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Reflections on a year defined by COVID-19


The university remains open, with emergency management protocols activated and operational modifications and precautions in place. Read the latest updates
Students, faculty and staff adopted face coverings quickly and consistently on Appalachian State University’s campus during 2020. The university provided more than 97,000 face coverings during fall 2020 for students, faculty and staff. Photo by Chase Reynolds
Reflections on a year defined by COVID-19
By the numbers: App State’s response to COVID-19
$6.3 million in funds awarded to students in need through CARES emergency grants, as of Dec. 14.
97,693 face coverings provided to faculty, staff and students.
31,293 COVID-19 tests administered by App State, as of Dec. 21. ....

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10 tips for staying healthy through winter


10 tips for staying healthy through winter advice from App State’s student health medical director
The first three recommendations from Appalachian State University’s student health medical director for staying healthy this winter are, pictured from left, washing your hands frequently, wearing a face covering and getting a flu shot. Photos by Marie Freeman
Taylor Rushing, M.D., is the medical director of Appalachian State University’s M.S. Shook Health Service on campus. Photo submitted
Where to get a COVID-19 test
When the university is in session, students can speak with a registered nurse at Student Health Service to determine if a COVID-19 test may be needed. App State offers regular COVID-19 testing for students, faculty and staff. Faculty, staff and students and their family members can be tested by AppHealthCare Monday–Friday. A list of no-cost COVID-19 testing events across North Carolina is published on the NC Department of Health and Human Servi ....

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