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Appalachian State @appstate 2d

We’re closing out Heroes Week with one more “thank you” and a look back at Wednesday’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony.

Dr. Heather Norris @AppChancellor 2d

App State was proud to honor our student, faculty, and staff service members during our annual Veterans Day Ceremony. To all of our Mountaineer veterans: Thank you for your service, your many sacrifices and your selfless dedication to our country. youtu.be/pUyAaVj-6jE
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Appalachian State @appstate 3d

“It’s OK to take pride in your service, whatever your role. Whether you were a cook, a musician, or a SEAL, you did something that not everybody does.” - Dr. Adam Booker
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today.appstate.edu From Navy musician to App State professor, Dr. Adam Booker carries lessons of service into teaching App State honored veterans and military service members at its 2026 Veterans Day Ceremony on the Boone campus, with Navy veteran and professor Dr. Adam Booker serving as the event’s featured speaker....

Appalachian State @appstate 3d

Dr. Seth Grooms leads the Lumbee River Archaeology Project, now in its third year. Grooms is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran. Today his service continues through his work creating partnerships for history, land and people. today.appstate.edu/2026/11/03/lum…

today.appstate.edu Unearthing history: App State–Lumbee Tribe partnership documents ancestral sites in Robeson County This summer, App State student researchers and Lumbee citizens worked side by side in Robeson County to unearth artifacts and assist in documenting ancient history. Led by Dr. Seth Grooms, the...

Appalachian State @appstate 4d

Happy Veterans Day! This morning, the App State community gathered for our annual Veterans Day ceremony to recognize and express gratitude to all who have served in the United States military, including Mountaineer students, faculty, staff and alumni. Thank you. 🇺🇸

Three individuals are standing outdoors on a paved area with circular plaques. They are smiling, dressed formally, and are in front of trees with autumn foliage. A tall flagpole is visible in the background.

Aerial view of an indoor event at Appalachian State University. Attendees are seated facing a speaker at a podium. The setting is decorated with black banners showcasing historical names and dates associated with the university. Red and blue lights illuminate the backdrop.

A group of uniformed individuals holds flags, including the American flag and the North Carolina state flag, during a ceremony. Attendees stand respectfully with some placing their hands over their hearts. The setting appears to be indoors, with flags and banners hanging from the ceiling.

A person in a military uniform with a "Williams" name tag smiles while engaging with two individuals at a social event. The scene is lively, with other people in the blurred background, suggesting a well-attended gathering.

Appalachian State @appstate 6d

Big news: Forbes magazine just named App State the Number 1 Best Employer for Veterans in America, adding to our top national military rankings from U.S. News & World Report, Military Times, and Military-Friendly Schools. 🇺🇸

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today.appstate.edu App State named America’s No. 1 employer for US veterans by Forbes App State has been named the No. 1 employer in the nation for veterans, according to Forbes magazine, which named the university to its 2026 “America’s Best Employers For Veterans” rankings list. The...