A Rigorous Student Experience
At Appalachian, student learning and student success come from a challenging academic curriculum, active classroom environments and close collaboration between faculty members and students on scholarly activities. A strong emphasis on undergraduate research, international experiences, interdisciplinary connections and measurable learning outcomes that assess student progress are at the core of Appalachian's academic activities.
Academic Affairs is responsible for student learning and success, including oversight of the university’s challenging academic curriculum, active classroom environments, and close collaboration between faculty members and students on scholarly activities. Academic Affairs encompasses the degree-granting colleges and 12 other units that support the innovative, interdisciplinary and integrative academic experience for which Appalachian is known. Find out more about how Appalachian prepares students to lead purposeful lives as engaged global citizens who understand their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all https://www.appstate.edu/about/.
Colleges and Schools
Sixteen departments span the humanities, social sciences, and the mathematical and natural sciences.
The college places emphasis on international experiences, sustainable business practices, entrepreneurial programs and real-world applications with industry.
The college has one of the largest teacher education programs in the University of North Carolina system. It also houses programs in human development and counseling, leadership, and family and consumer science.
This college comprises the departments of Applied Design, Art, Communication, Military Science and Leadership, Sustainable Development, and Theatre and Dance.
The school offers more than 50 master's and certificate programs and one doctoral program – on the main campus, at off-campus locations and online.
The college positions Appalachian as the premier university for outstanding academic preparation of health and human services professionals.
The school prepares performers, composers, music educators, music therapists, conductors, and music industry professionals.
All undergraduate students begin their education here, through the General Education Program, co-curricular programs and student support programs.
This program attracts students in the top 5 to 10 percent of their graduating high school class.
News
Update on consultant study of Academic Affairs
May 17, 2023
Dear Faculty and Staff, As we end a successful 2022-23 academic year, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the work you have...
Announcing new dean of the Williams School of Graduate Studies - Dr. Ashley Walker Colquitt
May 11, 2023
Announcing new dean of the Williams School of Graduate Studies - Dr. Ashley Walker Colquitt Dear Faculty, Staff and Students, I am pleased t...
UNC BOG & App State Excellence in Teaching Awards winners
Apr 27, 2023
BOONE, N.C. — Dr. Maryam Ahmed, a professor in App State’s Department of Biology, has received the 2023 University of North Carolina Board of...
Provost's Remarks to Faculty Senate - Monday, April 17, 2023
Apr 18, 2023
Provost Heather Norris' Remarks to Faculty Senate Thank you, Vice Chair Hambourger, and good afternoon everyone. Today, I will share updates...
Agenda for the 2023 Campus Budget Briefings and Strategic Initiatives presentations are Friday, April 28
Apr 17, 2023
Dear Campus Colleagues, As a reminder, the 2023 Campus Budget Briefings and Strategic Initiatives presentations will take place Friday...