Appalachian State University Department of Physics and Astronomy

Appalachian State University Department of Physics and Astronomy Physics and Astronomy at Appalachian offers an excellent curriculum for both undergraduates and graduate students. Join us!

Our faculty include world class researchers and award winning teachers.

Join us for Night Under the Stars at App State’s Dark Sky Observatory on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 8–10 p.m. 🌟Enjoy guide...
08/21/2026

Join us for Night Under the Stars at App State’s Dark Sky Observatory on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 8–10 p.m. 🌟

Enjoy guided stargazing, chat with astronomers and students, and mingle with fellow astronomy enthusiasts over hors d’oeuvres and beverages.

Tickets: $150 (includes a $90 donation supporting the Dark Sky Observatory)

Purchase by Friday, Sept. 4: https://tinyurl.com/DSONightUnderStars

05/19/2026

Department Spring 2026 Newsletter

Happy Mother's Day to all of our wonderful moms!
05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day to all of our wonderful moms!

Invest in student scholarship, discovery, and opportunity through The Calamai Family Endowed Scholarship. If we raise $4...
05/08/2026

Invest in student scholarship, discovery, and opportunity through
The Calamai Family Endowed Scholarship. If we raise $4,400 by June 15, we can award the scholarship for the 2026-27 academic year.

As a first-generation college graduate and longtime educator, Professor Anthony Calamai knows that education is not simply about earning a degree — it is about opening doors. Help our students discover what becomes possible when curiosity meets opportunity. Make a gift today.
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The Physical Principles of Energy and Sustainability course is participating in this year's Climate Stories Showcase on ...
04/21/2026

The Physical Principles of Energy and Sustainability course is participating in this year's Climate Stories Showcase on Friday, April 17th. Students worked to help show climate data and evidence in creative ways. Here's a group photo of the class with the art! Stop by the Solarium to visit all the creative projects being showcased this Friday evening at 6pm!

Looking for a family fun STEAM event this weekend? Stop by Watauga High School this Saturday for this FREE event! Plus y...
04/13/2026

Looking for a family fun STEAM event this weekend? Stop by Watauga High School this Saturday for this FREE event! Plus you'll get to meet some of our amazing students.

04/10/2026

Mark your calendars for this fun online community event!

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Boone, NC
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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
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