February 26, 2009
Construction begins on new education building
With the ceremonial turn of shovels, representatives from Appalachian State University and local and state government broke ground Dec. 4 at the future site of a new academic building that will house the Reich College of Education. [read more]
Muriel Rosen:
A love for the arts and Appalachian
Muriel Rosen has been a key member of the arts scene at Appalachian State University. She and her late husband, Arnold, helped form the highly successful multi-discipline performing arts festival An Appalachian Summer Festival, now entering its 25th year. [read more]
In sports and philanthropy, timing matters
Jim Jones understands the importance of giving wisely. The former Appalachian athletics director, tennis coach and professor of accounting knows that timing matters – whether in recruiting, perfecting a serve, or in making a gift to Appalachian. In these economically trying times, his method for supporting Appalachian might also be of interest to others. [read more]
