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Diversity and Inclusion

We actively encourage, support and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions and creativity.

Learn about diversity and inclusion at App State

“At Appalachian, we believe making real and powerful differences in the world is grounded in diversity and inclusion of thought, belief and community.”

App State Chancellor Sheri Everts

18.6%

racially and/or ethnically underrepresented students*

66.4%

growth in underrepresented students since 2014*

100.5%

growth in first-year underrepresented students since 2014*

82.9%

overall student retention rate

79.3%

retention rate for underrepresented students*

42 : 58

male-to-female student ratio

348

enrolled student veterans

156

enrolled foreign national students

30.1%

students from rural areas in North Carolina**

30.8%

first-generation undergraduate students***

9%

underrepresented employees

75%

growth in underrepresented employees since 2014

* Combined percentage of students who self-identify as Hispanic of any race; American Indian or Alaska Native; Black or African American; Asian; Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, two or more races; or Foreign National. This percentage is taken from the total number of students who elect to report their racial and/or ethnic identities, as well as Foreign National students. Actual counts may be higher, as some students choose not to report their race or ethnicity.

** In-state, degree-seeking undergraduate students from Tier 1 and Tier 2 counties, as designated by the N.C. Department of Commerce.

*** A student is considered “first-generation” if neither parent has completed a bachelor’s degree.

Fall 2022 data. Sources: Institutional Research, Assessment and Planning; Military Affairs Committee; Office of International Education and Development.

Latest Message from the Chief Diversity Officer

  • Commemorating MLK with a focus on health equity, service to others

    January 18, 2023

    As we begin a new semester and a new year. I’m pleased to provide you with an update on App State’s universitywide diversity and inclusion initiatives. Next month, App State will continue a longstanding tradition of celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with two signature events that continue key aspects of his legacy: a day of service and a distinguished speaker focused on changing our world for the better.

    Read more from Commemorating MLK with a focus on health equity, service to others

News

  • Aspiring NASCAR reporter Noah Cornelius is on track for a career in broadcasting

    Aspiring NASCAR reporter Noah Cornelius is on track for a career in broadcasting

    App State junior pursues internships, student media opportunities to build portfolio

    January 19, 2023

    App State junior Noah Cornelius, a Waxhaw native, dreams of working as a NASCAR broadcaster. With academic pursuits in the electronic media/broadcasting program, hands-on work for student outlets AppTV and WASU-FM and multiple internships in the industry, he’s racing toward that goal.

    Read the story
  • App State awarded National Science Foundation funding to recruit, support underrepresented students in STEM fields

    App State awarded National Science Foundation funding to recruit, support underrepresented students in STEM fields

    100 students will receive support over the 5-year grant period

    December 15, 2022

    App State is among five UNC System schools awarded a $3.4 million National Science Foundation grant to support underrepresented students in STEM fields through the Mountains to Sea North Carolina Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation program. The program will serve 100 App State students.

    Read the story
  • App State archaeology project partners with Junaluska to document Black history in Boone

    App State archaeology project partners with Junaluska to document Black history in Boone

    December 13, 2022

    App State faculty and students are collaborating with the Junaluska Heritage Association on the Junaluska Community Archaeology Project to help document and preserve the material heritage of one of the oldest African American communities in Western North Carolina. Work has included the excavation of historic sites and the placement of stones over previously unmarked graves.

    Read the story
  • App State’s 2022 Spooky Duke raises over $26K to support families of special needs children

    App State’s 2022 Spooky Duke raises over $26K to support families of special needs children

    November 30, 2022

    On Saturday, Nov. 5, costumed runners and walkers in App State’s 12th annual Spooky Duke 5K/10K Race and Costume Contest raised more than $26,000 — a new record for the event — to help support regional families who have children with special needs.

    Read the story
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Meet the App State Community

Read the intriguing and multifaceted stories of the people in our community, each of whom contributes to the rich fabric of excellence here.

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Events

  • Film: The Ground Between Us
    Jan 31

    Film: The Ground Between Us

    Spring Sustainability Film Series

    Tuesday, January 31, 2023
    6:00pm-8:00pm
  • Film: Benedetta (2021)
    Jan 31

    Film: Benedetta (2021)

    Féroce et Formidable: A Francophone Film Festival

    Tuesday, January 31, 2023
    6:30pm
  • MLK Leadership Workshop and Dinner
    Feb 1

    MLK Leadership Workshop and Dinner

    Wednesday, February 1, 2023
    6:00pm-7:30pm
  • Daniel Dawes: 2023 Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration
    Feb 2

    Daniel Dawes: 2023 Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration

    Thursday, February 2, 2023
    7:00pm
    Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts
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Diversity and Inclusion at App State
Jamie Parson, J.D. Chief Diversity Officer
Phone: 828-262-2460
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