Anywhere you want to go! Appalachian State University generates passionate and engaged alumni who become leaders in their communities and chosen professions. They exemplify how an App State education can and does make the world a better place.
Profiles
Jane Palmer's LA-based company produces black pigments made from wood waste
March 24, 2023These awards recognize graduates for their professional, service and philanthropic accomplishments
September 1, 2022- September 24, 2021
- February 17, 2021
- February 10, 2021
- December 21, 2020
- November 19, 2020
- June 15, 2020
- February 19, 2020
- December 13, 2019
- October 11, 2019
- October 18, 2019
- November 27, 2018
- October 11, 2018
- October 11, 2018
Ian Mance and Dustin Chicurel-Bayard served together in Student Government Association
April 12, 2018Q&A with J. Tyler Ramsey ’16, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
April 12, 2018Appalachian alumnus’ solar project benefits regional homeless shelter
January 29, 2018- December 15, 2017
- November 7, 2017
- September 15, 2017
Alumni Matt and Laura Parker run a nonprofit that helps find and free slaves
July 18, 2017- March 10, 2017
- February 6, 2017
- February 28, 2013
- November 22, 2017
- July 14, 2017
- July 6, 2017
- November 21, 2017
- September 19, 2017
- August 5, 2016
- July 14, 2017
Appalachian State University history majors find dream jobs in Vegas discover a fellow Mountaineer, just a cubicle away
July 4, 2016- September 3, 2015
First Destinations
Whether graduates seek immediate employment or an advanced degree after graduation, their App State Experience gets them where they want to go.
Within a year of graduation*:
86% of App State undergraduate and graduate alumni are employed and/or enrolled in continuing higher education programs.
*Tracking rate on all 2020–21 graduates: 74.5%
Read more alumni stories
Our Appalachian Today news site features the latest stories of alumni accomplishments. See how App State graduates are making a difference. Learn more
Internships
One of the best ways to gain practical experience in your major is through an internship, conducted in the summer, fall or spring semesters. Either the Career Development Center or your academic department can help you find the right host site and mentor. Learn more