Councils

APPS councils are lead by students. Each council concentrates on a particular venue or event environment. All students are invited to join us to plan and contract entertainment across campus.

Appalachian Heritage Council

Appalachian Heritage Council celebrates all things Appalachian and strives to showcase the often ignored groups that make up the rich tapestry of these mountains. The Council encourages students and community members alike to gather around the campfire for stories and the dance floor for live music & square dancing.


Events

Every February, the Appalachian Heritage Council hosts the annual Fiddlers Convention, which welcomes folks from all over to enjoy the folk music of the mountains.

  • Competitions
  • Workshops
  • Jam Sessions
  • Handmade Market

Leadership

  • Jacob VaughanChairperson
  • Rosalie McCracken, Secretary
  • Phoebe Howerton, Publicist
  • Mya Wheeler, Membership Coordinator

Advisor

Main Stage Council

Just as the name suggests, APPS’ Main Stage Council focuses on bringing national touring acts to App State’s “main stage.” With events in the Schaefer Center and the Holmes Convocation Center, Main Stage strives to bring engaging and entertaining musical acts to a safe, supportive, and affordable environment for students - all in our backyard.


Events

Past performers

  • Coin
  • The 1975
  • Indigo de Souza,
  • Kesha
  • Doja Cat

Leadership

  • Daniel HugginsChairperson
  • Olive Postle, Secretary
  • CC Cestari, Publicist
  • Hailey Klim, Membership Coordinator

Advisor

Special Events Council

Special Events is one of the six councils of the Appalachian Popular Program Society (APPS). The council strives to arrange, plan, and implement a wide range of events that bring the student body together and build a sense of community on campus.


Events

  • AppalFest
  • Movies on the Mall
  • Winter Chill

Leadership

  • Braidyn Pike, Chairperson
  • Quinn Katarzynski, Secretary
  • Joseph Saucedo, Publicist
  • Eli Hutchison, Membership Coordinator

Advisor

Club Shows Council

The Club Shows Council focuses on spotlighting Boone's local music scene. Through our Live in Blue Ridge shows, Club Shows aims to bring safe, affordable, and inclusive local concerts to the student body while showcasing local bands and artists.


Events

Past performers

  • Arson Daily
  • Rainbow Kitten Surprise
  • Galloway
  • Juniper Avenue
  • Self Help

Leadership

  • Tommy Morrison, Chairperson
  • Anderson Ritter, Secretary
  • Conner Moore, Publicist
  • Asher Fazal, Membership Coordinator

Advisor

RISE Council

The Representation and Intentional Student Engagement (RISE) Council strives to promote and present educational programs. RISE's goal is to always create a more inclusive environment by creating and co-sponsoring programs that better represent the Appalachian community.


Events

Previous events

  • Step Afrika
  • Free Hugs (Ken Nwadike)
  • Rajiv Surendra
  • Spoken Word
  • Events co-sponsored with multi-cultural organizations

Leadership

  • Sydney McDonald, Chairperson
  • Nashbi Cruz-Martinez, Secretary
  • Briana Pratt, Publicist
  • Ava Anderson, Membership Coordinator

Advisor

Spirit and Traditions Council

The Spirit and Traditions Council aims to celebrate traditions for the university that are inclusive of all identities to better serve Appalachian State students. The Council strives to bring the campus together and truly create an Appalachian community. The Council is committed to collaborating with different organizations/councils across campus.


Events

  • Homecoming events
  • Acapocalypse
  • Acapellageddon

Leadership

  • Loralei Weber, Chairperson
  • Ximena Arias, Secretary
  • Evelyn Salgado, Publicist
  • Laura Bogdanski, Membership Coordinator

Advisor