2025 Research and Creative Activity at Appalachian Event
Dr. Rahman Tashakkori, Dr. Joby Bell and App State Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost Dr. Neva J. Specht. Photo by Chase Reynolds
Research, fun and refreshments are front and center—and the campus community is encouraged to attend the seventh annual Research and Creative Activity at Appalachian (RECAPP) Event on Friday, Sept. 19, 3 to 6 p.m. in the Rosen Concert Hall at the Hayes School of Music on the campus of Appalachian State University.
Help celebrate the research, scholarship and creative endeavors of Appalachian State faculty and staff. The event features keynote speakers Dr. Rahman Tashakkori and Dr. Joby Bell. Noted for their commitment and innovative contributions to the university, the speakers are the recipients of the 2025 Chancellor's and Provost's Awards for Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity.
Tashakkori is the Lowe's Distinguished Professor of Computer Science in the Department of Computer Science. Bell is the university organist and professor in the Hayes School of Music. Both have engaged tirelessly on behalf of students and App State's research and creative enterprises.
Learn about the vital, student-engaged research and creative endeavors happening on our campus, presented in a variety of formats, including oral presentations, posters, art pieces and performances.
RECAPP is hosted by the Office of Research and Innovation and supported by Hayes School of Music and University Libraries. Refreshments will be served by Grandview Catering & Events.
Event Schedule
3:00 p.m.
Performance by Pedro Maia, Assistant Professor of Violin, Hayes School of Music
3:05 p.m.
Introductions by Dr. Christine Hendren, Vice Chancellor of Research and Innovation
Welcome by Dr. Heather Norris, Chancellor
3:10 p.m.
Introduction by Dr. Neva Specht, Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost, of Chancellor's Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity awardee Dr. Rahman Tashakkori, Lowe's Distinguished Professor of Computer Science
3:13 p.m.
Keynote #1: Chancellor's Excellence in Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity awardee Dr. Rahman Tashakkori
3:25-4:12 p.m.
Research Presentations (View Presentation Abstracts)
- Rachel Shepherd, CAP Director, Empowering Teacher Learning Project, 3:24-3:29 p.m.
- Robert Kowalsky, Associate Professor, Exercise Physiology, 3:30-3:35 p.m.
- Denise Levy, Professor, Beaver College of Health Sciences, 3:36-3:41 p.m.
- Matthew Robinson, Professor of Criminal Justice, 3:42-3:47 p.m.
- Saloni Mahajan, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Theatre and Dance, 3:48-3:53 p.m.
- Adam Hege, Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Education, 3:54-3:59 p.m.
- Charlie Chen, Professor, Department of Computer Information Systems, 4:00-4:05 p.m.
- Pia Albinsson, Professor, Department of Marketing & Supply Chain Management, 4:06-4:11 p.m.
4:12-5:00 p.m.
Intermission
5:00-5:03 p.m.
Introduction by Dr. Christine Hendren, Vice Chancellor of Research and Innovation, of Provost's Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity awardee Dr. Joby Bell, Professor, Hayes School of Music
5:03-5:13 p.m.
Keynote #2: Provost's Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity awardee Dr. Joby Bell
5:14-5:55 p.m.
Research Presentations (View Presentation Abstracts)
- Caroline Smith, Professor, Thermal Physiology, 5:14-5:19 p.m.
- Erin Lewis, Director, Professional Studies, 5:20-5:25 p.m.
- Richard Elaver, Professor, Department of Applied Design, 5:26-5:31 p.m.
- Pia Albinsson, Professor, Department of Marketing & Supply Chain Management, 5:32-5:37 p.m.
- Sharareh Shirzad, Assistant Professor, Department of Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment, 5:38-5:43 p.m.
- Evan Jones, Lecturer, Department of Communication, 5:44-5:49 p.m.
- Kelley Wilson, Lecturer, Department of Child Development, Literacy and Special Education, 5:50-5:55 p.m.
5:59-6:00 p.m.
Closing Remarks
Previous Research & Creative Activity at Appalachian Events
To view previously recorded events and abstracts, visit the links below.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about the event, please contact grs@appstate.edu.