Appalachian State University prepares students to lead purposeful lives as engag

Appalachian State University prepares students to lead purposeful lives as engaged global citizens who understand their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all.
Our students think critically, communicate effectively, make local to global connections, and understand the responsibilities of community engagement. We embrace our obligation to help create healthy, just, and sustainable societies by equipping our students to live with knowledge, compassion, dedication, humility, and dignity. After reviewing our institutional mission statement (https://www.appstate.edu/about/mission-values/ , please describe why you are interested in attending Appalachian State.