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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

Appalachian debuts on Military Times Best: Colleges 2018 list Nov 29, 2017

Hyde named dean of students for Appalachian State University Nov 21, 2017

Appalachian earns No. 1 ranking from AASHE for sustainability among master’s institutions Nov 21, 2017

Appalachian honors veterans, 1988 alumnus Col. Ralph L. ‘Bo’ Clayton III speaks Nov 21, 2017

Appalachian Alumni Association 2017 award winners Nov 7, 2017

Alumnus’ new endowment fund and named space in Peacock Hall honor information systems professor Oct 31, 2017

UNC President Spellings and new members of the UNC Board of Governors visit Appalachian campus Sept. 22 Oct 13, 2017

Foreman named vice chancellor and chief of staff at Appalachian State University Jun 30, 2017

Appalachian awards four Fleming Scholarships for 2017-18 Jun 30, 2017

Everts discusses enrollment and outstanding student retention rate at Appalachian’s Board of Trustees meeting Jun 30, 2017

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Notes

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

Source: "Liberal Arts Graduates and Employment: Setting the Record Straight" Association of American Colleges and Universities, © 2014

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