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Employment at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University’s beautiful setting in the Blue Ridge Mountains is more than a location. It profoundly shapes how our community lives, works and learns together.

Boone embodies “college town” in the best sense — a place where people say hello on the street and a vibrant downtown is just a block from campus. This may be the career destination you’ve been looking for.

Join the faculty and staff at Appalachian

View open positions at App State, create online applications and apply for positions. Get started now.

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Why work at Appalachian State University?

At Appalachian, we believe in the power of community. This is evident in our mission, vision and values. Our commitment to sustainability shows in our classrooms, our operations and our community. This commitment to environmental preservation, as well as economic and social equity, means we are working toward a more just and sustainable future for all.

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Embracing Diversity of Thought, Belief and Community

At Appalachian, we are committed to fostering a community culture that is a microcosm of and responsive to the beliefs, identities, practices and values needed for constructive engagement in our increasingly global community. In this spirit of inclusion, we value diversity of thought, belief and community as essential to the interdisciplinary approach to education, as well as to the greater life experience.

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University Facts

Learn basic facts about App State, including location, enrollment, costs, sustainability, research, service-learning and more.

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What’s in App’s future?

We’re enhancing the Appalachian Experience — with a stronger physical infrastructure and five-year goals that further empower human potential. Get the full picture through a new, special website detailing our growth and change.

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Student employment

Are you an App student looking for a job on or off campus? Appalachian offers assistance in finding employment for students on campus, career development resources for those getting ready to graduate, and job fair opportunities for employers who are looking for critical thinkers and creative problem solvers. Find information and resources here.

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Resources and Support:

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Benefits

Find out about health insurance, types of leave, domestic partner benefits and more.

About our culture

  • Peterson’s recognizes App State as top-20 school for outdoor enthusiasts
  • Alumni survey highlights the value of a UNC System education
  • Strong military connections and support for student veterans
  • Campus sustainability efforts at Appalachian are a ‘win-win-win,’ garner Appalachian top rankings from AASHE and SIERRA magazine

Accolades for Boone, North Carolina

  • Southern Living’s “South’s Best College Towns”
  • National Geographic Adventure magazine’s “Best Places to Live and Play”
  • Outside magazine’s top 10 “Best Towns in America”
  • USA Today’s “10 Great Small Towns with Huge Backyards”
  • U.S. News & World Report’s “10 Best Places to Retire in the U.S.”
  • Matador Network’s “25 Coolest Towns in America: 2018"
  • TripAdvisor’s “Hidden Gems: 13 U.S. Towns That Are Diamonds in the Rough”
  • Trips To Discover's "6 Most Charming Downtown Areas in North Carolina"

News and Events at Appalachian

Read Appalachian Today for stories on the people and programs that make up Appalachian’s campus culture.

Who is Yosef?

Yosef

The university mascot is Yosef, which is mountain talk for "yourself.” If you are an Appalachian graduate, fan or friend and have a heart filled with black and gold, you are Yosef.

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News

  • App State’s next Quality Enhancement Plan will equip students for tomorrow’s careers
    App State’s next Quality Enhancement Plan will equip students for tomorrow’s careers
    March 19, 2024

    Beginning in fall 2024, Appalachian State University will initiate a new, five-year Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) designed to help prepare students to address climate resilience needs and opportunities across multiple disciplines, equipping them for the careers of tomorrow.

  • App State's Days of Service contribute hundreds of volunteer hours to Watauga County nonprofits
    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.

  • App State partners with Mebane Charitable Foundation to improve literacy in the High Country and Catawba Valley
    App State partners with Mebane Charitable Foundation to improve literacy in the High Country and Catawba Valley
    February 21, 2024

    The Mebane Charitable Foundation has donated $100,000 to App State to expand reading assistance services for K–3 students in Watauga and Catawba counties.

  • App State’s annual economic impacts: $2.2 billion statewide, $573 million locally
    App State’s annual economic impacts: $2.2 billion statewide, $573 million locally
    November 20, 2023

    In fiscal year 2021–22, App State generated an estimated $573 million in added income for the five-county regional economy and $2.2 billion to the North Carolina economy through operations, construction, visitor, and student spending; volunteerism; and the increased earnings and productivity of alumni.

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Appalachian Cares is a place to find resources and support available for our students faculty and staff regarding student health and safety.

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