About the College
The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) at Appalachian State University is home to 17 academic departments, two centers, and one residential college spanning the humanities and the social, mathematical, and natural sciences. The college is dedicated to providing instruction and research essential to the University's mission and seeks to cultivate the habits of inquiry, learning, and service among all its constituents. Learn more about CAS.
College News
Geology major selected to present research at prestigious Explorers Club event
Mar 19, 2026
BOONE, N.C. — Vanya Dill, a senior geology major from Morrisville, has been invited to present her research at The 122nd Explorers Club Annual Dinne...
App State students conduct Spring Break dig in historic Junaluska neighborhood
Mar 19, 2026
BOONE, N.C. — Over Spring Break, 12 Appalachian State University students joined Dr. Cameron Gokee, associate professor in the Department of Anthrop...
Spring 2026 edition of As the Crow Flies now available
Mar 16, 2026
BOONE, N.C. — The third edition of As the Crow Flies, the open-access expansion of Appalachian Journal: A Regional Studies Review, went live on Marc...
Planning for good: Dr. Elizabeth Shay on teaching as public service
Mar 13, 2026
BOONE, N.C. — Dr. Elizabeth Shay, associate professor in App State’s Department of Geography and Planning, has been honored with a 2026 ...
App State English professor, DeAndra Miller, wins William C. Morris Award for book, ‘All the Noise at Once’ [faculty featured]
Mar 13, 2026
DeAndra Miller, a teaching assistant professor in the Department of English, has received the American Library Association’s 2026 William C. Morris ...
Stay connected with the college — explore upcoming events, workshops, and celebrations on our events calendar.
Faculty and Staff Awards
Each year, the College of Arts and Sciences recognizes several members of the faculty and staff for outstanding service, teaching, or scholarly work.
Open House
The Spring 2026 Boone Open House will be held on Saturday, April 11, and Hickory Open House will be held on Saturday, April 25.
SAFE Fund
The SAFE Fund provides resources that can be used to transform the student experience and support faculty teaching, research, and engagement.
Commencement
The Spring 2026 College of Arts and Sciences Commencement Ceremonies will be held on Satuday, May 9, at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.