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Main Navigation Search Search... Search This site appstate.edu Diversity and Inclusion at App State About Chief Diversity Officer Staff members Chief Diversity Officer’s Advisory Board App State Community Strategic initiatives Strategic planning Accountability Milestones Reports and Surveys Resources Resources for faculty and staff Resources for students Chosen first name initiative Appalachian Advocates Land Acknowledgement Campus Climate Support Program Religious Observances Resources Scholarships Events Inclusive Excellence Awards Listening charrettes Diversity Celebration News Contact 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 StateAt App State, 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 19% racially and/or ethnically underrepresented students* 77% growth in underrepresented students since 2014* 117% growth in first-year underrepresented students since 2014* 85% overall student retention rate 81% retention rate for underrepresented students* 43 : 57 male-to-female student ratio 366 enrolled student veterans 116 enrolled foreign national students 31% students from rural areas in North Carolina** 31% first-generation undergraduate students*** 10% underrepresented employees 108% 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 2023 data. Sources: Institutional Research, Assessment and Planning; Military Affairs Committee; Office of International Education and Development. Latest Message from the Chief Diversity Officer Honoring Veterans, Celebrating Native American Heritage November 2, 2023 This month, App State will honor veterans and other members of our military community during Heroes Week Nov. 3-10, 2023 Military Mountaineer Homecoming Nov. 3-4 and Veterans Day on Nov. 10. The Office of Diversity is committed to supporting this valued population of Mountaineers by helping them transition from military service to civilian life —… News Faculty at App State and Ghanaian university explore sustainable solutions for rural communities Collaboration between the rural-serving institutions focuses on teaching and research, encourages cultural exchanges May 13, 2024 App State’s partnership with the University for Development Studies in Ghana continues to connect underserved students and communities in the Appalachian and Northern Ghana regions. The partnership focuses on teaching and research collaborations and encourages cultural exchanges. Read the story New system provides roadmap of college credit for military experience NC’s public universities — including App State — offer thousands of academic course equivalencies for military occupations and training April 8, 2024 The UNC System Military Equivalency System contains thousands of equivalencies between military occupations and training and academic courses at the 16 universities in the UNC System. Read the story App State earns 15th consecutive Military Friendly School designation, ranked a top 10 school for 2024–25 The university also received a top 10 Military Spouse Friendly School designation March 27, 2024 Appalachian State University has been designated a 2024–25 Military Friendly® School by VIQTORY, marking the 15th consecutive year the university has received the honor. App State once again received a top 10 ranking from the organization. Read the story App State’s Days of Service contribute hundreds of volunteer hours to Watauga County nonprofits March 6, 2024 App State held its second annual Mobilize the Mountains Day of Service on Feb. 24, with dozens of student and faculty volunteers contributing over 111 hours of community service to local nonprofit organizations. Read the story View all news Events May 29 NC Reads Book Club Discussion - The Violin Conspiracy” by Brendan Slocumb Office of Diversity and Belk Library and Information Commons Wednesday, May 29, 2024 5:30pm Jun 2 Portraying Indigenous Peoples: Educator, Cast and Crew Workshop High Country Humanities Sunday, June 2, 2024 10:00am-4:00pm Jun 26 NC Reads Book Club Discussion - Welcome to the Circus of Baseball” by Ryan McGee Office of Diversity and Belk Library and Information Commons Wednesday, June 26, 2024 5:30pm Aug 9 Stereotypes of Mountaineers and Frontiersmen: Pre-Performance Remarks High Country Humanities Friday, August 9, 2024 7:00pm-7:45pm View all events Contact Diversity and Inclusion at App State Jamie Parson, J.D. Chief Diversity Officer Phone: 828-262-2460 Email us Links Home Disclaimer EO Policy Accessibility Privacy Policy Website manager: beltmr (montaldipa) © 2024 Appalachian State University. All rights reserved. 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