Library News
Belk Library and Information Commons VIP Tours
Modern academic libraries are constantly evolving to better serve the communities in which we live, and the App State University Libraries are exceeding in this area. VIP Behind-the-Scenes tours of the Belk Library and Information Commons, hosted by the Dean, provide...
The Libraries + You = A great collaboration!
The Libraries + You = A great collaboration! Collaborating on events and activities to support the work of our students is a key part of the University Libraries mission. We wish to thank and acknowledge our incredible campus and community co-sponsors and partners...
Research and Presentations
The past year has been one of achievements, professional growth, and scholarly excellence for the employees of the University Libraries. Through research publications, conference presentations, professional awards, and newly earned certifications, library faculty and...
Maya Weaver hired as Music Library Manager
We are excited to announce that Maya Weaver will be the new Music Library Manager. In this role, Maya will be responsible for the functional operations of the Nicholas Erneston Music Library, located in the Broyhill Music Center. This position will report directly to...
2026 Belk Distinguished Lecture featuring Kate Quinn
by Kelly Burkett, Executive Assistant to the Dean, University Libraries New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of historical fiction Kate Quinn visited Appalachian State University on Thursday, September 17, 2026, presenting to a welcoming crowd of...
Save the Date: 2027 App State Children’s Literature Symposium
Save the date for the 2027 App State Children’s Literature Symposium, April 14–15, 2027! Join us for two days celebrating visual storytelling with Cátia Chien and Drew Beckmeyer, including programs for children and families, educators and librarians, the App State...
Library Open House
Our Renaissance-themed Open House brought plenty of fun to the University Libraries! From mini games and free food and drinks to bracelets, trinkets, prizes, and more, there was something for everyone to enjoy. The Open House was featured in The Appalachian. Boasting...
Jewel Davis Receives Governors Award of Excellence
Instructional Materials Center Director, Jewel Davis has been awarded the 2027 Governor’s Award for Excellence for Public Service. The Governor’s Awards for Excellence is the highest honor that a State employee may receive for noteworthy service to the State...
University Libraries Summer Events Series
Fr. Defiance Tour participants on the grounds.
Breanne Crumpton as Interim Associate Dean
We are pleased to announce that Breanne Crumpton has accepted the Interim Associate Dean appointment in Administrative Services. Breanne is a tenured faculty member and has served as the Faculty Fellow for Student Success for nearly three years. She has been active...
Hank Foreman Honored by UNC Charlotte
Library Development Director, Hank Foreman was honored by The College of Arts + Architecture at UNC Charlotte as a 2026 CoAA Distinguished Alumni. Hank, a 1986 graduate was recognized for his achievements in Art and Art History. For more information, click this...
Veronica Wells, Director of the Music Library and Music Librarian
Please join us in congratulating Veronica Wells who has accepted the position of Director of the Music Library and Music Librarian. Her first day will be September 1, 2026. Veronica has a strong history in music and music librarianship, stemming from her early...
Hannah Pope named Head of Makerspace and Innovative Technologies
We are pleased to announce that Hannah Pope will be the Head of Makerspace and Innovative Technologies. In this role, Hannah provides strategic leadership, vision, and oversight for the Makerspace and Virtual Reality technologies. She now supervises Kai Weaver...
Nora Weston named Health Sciences Librarian
We are excited to announce that Nora Weston will be the new Health Sciences Librarian. In this position, Nora will support the students and faculty of the Beaver College of Health Sciences through instruction, research consultations, collection development, and...
Zachary Jackson hired in the Makerspace
We are pleased to share that Zachary Jackson will be the new Technology Services Assistant. He will be working with Kai Weaver and Hannah Pope in the Makerspace, assisting patrons with learning and using makerspace equipment. This position is a part-time, non-student...
Gus’s Office Hours at the Belk Library
Beginning August 25 @ 2:00 pm, Gus, the facility dog within the Office of the Dean of Students, will hold weekly office hours on the first floor of Belk Library. Stop by and say hello! Also follow Gus on our social media.
2026 Belk Distinguished Lecture Featuring Kate Quinn
Lecture on Thursday, September 17 at 6:30pm
Jennifer Woods named Education Librarian/Associate Professor
We are excited to announce Jennifer Woods is the new Education Librarian/Associate Professor. In this position, Jennifer will continue supporting the students and faculty of the Reich College of Education through instruction, research consultations, collection...
Kathy Rathbone hired as Acquisitions Specialist
We are excited to announce that Kathy Rathbone will be the new Acquisitions Specialist. In this position, Kathy will manage the payment of the University Libraries’ print and electronic resources invoices through the purchasing and procurement database and Alma....
David Travis hired as Resource Sharing Specialist
We are pleased to announce that David Travis will be the new Resource Sharing Specialist. In this role, he will manage interlibrary loan borrowing and resource sharing services, including Rapido and ILLiad. He will continue reporting to Ken Johnson. David has worked...