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UNC Board of Governors Names 2019 Awards for Excellence in Teaching Recipients Apr 25, 2019

Appalachian ties for top producer of Fulbright Scholars among master’s institutions Apr 8, 2019

2019 Campus Budget Presentations Mar 7, 2019

Appalachian, a 2019–20 Military Friendly® School, earns Gold distinction Feb 5, 2019

Important information about exam schedule for Wed., Dec. 12 Dec 11, 2018

Important information about exam schedule for Tues, Dec. 11 Dec 10, 2018

Fall 2018 Exams, Managing Weather Challenges and Related Dec 7, 2018

Updates from the Honors College Nov 26, 2018

Appalachian State University Deans at Middle Fork Academy Nov 26, 2018

Exploring Initiatives to Provide a Seamless Pathway for Students Nov 19, 2018

Appalachian named among nation’s top colleges and universities by 4 recognized national publications Oct 12, 2018

Campus sustainability efforts at Appalachian are a ‘win-win-win,’ garner Appalachian top rankings from AASHE and SIERRA magazine Oct 12, 2018

First class graduates from Appalachian Police Academy Sep 20, 2018

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Employers Want Both Broad Knowledge and Specific Skills

Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Which of the following ranges of knowledge and skills are more important for recent graduates who want to pursue advancement and long-term career success at your company?

16% - Knowledge and skills that apply to a specific field or position
29% - A range of knowledge and skills that apply to a range of fields or positions
55% - Both field-specific knowledge and skills and a broad range of knowledge and skills

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