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Lawn Mower Bash Duck Pond Field
September 12, 2009 @ 1:00PM
Posted By: Brittney Tensi
Football Broadcast-Samford Kidd Brewer Stadium
September 26, 2009 @ 3:00PM
Join Brandon Dickson, Chris Kroeger and the rest of the broadcast team as we bring you pregame, game, and postgame coverage of the Mountaineers SoCon opening game against the Samford Bulldogs. We will bring you continuous live coverage of Appalachian football all game long. Listen in...90.5 WASU FM and online at wasurocks.com.
Posted By: Brandon Dickson
Tailgating on Duck Pond Field Duck Pond Field
September 26, 2009 @ 12:00PM
Come out and join the WASU Crew as we tailgate before App Football plays Samford! We will have giveaways, dare I say, out the WASU!
Posted By: Jon Palmer
3rd Annual ASU 1,00 Pint Homecoming Blood Drive Holmes Convocation Center
September 29, 2009 @ 8:00AM
3rd Annual ASU 1,000-Pint Homecoming Blood Drive
Holmes Convocation Center - 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Kick off your Homecoming experience by giving back and help us make history AGAIN this year by donating at the biggest student-run blood drive in North Carolina!
Sponsored by ACT (Appalachian and the Community Together) Visit www.act.appstate.edu for more information.
Posted By: Jon Palmer
News Meeting Wey Hall, Room 318
October 6, 2009 @ 6:30PM
So we haven't had a meeting in a couple of weeks. We'll be talking about new stuff so come out if you can. Also: if you can, bring a couple of bucks for pizza!!
Posted By: Cabel Adkins
The Hangover I.G. Greer
October 8, 2009 @ 7:00PM
October 8th-10th-7/9:30pm at I.G. Greer Super Cinema: The Hangover presented by APPS Films
Two days before his wedding, Doug and his three friends take a drive to Vegas for a blow-out bachelor party they'll never forget! Starring Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Heather Graham and Zach Galifianakis!
First 5 SOBER people get in free, the rest gotta pay $1
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Hypnotist Jim Ward Farthing Auditorium
October 9, 2009 @ 9:00PM
Oct. 9th-9pm at Farthing Auditorium: Hypnotist Jim Wand presented by Special Events
Hypnotist Jim Wand returns to Appalachian to embarass you and your friends! With his quirky sense of humor and magical mind controlling powers, this is sure to be one great night of laughs and amazement. Don't bring the kids this time, this event is "R rated".
Admission to this event is FREE
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Greek Life; A Different World Legends
October 10, 2009 @ 8:30PM
October 10th-8:30pm at Legends: "Greek Life; A Different World" presented by CCA & NPHC
The time has come again for ASU's exciting fall Step Show! CCA and the National Pan-hellenic Council are coming together to provide App State students, alumni and the general public for an entertaining night of laughs and camaraderie. This bi-annual step show is the local edition that brings some of App's best step dancers to the stage. Make sure to keep the rest of your night clear, there is an after-party right after the show in celebration of Homecoming 2009!
Please be aware that the Step show is not BYOB. The after-party is a BYOB event.
Tickets go on sale September 22 at the Plemmons Info Desk. Tix are $5 students advance, $7 guests advance, $7 students at the door and $9 for the public at the door.
Posted By: Jon Palmer
WASU Homecoming Tailgating Extravaganza Duck Pond Field
October 10, 2009 @ 11:00AM
Come out to Duck Pond Field Saturday October 10th at 11:00 AM. Come out, hang out, drop in, and drop out. Come to win T-shirts, Kozzies, Stickers, CD's and much more. It is going to be an event not to miss!
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Presented by A.P.P.S. I.G. Greer
October 22, 2009 @ 7:00PM
Oct. 22-24th-7/10pm at I.G. Greer: Harry Potter & The Half-blood Prince presented by APPS Films
Voldemort is tightening his grip on both the Muggle and Wizarding worlds and Hogwarts is no longer the safe haven it once was.
Starring Daniel Radcliffe, Alan Rickman and Michael Gambon
First 5 who know Dumbledore's full name get in FREE!!!!
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Pumpkin Carving Presented by A.P.P.S. Sanford Mall
October 22, 2009 @ 11:00AM
October 22nd-11am-3pm at Sanford Mall: Pumpkin Carving presented by Special Events
We know that you have a creative side...come and show us what you got! Come out to Sanford Mall and carve your own big, round pumpkin for FREE! We'll provide all the tools and stencils needed to create your masterpiece. All you need to do is grab a friend and come out! Afterwards you can take it home and show it off!
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Benefit Dance Presented by Appalachian Heritage Legends
October 23, 2009 @ 6:00PM
October 23rd-6pm at Legends: Benefit Dance presented by Appalachian Heritage
This week's contra dance is a special one. It will benefit the Appalachian Studies Scholarship program. From 6-8pm, The Laurel Creek String Band will be offering up some tunes for a square dance. At 8pm, there is a Cake Walk where you, yes you, can win a cake! Finally, at 8:30pm, you better be ready to dance as Bob Kogut and The Kruger Brothers throw it down while Connie Carringer and Jesse Edgerton make the calls. Please come out and support The Appalachian Studies Scholarship Program and have lots of fun at the same time!!
Admission is $1 with a suggested donation
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Presented by A.P.P.S. I.G. Greer
October 29, 2009 @ 7:00PM
Oct.29-30-7/10pm at I.G. Greer: Transformers: Revenge of The Fallen presented by APPS Films
Sam Witwicky joins the Autobots once again to take down their sworn enemies, The Decepticons!
Staring Shia LaBeouf, Megan Fox, Josh Duhamel and Tyrese Gibson.
First 5 to run in slow motion get in FREE! (you know, the way Megan Fox does it!) the rest get in for $1
Posted By: Jon Palmer
The Solarium: Speak Easy The Solarium
November 4, 2009 @ 8:00PM
November 4th-6-8pm in The Solarium: Speak Easy presented by CCA
The Council for Cultural Awareness is hosting an event like no other, Speak Easy. This event will feature a Poetry Slam as well as some jazz music to tickle your soul. The event is free and is open to all Appalachian students and the surrounding community. Speak Easy will provide a venue for the students to express their poetic and musical side for all to witness. Don't hesitate, this event is FREE!
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Mountaineer Madness Holmes Convocation Center
November 5, 2009 @ 7:30PM
Come and enjoy Mountaineer Madness! The Sports Team will be broadcasting live from 7:00-9:00 and the Promotions Team will be at the gate doing give aways.
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Funny People I.G. Greer
November 5, 2009 @ 7:00PM
November 5-7th-7/10pm at I.G. Greer Super Cinema: Funny People presented by APPS Films
Rising writer and producer Judd Apatow and his famous cast of stars, give us another great film to laugh at; Funny People. Adam Sandler stars as George Simmons, a famous stand-up comedian, who learns that he has a terminal illness and has less than a year to live. His urge to have a a close friend before his death causes him to take a rookie comedian (Seth Rogan) out on the road with him.
Starring Adam Sandler, Seth Rogan and Leslie Mann
Admission is only $1
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Wax Hands Molding Plemmons Student Union
November 5, 2009 @ 10:00AM
Nov. 5th-10am-2pm Plemmons Student Union: Wax Hands Molding presented by Special Events
How many times have you walked by a wax sculpture and said "I want a wax mold of myself!"; here's your chance. Come out on Wednesday morning and create a FREE hand sculpture out of real wax. No, it doesn't hurt and you can make ANY hand gesture you want...seriously. Don't forget, it's FREE!
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Contra Dance w/ Waltz Workshop Presented by Appalachian Heritage Legends
November 6, 2009 @ 6:00PM
Nov. 6th-6pm at Legends: Contra Dance w/ Waltz workshop presented by Appalachian Heritage
It's Contra dance night in Boone! If you were to only go to one contra dance this semester, this would be the one. Appalachian Heritage is bringing two special guests to the dance floor, Warren and Terry Doyle! These two will be making the calls as well as facilitating the Waltz workshop that will take place from 6-7:30pm. Music will be provided by "Hay for 3". Remember to bring your dancin shoes, your ID and a smile.
Admission is $4/students, $5/guests. Doors open at 6pm
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Highway 194 Closing Highway 194
November 9, 2009 @ 8:16AM
Starting on Monday, Nov. 9, “weather permitting” the Public Utilities Department will be closing the road of Hwy 194, from US Hwy 421 S to New Market Center for the replacement of a sewer tap. This road will be closed from 8:00 am until 4:00 pm.
If the weather is not permitting, an alternate date will be selected and a new public service announcement will ensue.
If you have any questions or concerns pertaining to this matter, please call the Public Utilities Department at 828-268-6250.
This has been a traffic update by the WASU News Room.
Posted By: Annie Sadler
District 9 I.G. Greer Super Cinema
November 12, 2009 @ 7:00PM
Nov.12-14th-7/9:30pm at I.G. Greer Super Cinema: District 9 presented by APPS Films
Thirty years ago, aliens made first contact with Earth. Humans waited for the hostile attack or advances in technology. Neither came, instead the aliens were refugees. The creatures were set up in a makeshift home in South Africa's District 9. Make sure to bring a friend to grab onto for this sci-fi thriller!
Admission is $1.
First five to have an alien bust forth from their chest, get in FREE!!!
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Mindball Grandfather Ballroom
November 17, 2009 @ 10:00AM
November 17th-10am-2pm in Grandfather Ballroom (PSU): Mindball presented by Special Events
In our trip to the National Association of College Activity Convention last year, one game stood out from everything, MINDBALL! Challenge a friend or stranger to the ultimate mindgame. Use your brainwaves or lack of...to defeat your opponent and gain respect of all those around. This is a difficult game and it is addicting. Make sure to come out early! All this fun is for FREE!!!
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Contra/Square Dance Legends
November 20, 2009 @ 6:00PM
Nov. 20th-6pm at Legends: Contra/Square Dance presented by Appalachian Heritage
Come out and lose a few pounds before your Thanksgiving feast! Phil Jamison will be making the calls as The New Southern Ramblers play the tunes. All the fun starts at 7pm! As always, the night starts out with a beginner lesson to be followed by the real deal. Bring your partner as this will be a night to remember!
Admission is $4 for students and $5 for guests
Posted By: Jon Palmer
The Hurt Locker IG Greer
December 3, 2009 @ 7:00PM
December 3rd-5th-7/9:30pm at I.G. Greer Super Cinema: The Hurt Locker presented by APPS Films
In the summer of 2004, Bravo Company , a small division of a counter force specifically trained to handle homemade bombs, find themselves stuck in the middle of a dark and dirty war.
Starring Evangeline Lilly (LOST), Ralph Fiennes and Jermey Renner.
First five people to say "Locker? I don't even know her!" get in free....the rest, $1
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Full Metal Jacket Greenbrier
January 15, 2010 @ 7:00PM
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Inglorious Basterds I.G. Greer
January 16, 2010 @ 7:00PM
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Man With The Golden Gun '74 Greenbriar Cinema
January 22, 2010 @ 7:00PM
January 20th/22nd-7pm at Greenbriar Cinema: Man With The Golden Gun '74 presented by Films
APPS Films brings another classic 007 to Greenbriar Cinema Vintage. This time, Bond is lead to believe that he is being hunted by the world's top assassin and he must hunt him down before it's too late.
Admission is $1
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Contra Dance Legends
January 22, 2010 @ 6:00PM
January 22nd-6pm at Legends: Appalachian Heritage presets Contra Dance!
Put on your dancin' shoes and get ready for the Spring 2010 Contra Dance series! This semester kicks off with the Contra Cowboys and Jesse Edgerton providing the music and the calls. Get there early for a swing dance workshop followed by beginner lessons at 7:30pm. The real dance starts at 8pm, don't be late!
Admission for this event is $4 for students and $5 for the public.
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Zombieland I.G. Greer
January 23, 2010 @ 9:30PM
January 21st-23rd-7/9:30pm at I.G. Greer: Zombieland presented by APPS Films
Think that you could survive a zombie invasion?? This film by Ruben Fleischer has the answer. In this comedy-horror film, two men (Woody Harrelson and Jesse Eisenberg) try to find their way through a world that is overrun by zombies.
Admission is $1
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Blacklight Putt Putt Legends
January 27, 2010 @ 5:00PM
January 27th-5pm at Legends: Blacklight Putt Putt presented by Special Events
There's not too many things in life that are better than a game of putt putt...but when you add blacklights to the mix, there's nothing better! When you get out of class, grab your friends and bust a move down to Legends! We'll be waiting for you!
This event is FREE!!!!
Posted By: Jon Palmer
NouN Legends
January 28, 2010 @ 9:00PM
January 28th-9pm at Legends: NouN presented by Club Shows
Come and support Appalachian's very own comedy improv group!! This troupe has been at it for years and the comedy just gets better with every new group of students. The shows starts early so don't miss it! Doors open at 9pm with the comedy to soon follow! This is a BYOB event.
Admission for this event is $2 in advance for students and $3 for the public. All tickets are $3 day of the show. Tickets can be purchased at The Plemmons Student Union Info Desk.
Posted By: Jon Palmer
The Birds Greenbriar Cinema
January 29, 2010 @ 7:00PM
January 27th/29th-7pm at Greenbriar Cinema: The Birds presented by APPS Films
An immense flock of birds decends upon a seacoast town and makes it their nesting ground. Just when you thought that the birds were nice and pretty, they start to attack and kill the townsfolk.
Admission is $1
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Where The Wild Things Are I.G. Greer
January 30, 2010 @ 9:30PM
January 28th-30th-7/9:30pm at I.G. Greer: Where The Wild Things Are presented by Films
Everyone's favorite children's book comes to the silver screen. This adaptation of Maurice Sendak's classic story, where Max is sent to bed without dinner and steps into a world that most only dream about. Don't miss this last chance to see it on the bog screen.
First 5 to ROAR get in FREE!
Admission is $1.
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Cry Baby Greenbriar Cinema
February 4, 2010 @ 7:00PM
February 3/4-7pm at Greenbriar Cinema: Cry Baby presented by APPS Films
Ladies, this one is for you.
Johnny Depp stars as a high school delinquent in this satirical comedy set in 1950's Baltimore.
Admission is $1
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Contra Dance Legends
February 5, 2010 @ 7:00PM
February 5th-7p.m. at Legends: Contra Dance presented by APP Heritage
"Hay for Three" makes their way to Boone to provide the tunes for this week's dance. APPS' own Connie Carringer, will be making the calls as you and your dance partner twirl the night away. Put on your dancin' shoes and come enjoy some old-time fun!
Admission for this event is $4 for students and $5 for the public. Lessons will be given at 7:30p.m.
Posted By: Jon Palmer
The Twilight Saga: New Moon I.G. Greer
February 6, 2010 @ 9:30PM
Feb. 4th-6th-7/9:30pm at I.G. Greer: The Twilight Saga: New Moon presented by APPS Films
Following Bella Swan's ill fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Wash., in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherit in their world.
First 5 people getting dragged in by their girlfriend get in FREE!!
Admission is $1. Film screenings are at 7 and 9:30pm
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Meet your Match: Speed Dating and Friending Price Lake room
February 11, 2010 @ 8:00PM
Feb. 11th-8p.m. in the Price Lake Room of PSU: Meet your Match:Speed Dating and Friending
This event, presented by Special Events, is about socializing and enjoying free drinks and snacks while meeting a new friend or muse. Door prizes will be given out and our friends from the Counseling Center will be on hand giving out some tips on socializing!
This event is FREE!!!!!
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Fiddler's Competition Plemmons Student Union
February 20, 2010 @ 11:00PM
February 19th/20th-All Day at Plemmons Student Union: Fiddler's Competition
Appalachian Heritage brings you the 2nd annual Appalachian State Fiddler's Convention. Saturday events include competitions in fiddle, banjo, guitar, flat foot dancing, old-time stringband, and folksong including youth and novice categories. Registration for the competitions is from 10am-2pm on Saturday and the competitions take place Saturday from 11am-5pm.
There will be workshops in fiddle, guitar, and banjo throughout the day on Saturday. These workshops will be facilitated by Riley Baugus and The Stewart Brothers.
There will also be a concert by Riley Baugus and The Stewart Brothers Saturday night at 8pm. Admission is $5.
All workshops and competitions are free and open to the public.
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Polar Plunge Duck Pond
February 25, 2010 @ 3:00PM
Come out to Duck Pond field to watch people plunge into the freezing pond, including members of WASU. We'll be broadcasting and doing give aways.
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Contra Dance Legends
March 9, 2010 @ 7:00PM
March 9th-7p.m. at Legends: Contra Dance presented by APP Heritage
Jesse Edgerton makes an appearance as the caller and "The Wildcat Trio" will be making the music happen as another night of contra dancing happens. As always, bring your dancin' shoes and a smile!
Admission for this event is $4 for students and $5 for the public. Beginner lessons will be given at 7:30p.m.
Posted By: Jon Palmer
The Rescuers Greenbriar Cinema
March 19, 2010 @ 9:00PM
March 17/19-7 p.m. at Greenbriar Cinema: The Rescuers presented by APPS Films
When the police cannot find a little girl who has been kidnapped in the Bayou, two mice named Bernard and Miss Bianca are on the case!
Admission is $1
Posted By: Jon Palmer
The Blind Side I.G. Greer
March 20, 2010 @ 9:30PM
March 18-20th-7/9:30 p.m. at I.G. Greer: The Blind Side presented by APPS Films
Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys. This family is a wealthy, white family who helps him fulfill his potential. Sandra Bullock and Tim McGraw star in the film.
Admission is $1
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Make Your OWn Street Signs The Solarium
March 25, 2010 @ 12:00PM
March 25th-12 p.m. in PSU: Make your own street signs presentd by Special Events
That's right...get your own street sign made up for FREE!!!! Put it up in your dorm room, living room, kitchen or even the bathroom!
This event lasts from 12-4 p.m. Just look for the line outside the Solarium, on Cascades side.
Posted By: Jon Palmer
The Rescuers Down Under Greenbriar Cinema
March 26, 2010 @ 7:00PM
March 24/26th-7 p.m. at Greenbriar Cinema: The Rescuers Down Under presented by APPS Films
Bernard and Miss Bianca take a trip to Australia as they help an aboriginal boy escape from poachers.
Admission is $1
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Brothers I.G. Greer
March 27, 2010 @ 9:30PM
March 25th-27th-7/9:30 p.m. at I.G. Greer: Brothers presented by APPS Films
This drama/thriller is a good one. Natalie Portman, Jake Gyllenhaal and Tobey Maguire all star in this film about a young man that comforts his older brother's wife and children after he goes missing in Afghanistan.
First 5 to say " I hope that this makes up for Spiderman 3" get in FREE. Everybody else has to give up 1 dollar to get in.
Film screenings are at 7 and 9:30 p.m.
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Hypnotist Jim Wand Farthing Auditorium
April 7, 2010 @ 7:00PM
April 7th-7p.m. at Farthing: Hypnotist Jim Wand presented by Special Events
That's right! He's back! If you haven't heard of Mr. Wand, don't worry...just know that he's one of the funniest hypnotists around. Get your tickets fast, this event has sold out before!
Admission is FREE!!!!
Posted By: Jon Palmer
All Dogs Go To Heaven Greenbriar Cinema
April 9, 2010 @ 7:00PM
April 7/9-7 p.m. at Greenbriar Cinema: All Dogs Go To Heaven presented by APPS Films
This animated musical adventure is about a dog who is newly released from prison. He's got a Dachshound pal and boy do they get into trouble!
Admission for this event is $1
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Invictus I.G. Greer Cinema
April 10, 2010 @ 10:00PM
April 8-10th-7/10 p.m. at I.G. Greer Cinema: Invictus presented by APPS Films
This is a film based on true story of how Nelson Mandela joined forces with the captain of South Africa's rugby team, Francois Pienaar, to help unite their country.
First 5 to "escape from Shawshank" get in FREE!!!
Admission to this event is $1. Film screenings are at 7 and 10 p.m.
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Spring Fling Duck Pond
April 10, 2010 @ 12:00PM
Apr. 10-12 p.m. at Duck Pond: Spring Fling Justice Bash presented by Special Events and 
Justice Hall
Get ready for a full day of events from APPS! Justice Hall is teaming up with us to bring you the 2010 version of SPRING FLING!!!! Come out and enjoy fun and games on Duck Pond Field. There will be a giant slide, trampoline jump, popcorn, kettle corn, radar pitching, gravity ball, 120 ft. obstacle course fair games, tye-dying and LIVE MUSIC!
Admission for this event is FREE!!!
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Intellectual Orgasm The Blue Ridge Ballroom
April 22, 2010 @ 8:00PM
April 22-8 p.m. in The Blue Ridge Ball Room: Intellectual Orgasm presented by CCA and Lyric
Come out and join Lyric and CCA celebrate poetry at its finest. The night will be filled with mind blowing performances and lyrical content that will take you out of this world.
This event is FREE!!!!
Posted By: Jon Palmer
Sign The Sheet, Enjoy the Heat! Sanford
August 26, 2010 @ 12:30PM
We will be out on sanford from 12:30-1:30pm having people sign and draw on our bedsheet and also giving away tickets to Kottonmouth Kings!
Come on by and Enjoy the Heat!
Posted By: Promotions Director