Schedule of Events

Additional High Country happenings

  • Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show (details)
  • Healing Arts: Yoga in the Mayer Gallery (details)
  • Tweetsie Railroad – Day Out with Thomas “Mystery on the Rails Tour 2012” (details)
  • Downtown West Jefferson Gallery Crawl (details)

Where to Stay

Country Inn & Suites
818 E. King Street
Boone, NC 28607
Rate: $109.99/night (plus tax)
Refer to: Appalachian Alumni Association

Holiday Inn Express
1943 Blowing Rock Rd.
Boone, NC 28607
Rate: $124/night (plus tax)
Refer to: ASU Alumni

High Country Host
 

 

FRIDAY, JUNE 8

Black & Gold Society Induction
McKinney Alumni Center
5:00 p.m. - Reception, 6:00 p.m. - Induction, 6:45 p.m.- Class of 1962 Photo
Price: complimentary
All members of our Black & Gold Society (graduates from the classes of 1962 and prior) are invited to a complimentary reception at the McKinney Alumni Center. Enjoy hors d’œuvres and beverages on our patio as you reconnect with your ASTC classmates. Chancellor Peacock will join us for the induction of the Class of 1962 into this esteemed group. If you were inducted last year, be sure to wear your medallion proudly to this event. Price: complimentary. R.s.v.p. requested.

SATURDAY, JUNE 9

Rhododendron Society Induction Breakfast
New Reich College of Education Building
Bryce and Izoria Gordon Gathering Hall (Room 124A)
7:30 a.m. - coffee, 8:00 a.m. - breakfast
Price: $15 per person
The Reich College of Education will formally introduce the 2012 class of Rhododendron Society inductees. The Rhododendron Society recognizes graduates of Appalachian State University whose service as teachers, librarians, human service professionals or administrators has reflected great credit on themselves and the University. This year’s honorees include Colon Nifong ’55 ’56, Dr. Samuel “Sam” Houston, Jr. ’65 ’66, and Mr. William P. Campbell ’72 ’80 ’88. Price: $15. R.s.v.p. requested..

Black & Gold Society Class Meetings
New Reich College of Education Building - 10:00 a.m.
Price: complimentary
Alumni from the Class of 1962 and prior are invited to reconnect with classmates and share stories of your days at Appalachian. Light breakfast items will be available. Price: complimentary. R.s.v.p. requested.

University Bookstore Open
Enjoy shopping for fun new Appalachian merchandise!

Appalachian Family BBQ
Sanford Mall – 11:30 a.m.
Price: $12 adults, $8 child (aged 6-13), free for ages five and under
Alumni, friends, and family are invited to experience an Appalachian BBQ on Sanford Mall! Enjoy delicious BBQ, be welcomed by campus administrators and fellow alumni, and take home black and gold give-aways. What better way to spend a June Saturday in Boone? *In the event of inclimate weather, the BBQ will be held in the adjacent Central Dining Facility. Price: $12 adults, $8 child (ages 6-13), free for ages five and under. R.s.v.p. requested.

Campus Walking Tour
Meets at Sanford Mall – 1:00 p.m.
Price: complimentaryAppalachian Student Ambassadors will be giving 30-45 minute campus walking tours, starting at the Appalachian Family BBQ. Learn about updates to our beautiful campus. Price: complimentary. R.s.v.p. requested.

Athletics Facility Tour
Appalachian Athletics Center - 2:00 p.m.
Price: complimentary
Take a walking tour of the crown jewel of the Athletics Enhancement Campaign with a representative of The Yosef Club. Learn about state-of-the-art equipment and technology being used to support student-athletes from all of Appalachian’s 20 varsity teams. Price: complimentary. R.s.v.p. requested.

Alumni Awards Gala
Holmes Convocation Center – 5:30 p.m. Reception, 6:30 p.m. Dinner
Price: $40 adult, $30 student
Join us for a festive black & gold affair as we honor the “Best of Appalachian” at this annual event. Along with a cocktail reception and delicious dinner, we will be honoring the 2012 Alumni Award winners, including: Outstanding Service Award winner Wayne L. Sumner ’75, Honorary Alumni Award recipient Michael A. Steinback, Young Alumni Award winner Scott K. Lampe ’94, Distinguished Alumni Award winner and New York Times bestselling author, Stephen J. Dubner ’84, and our 2012 Alumni Memorial Scholars. Price: $40. R.s.v.p. requested.

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