Dr. Sheri N. Everts joined Appalachian State University as its seventh leader in July 2014. Previously, she had been provost and vice president for academic affairs at Illinois State University since 2008.
A Nebraska native who attended elementary school in a one-room schoolhouse, Everts graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1980 with a bachelor’s degree in English instruction and secondary education. After teaching middle school and high school English in Kansas and Nebraska, she returned to UNL, where she earned a master’s degree in literacy education and English (1991) and a doctorate in administration, curriculum and instruction (1994).
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A Rigorous Student Experience
At Appalachian, student learning and student success come from a challenging academic curriculum, active classroom environments and close collaboration between faculty members and students on scholarly activities. A strong emphasis on undergraduate research, international experiences, interdisciplinary connections and measurable learning outcomes that assess student progress are at the core of Appalachian’s academic activities.
Chancellor's messages
- Update on the effect of House Bill 2 on our campusWednesday, April 6, 2016
On March 29, our message to the community shared how UNC General Administration (GA) is working diligently to review and analyze House Bill 2 passed by the NC General Assembly and signed by Gov. Pat McCrory on Wednesday, March 23. This legislation has raised many concerns for our community and we continue working closely with our colleagues in GA to better understand the implications for our campus.
Learn more - The effect of House Bill 2 on Appalachian State UniversityTuesday, March 29, 2016
With the passage of House Bill 2 by the North Carolina Legislature and its signing into law on Wednesday, March 23 by Governor Pat McCrory, many in our community are concerned about how it will affect individuals on our campus and across the state.
Learn more - NC Connect bond approved by votersWednesday, March 16, 2016
North Carolinians have recognized the importance of support for education, parks, safety, recreation, and water and sewer infrastructure projects in 76 counties across our state as part of the Connect NC public improvement bond. As Chancellor of Appalachian State University, I recognize the many ways our state will benefit from this investment in one of the best education systems in the world.
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A conversation with Appalachian's Chancellor Sheri N. Everts about how to pronounce her name, what exactly a chancellor does, her least favorite food, and more.
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