfer Students

Christina Beals, Reporter September 6, 2017

According to Appalachian State University’s website, there are currently 18,295 students in attendance, and out of that population, 1,302 are new transfer students. In total, records from fall 2016...

A Wonder Woman t-shirt on display in the book store. Appalachian State's bookstore has a collection of superhero items for sale.

Box office falls flat for original content, but superhero flicks hold steady

Eric Cunningham September 6, 2017

With the end of summer on the horizon, much of the entertainment media’s focus has been on the disappointing summer box office results. According to Trey Williams of MarketWatch, this summer is the...

The pit is a well-known spot for students to smoke. Cigarette butts litter the sidewalks as proof.

Cigarettes on campus raise a question of Appalachian’s true sustainability message

Moss Brennan, Reporter September 5, 2017

According to the Tobacco-Free College Campus Initiative, there are 1,757 smoke-free campuses nationwide with 1,468 of those being completely tobacco free. Appalachian State University is not one of...

Hype Beast Heaven: The story behind Supreme’s success

Hype Beast Heaven: The story behind Supreme’s success

Nate Fordyce, Staffer September 4, 2017

Perhaps the most iconic symbol in streetwear, the red box logo spelling out Supreme adds value to anything it touches. A plain white T-shirt with the red box across the chest sells for over $450, while...

A devastating scene of damages that hurricane Harvey has caused in Texas.

President Trump’s lackluster response to Hurricane Harvey

Hansen Dendinger September 4, 2017

In the last weeks of August and into September, Hurricane Harvey has devastated most of southeastern Texas and the coast of Louisiana. The Guardian reported on Thursday that “The storm has killed...

The benefits of dogs on campus

The benefits of dogs on campus

Hansen Dendinger September 4, 2017

Walking around App State, it is likely that you will meet a dog or two on your way to and from class. The cool Boone weather practically invites people and their pets outdoors, and the beauty of App’s...

What to do if you or a loved one suffer from depression

What to do if you or a loved one suffer from depression

Kayla Smith September 1, 2017

The transition between high school and college is nothing if not challenging. A new town, new faces, new stress and more responsibility, it is no wonder that some students find themselves battling...

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