Black & Gold 50th Reunion
Class of 1976, join us for Appalachian State University’s Black & Gold Reunion, July 8–11, 2026. While the weekend begins with light, optional programming on July 8 and 9, the main celebration gets underway Friday and Saturday with campus activities, opportunities to reconnect and plenty of Mountaineer spirit. Attend the events that fit your schedule — you’re welcome for the full weekend or just the highlights.
We’ll close out the reunion with a special luncheon and Medallion Ceremony honoring the Class of 1976 as they are inducted into the Black & Gold Society. It’s a milestone moment you won’t want to miss.
This event is open to members of the class of 1976 and their families, and all other graduates who have surpassed their 50th class reunion! Registration is required.
Organization: Alumni Engagement. Submitter Name: Craven-Brandenburg, Kaila. Submitter Email: cravenks@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? TRUE. Are you inviting the Chancellor or the Provost to your event? FALSE. Event Locator: 2026-AFAKDZ.
Thursday, July 9, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
MAC 103, MAC 106, MAC 102, MAC Patio.
1976 Black & Gold Reunion: Picnic Lunch
Welcome back the Class of 1976 to campus for lunch at the McKinney Alumni Center.
Organization: Alumni Engagement. Submitter Name: Craven-Brandenburg, Kaila. Submitter Email: cravenks@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? TRUE. Are you inviting the Chancellor or the Provost to your event? FALSE. Event Locator: 2026-AFAKFB.
Friday, July 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
MAC 103, MAC 106, MAC 102, MAC Patio.
1976 Black & Gold Reunion: Classes without Quizzes
App State Presents! Dr. Karl Campbell from the Department of History will present: "First in Freedom: North Carolina and the American Revolution" to the Class of 1976.
Organization: Alumni Engagement. Submitter Name: Craven-Brandenburg, Kaila. Submitter Email: cravenks@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? TRUE. Are you inviting the Chancellor or the Provost to your event? FALSE. Event Locator: 2026-AFAKDK.
Friday, July 10, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
MAC 103.
R&I Division Retreat
As part of the R&I Division's weeklong summer retreat, a division-wide gathering of R&I leaders and staff to connect, set goals, exchange ideas, and plan for the year ahead.
Organization: Office of Research and Innovation. Submitter Name: Wallett, Whitney. Submitter Email: wallettwt@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? TRUE. Are you inviting the Chancellor or the Provost to your event? FALSE. Event Locator: 2026-AFAWCL.
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
MAC 103.
Summer Chair Institute Closing Reception
A reception to celebrate the closure of the Summer Chair Institute.
Organization: Office of the Chancellor. Submitter Name: Elaver, Andrea. Submitter Email: elaverar@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? TRUE. Are you inviting the Chancellor or the Provost to your event? TRUE. Event Locator: 2026-AFAGSQ.
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
MAC 103, MAC Patio.
ALC Conference A/V setup
A/V set up for ALC conference.
Organization: Alumni Engagement. Submitter Name: Jones, Benjamin. Submitter Email: jonesbt4@appstate.edu. Event Locator: 2026-AFAVQX.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
MAC 103.
Human Resources HR Connect
The Office of Human Resources HR Connect meeting.
Organization: Office of Human Resources. Submitter Name: Estep, Carla. Submitter Email: estepce@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? TRUE. Are you inviting the Chancellor or the Provost to your event? FALSE. Event Locator: 2026-AFAFXN.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM.
MAC 103.
Alumni Chapter Leadership Conference
Our Annual Alumni Chapter Leadership Conference open to all board members. A collaborative event designed to inspire, equip, and connect current leaders of our nationwide chapters.
Organization: Alumni Engagement. Submitter Name: Jones, Benjamin. Submitter Email: jonesbt4@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? FALSE. Are you inviting the Chancellor or the Provost to your event? FALSE. Event Locator: 2026-AFAVGZ.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
MAC 103, MAC 106, MAC 102, MAC Patio.
Alumni Chapter Leadership Conference
Our Annual Alumni Chapter Leadership Conference open to all board members. A collaborative event designed to inspire, equip, and connect current leaders of our nationwide chapters.
Organization: Alumni Engagement. Submitter Name: Jones, Benjamin. Submitter Email: jonesbt4@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? FALSE. Are you inviting the Chancellor or the Provost to your event? FALSE. Event Locator: 2026-AFAVGZ.
Thursday, July 23, 2026, 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
MAC 103, MAC 106, MAC 102, MAC Patio.
Alumni Chapter Leadership Conference
Our Annual Alumni Chapter Leadership Conference open to all board members. A collaborative event designed to inspire, equip, and connect current leaders of our nationwide chapters.
Organization: Alumni Engagement. Submitter Name: Jones, Benjamin. Submitter Email: jonesbt4@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? FALSE. Are you inviting the Chancellor or the Provost to your event? FALSE. Event Locator: 2026-AFAVGZ.
Friday, July 24, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
MAC 103, MAC 106, MAC 102, MAC Patio.
Alumni Chapter Leadership Conference
Our Annual Alumni Chapter Leadership Conference open to all board members. A collaborative event designed to inspire, equip, and connect current leaders of our nationwide chapters.
Organization: Alumni Engagement. Submitter Name: Jones, Benjamin. Submitter Email: jonesbt4@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? FALSE. Are you inviting the Chancellor or the Provost to your event? FALSE. Event Locator: 2026-AFAVGZ.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
MAC 103, MAC 106, MAC 102, MAC Patio.
Summer Party
A thank-you celebration for night-shift housekeepers.
Organization: Facilities Operations. Submitter Name: South, Jessica. Submitter Email: southjl@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? TRUE. Are you inviting the Chancellor or the Provost to your event? FALSE. Event Locator: 2026-AFAXDN. You selected the food option “Other.” Please briefly describe the food that will be served.: Hot dogs and sides.
Friday, July 31, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
MAC 103, MAC Patio.
University Advancement EOFY Reception
University Advancement's EOFY Reception is a celebratory event noting the work completed during the FY, and a kickoff the new FY. Doors open for University Advancement employees at 3 pm. The Spirit of Advancement committee will arrive at 1 pm to set up, if possible.
Organization: University Advancement. Submitter Name: Wilson, Krystal. Submitter Email: wilsonkl2@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? TRUE. Are you inviting the Chancellor or the Provost to your event? FALSE. Event Locator: 2026-ADZSFF.
Thursday, August 6, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
MAC 103, MAC 102, MAC Patio.
Library Leadership Council Workshop
Workshop for Faculty.
Organization: University Libraries. Submitter Name: Stevens, Andrea. Submitter Email: stevensan1@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? TRUE. Are you inviting the Chancellor or the Provost to your event? FALSE. Event Locator: 2026-AFASAC.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM.
MAC 103, MAC 106.
Kappa Delta Work Week
Pre-recruitment practice.
Organization: Kappa Delta. Submitter Name: Lampe, Brooke. Submitter Email: lampeba@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? FALSE. Event Locator: 2026-AFAPBF.
Friday, August 14, 2026, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
MAC 103.
App State Volleyball Alumni Social
This will be a social for App State Volleyball alumni. We will have appetizers and a cash bar, with the first two drinks being on us.
Organization: App State Athletics, Alumni Engagement. Submitter Name: LaFon, Samantha. Submitter Email: lafonsc@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? TRUE. Are you inviting the Chancellor or the Provost to your event? FALSE. Event Locator: 2026-AFAVQQ.
Friday, August 14, 2026, 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
MAC 103.
Bands Alumni Network
Join us for a special reception or dinner on Sunday, August 16. Don’t miss this opportunity to come together and enjoy the evening before the big day!
Organization: Alumni Engagement. Submitter Name: Billings, Stephanie. Submitter Email: billingssl@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? TRUE. Are you inviting the Chancellor or the Provost to your event? FALSE. Event Locator: 2026-AFARNS.
Sunday, August 16, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
MAC 103, MAC 106, MAC 102, MAC Patio.
Mountaineer Meetup
Kick off the 2026 App State Football season with fellow Mountaineers at our first Mountaineer Meetup of the fall! Drop by the McKinney Alumni Center from 5:30–7:30 p.m. for good conversations, familiar and new faces, and a chance to gear up for game day at The Rock.
This event is free! Appetizers, swag and beverages will be provided.
Organization: Alumni Engagement. Submitter Name: Craven-Brandenburg, Kaila. Submitter Email: cravenks@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? TRUE. Are you inviting the Chancellor or the Provost to your event? FALSE. Event Locator: 2026-AFAADP.
Friday, September 4, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
MAC 103, MAC 106, MAC 102, MAC Patio.
RMPE Alumni and Current Student Tailgate
The Recreation Management and Physical Education Department invites alumni, current students, faculty, and staff to a tailgate before the football home opener against Maine!
Date & Time: September 5, 2026 (3 hours before kick), Location: McKinney Alumni Center | 553 Blowing Rock Road | Boone, NC,
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Organization: Recreation Management and PE Department, Alumni Engagement. Submitter Name: Billings, Stephanie. Submitter Email: billingssl@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? TRUE. Event Locator: 2025-ADXCTA.
Saturday, September 5, 2026.
MAC 103, MAC 106, MAC 102, MAC Patio.
Rugby Club 50th Reunion
Rugby 50th Reunion - TBD.
Organization: Alumni Engagement. Submitter Name: Craven-Brandenburg, Kaila. Submitter Email: cravenks@appstate.edu. Event Locator: 2026-AFAPTZ.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
MAC 103, MAC 106, MAC 102, MAC Patio.
First in the Nation: Celebrating 10 Years of NBCT Distinction
For 10 straight years, App State has been named FIRST in the nation for the number of National Board Certified alumni. Join the Reich College of Education and the Office of Alumni Engagement in celebrating the accomplishments of these dedicated professionals this fall!
CELEBRATION DETAILS:
Friday, Sept. 18, 2026, 5:00–7:00 p.m. Heavy hors d'oeuvres and beverages will be served,
McKinney Alumni Center, 553 Blowing Rock Rd. Boone, NC 28607,
Business Attire Preferred,
This event is open to all National Board Certified Teacher alumni and their guests. Registration is required.
Organization: Alumni Engagement, Reich College of Education. Submitter Name: Craven-Brandenburg, Kaila. Submitter Email: cravenks@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? TRUE. Are you inviting the Chancellor or the Provost to your event? FALSE. Event Locator: 2026-AFAADS.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
MAC 103, MAC 106, MAC 102, MAC Patio.
ASULGAA Joint Tailgate | App State & UNCC
A joint tailgate for UNC-Charlotte and App State MPA graduates hosted by ASULGAA.
Organization: Alumni Engagement, Government and Justice Studies. Submitter Name: Billings, Stephanie. Submitter Email: billingssl@appstate.edu. Will you be serving food at this event? TRUE. Event Locator: 2026-ADZNLM.
Saturday, September 19, 2026.
MAC 103, MAC 106, MAC 102, MAC Patio.