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Founders Day
- When
- Wed, Nov 18, 2026 · 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Where
- Founders PlazaFounders Plaza (Main university entrance/Hardin St.) and other campus locations
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Find nearby stays & cabins →Appalachian State University will host its annual Founders Day celebration with a full slate of events, including music and refreshments on Sanford Mall, presentations about the university’s history, a panel discussion with a former Chancellor and prior university administrators, the dedication of a new statue and the induction of inaugural members into the Bell Ringers Society. Appalachian faculty, staff and students, as well as the public, are invited to attend.
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