Chancellor's messages

  • Message from Interim Chancellor Heather Norris
    Friday, October 11, 2024

    Today at 5 p.m., we will reopen the university, after being closed for more than two weeks. This is a significant event in our 125-year history, marking just how devastating the effects of Hurricane Helene have been on our community.

    We witnessed amazing acts of kindness and humanity during this time. Members of our community rescued others from rising and rapidly moving water. When landslides and downed trees blocked access, those who were able dug and chainsawed their way through to get others to safety. They walked, boated and rode horses and mules to deliver supplies to family, neighbors, friends and strangers.

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  • Message from Interim Chancellor Heather Norris
    Tuesday, October 8, 2024

    This morning, my leadership team joined me as we engaged in conversation with leaders from Watauga County, the Town of Boone and the Boone Chamber regarding the timing of our resumption of classes.

    During this meeting, together with the County, Town and Chamber, we determined that we can, with the improving infrastructure, thoughtfully, responsibly and respectfully resume classes after Fall Break, on Wednesday, Oct. 16.

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  • Message from Interim Chancellor Heather Norris
    Friday, October 4, 2024

    On Wednesday, we shared with students, faculty and staff that classes remain canceled on the App State Boone and Hickory campuses and Adverse Weather Condition 3 (Closure) remains in effect through 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11.

    With Fall Break Oct. 14-15, classes will resume no earlier than Oct. 16. The modality and locations will be determined based on conditions and infrastructure.

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