• App State is returning to pre-pandemic operations for the Fall 2021 semester, with safety precautions in place. All students, faculty and staff should get vaccinated against COVID-19. Face coverings are required in all indoor campus locations for students, faculty, staff and visitors, regardless of vaccination status. The CDC recommends vaccinated individuals wear face coverings in areas with “substantial” or “high” rates of transmission. Watauga County is currently an area of “substantial” transmission. Read the latest updates.

For immediate emergency assistance, dial 8000 if you’re on campus — or call 911.

For non-emergency support, please review the campus and community resources on this website.

The Appalachian Police Department (APD) is located in the Rivers Street Parking Deck. Report a crime or suspicious activity (non-emergency) at 828-262-2150 or you can report a crime or suspicious activity to APD in person. You can also report a crime or any suspicious activity anonymously by calling Watauga County Crime Stoppers at 828-268-6959.

Appalachian Cares is your source for wellness, health and safety information, resources and support for the campus community.

Wellness, health and safety for all individuals is a top priority on App State’s campus. As you navigate the challenges of student life, there are many dedicated people and excellent resources to help. This website is a good place to start.

AppState-ALERT

AppState-ALERT

AppState-ALERT is the Appalachian State University 24/7 emergency messaging system, using a combination of text messaging, voice messaging, a siren warning system, email and web technologies.

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Appalachian Cares Mobile App

Keep important safety information at your fingertips with the Appalachian Cares mobile app. Includes links and telephone numbers for the Appalachian Police Department, student health and counseling services, Safe Ride, local community resources and national hotlines.

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Asking the Question - Appalachian State University Suicide Prevention Video

3 min. 57 sec.

Talking to a friend about suicide is scary. That's a normal reaction. It's OK if you don't know what to do. This video helps you learn what to do and how to access appropriate resources.

If you think a friend is considering suicide, you can get advice at the Counseling Center at Appalachian State University at 828-262-3180 or https://counseling.appstate.edu. Or you can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255). They will walk you through what to do. You don't have to face this alone.

https://preventsuicide.appstate.edu