Want to dig deeper into what’s happening with construction projects at Appalachian State University? Here is where you will find detailed updates, including interviews with project managers and more.
Construction Updates Podcast
Appalachian State University offers a regularly scheduled podcast to share progress updates on its campus construction projects.
On this episode of Campus Construction Updates, host Dave Blanks in University Communications talks with Associate Vice Chancellor of Facilities Management Nick Katers. They discuss ongoing and upcoming construction projects on campus, including the restoration of the campus bell tower chimes, the completion of the new women’s softball field and major infrastructure improvements such as road closures, new traffic lights and the continued development of the Innovation District. The episode provides insight into the challenges and progress of these projects, highlighting efforts to enhance campus safety, sustainability and student facilities.
Previous Podcast Updates
On this latest episode, University Communications' Dave Blanks sits down with Nick Katers, App State’s associate vice chancellor of facilities management, to talk about the new addition to Peacock Hall — home of the largest undergraduate College of Business in the University of North Carolina System. The two discuss the history of the Walker College of Business, the reasons behind the expansion to Peacock Hall and what the App State Community can expect during and after the project. Katers shared that this $40 million project, set to be completed in August 2026, is part of a phased campus transformation that will ultimately include the long-awaited daylighting of Boone Creek to bring natural spaces to the Boone campus. Find out what’s next for this landmark project at App State! (This episode was recorded Sept. 18, 2024.)
17:09 minutes
On this latest episode, Associate Vice Chancellor of Facilities Management Nick Katers and Vice Provost of Academic Program Development and Strategic Initiatives Mike McKenzie join University Communications’ Dave Blanks in studio to discuss Edwin Duncan Hall’s use as a space for art classes during the 2024-25 academic year, as well as the opening of the Holmes Drive Parking Deck, upgrades to the University Post Office and construction progress at the Appalachian 105 sports complex. New classroom spaces at App State's Hickory campus and parking changes for the Duncan Rankin/Peacock lots are also highlighted, along with the start of construction for the Peacock Hall addition project.
12:09 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor of Facilities Management Nick Katers and Vice Provost of Academic Program Development and Strategic Initiatives Mike McKenzie join University Communications' Dave Blanks in studio to discuss progress on the second-floor renovation of App State's Hickory campus, as well as the finishing touches that are being applied to the Holmes Drive Parking Deck.
17:55 minutes
App State Director of Planning, Design and Construction Jeff Pierce and University Interior Designer Jacki McGuire join University Communications' Dave Blanks in studio to discuss a number of ongoing campus construction and renovation projects at App State, including renovations to Edwin Duncan Hall and the University Post Office.
17:58 minutes
Associate vice chancellor for facilities management, Nick Katers and vice provost of academic development and strategic initiatives, Dr. Mike McKenzie join Dave Blanks in studio to discuss the renovation of Wey Hall.
18:27 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management, Nick Katers and Director of University Property, Michelle Novacek join Dave Blanks in studio to discuss the top 8 projects planned for App State's Boone campus.
14:05 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor of Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on the west side of App State's campus, including the nearly complete, New River Hall.
6:45 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for App State's New River Hall and shares Child Development Center updates.
11:26 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for App State's New River Hall and shares Child Development Center updates.
8:35 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on the west side of Appalachian's campus, including details on the landscaping and interior finishing touches to New River Hall.
9:33 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for App State's New River Hall. The exterior work is now complete.
13:06 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for App State's New River Hall and the Child Development Center expansion is on schedule, set for completion in May 2022.
10:49 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for App State's New River Hall. The exterior work is nearly complete.
11:45 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for App State's New River Hall, slated to open in fall 2022, as well as renovations and additions to the child development center.
16:25 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for App State's New River Hall.
10:42 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for App State's New River Hall.
8:47 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for App State's New River Hall and the Child Development Center.
9:52 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for App State's New River Hall.
11:24 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for App State's newest residence hall, New River Hall, as well as the expansion work on the university's Child Development Center.
9:40 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for App State's New River Hall, slated to open in fall 2022, and preparation of the site of the former Gardner and Coltrane halls — an area that will become surface parking.
14:06 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for App State's New River Hall and preparation of the site of the former Gardner and Coltrane halls — an area that will become surface parking.
7:06 minutes
On this week's Campus Construction Update, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the newly opened Laurel Creek Residence Hall, as well as the construction progress on New River Residence Hall — scheduled to open in fall 2022 — and the demolition of Gardner and Coltrane halls, currently underway.
13:36 minutes
Check out this Campus Construction Update to learn the latest information about App State construction projects taking place across campus. In this episode, Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities Nick Katers chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about renovations to Sanford Hall, the Quinn Recreation Center, the Child Development Center and the North End Zone as well as the removal of the nearly 100-year-old Payne Branch Dam.
12:13 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for App State's newest residence halls as well as the new home of the Career Development Center.
12:37 minutes
Check out this week's Campus Construction Update to learn the latest updates on App State construction projects taking place across campus. In this episode, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for Laurel Creek Residence Hall, as well as New River Hall, located on the site of the former Justice Hall.
8:01 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull and University Communications' Dave Blanks are back with the latest details on App State campus construction in this brand-new Campus Construction Update. In this week's episode, the two discuss the construction progress for Laurel Creek Residence Hall, as well as the progress of New River Hall, located on the site of the former Justice Hall, and the upcoming demolition of Coltrane and Gardner halls.
20:11 minutes
Check out this week's Campus Construction Update to learn the latest updates on construction projects taking place across App State's campus. In this episode, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for Laurel Creek Residence Hall, as well as New River Hall, located on the site of the former Justice Hall.
11:25 minutes
Check out this week's Campus Construction Update to learn the latest updates on App State construction projects taking place across campus. In this episode, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for Laurel Creek Residence Hall, as well as the early building stages of New River Hall, located on the site of the former Justice Hall.
7:21 minutes
Check out this week's Campus Construction Update to learn the latest updates on App State construction projects taking place across campus. In this episode, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for Laurel Creek Residence Hall, as well as the early building stages of New River Hall, located on the site of the former Justice Hall.
8:29 minutes
Give this all-new Campus Construction Update a listen to learn the latest updates on App State's construction projects across campus. In this episode, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for Laurel Creek Residence Hall, as well as the early building stages of New River Hall, located on the site of the former Justice Hall.
13:03 minutes
In this week's episode, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for Laurel Creek Residence Hall, as well as the early building stages of New River Hall, located on the site of the former Justice Hall.
9:09 minutes
Give this all-new Campus Construction Update a listen to learn the latest updates on App State's construction projects across campus. In this episode, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the construction progress for Laurel Creek Residence Hall, as well as the early building stages of New River Hall, located on the site of the former Justice Hall.
12:33 minutes
On this all-new Campus Construction Update, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the latest updates on construction progress for App State's Laurel Creek Residence Hall, as well as the early building stages of New River Hall, located on the site of the former Justice Hall.
10:26 minutes
On this all-new Campus Construction Update, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the latest updates on construction progress for App State's Laurel Creek Residence Hall as well as the early building stages of New River Hall, located on the site of the former Justice Hall.
11:27 minutes
On this all-new Campus Construction Update, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the latest updates on construction progress for App State's Laurel Creek Residence Hall. Dull also shares details on the process of relocating App State's Career Development Center, now underway.
14:32 minutes
On this Campus Construction Update, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull joins University Communications' Dave Blanks to discuss the latest updates for App State's west side construction projects, including construction progress for Laurel Creek Hall and the preparation for the New River Hall site.
7:39 minutes
Listen to this all-new Campus Construction Update, featuring Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull and University Communications' Dave Blanks, to learn the latest updates on App State's new residence halls, including the construction progress for Laurel Creek Hall and how the site of New River Hall is being readied following the Justice Hall demolition.
9:03 minutes
In this all-new Campus Construction Update, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about the latest updates for Appalachian's west side construction projects, including construction progress for Laurel Creek Hall and the demolition progress on Justice Hall.
11:17 minutes
In this all-new Campus Construction Update, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about Appalachian's two newly opened residence halls — Raven Rocks and Thunder Hill, which welcomed their first residents the week of Aug. 10. Dull also provides updates on the construction progress for Laurel Creek Hall and the demolition progress on Justice Hall.
14:23 minutes
On this latest Campus Construction Update, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks about safety measures that will be in place during Appalachian's fall 2020 move-in days, as well as the construction progress on the university's Laurel Creek Residence Hall.
18:20 minutes
Listen to this all-new Campus Construction Update, featuring Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull and University Communications' Dave Blanks, to learn the latest construction updates on Appalachian's new residence halls — as well as how to get your hands on a piece of Justice Hall, currently being razed to make way for New River Hall.
12:05 minutes
On this all-new Campus Construction Update, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks concerning progress on Appalachian's new residence halls and addresses the question of why construction continues despite budgetary concerns.
14:55 minutes
On this all-new Campus Construction Update, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks concerning construction progress on Appalachian's new residence halls.
12:50 minutes
On this all-new Campus Construction Update, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks concerning construction progress on Appalachian's new residence halls.
13:35 minutes
University Communications' Dave Blanks welcomes Michelle Novacek, director of real estate and external communications, and Jeff Pierce, director of planning, design and construction, to the podcast. They share updates on the renovation progress for Sanford Hall and address why campus construction projects are ongoing during the time of COVID-19.
7:00 minutes
On this all-new Campus Construction Update, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks concerning progress on Appalachian's new residence halls, as well as the on-site safety measures workers are taking to stay healthy amid the COVID-19 situation.
11:43 minutes
On this all-new Campus Construction Update, Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks concerning progress on Appalachian's new residence halls, as well as the on-site safety measures workers are taking to stay healthy amid the COVID-19 situation.
11:23 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks concerning progress on Appalachian's four new residence halls.
10:28 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks concerning progress on Appalachian's new residence halls and shares the official names for the halls on this exciting 30th episode.
16:42 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks concerning construction progress on Appalachian's new residence halls.
8:54 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull chats with University Communications' Dave Blanks concerning construction progress on Appalachian's new residence halls.
15:22 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on the west side of Appalachian's campus, including details on the construction progress for three new residence halls — buildings 100, 200 and 300 — and who is responsible for naming the halls.
13:53 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on the west side of Appalachian's campus, including details on the construction progress for three new residence halls — buildings 100, 200 and 300.
12:19 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on the west side of Appalachian's campus, including details on the construction progress for two new residence halls — buildings 100 and 200 — as well as an update on demolition plans for Justice Hall.
10:16 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on the west side of Appalachian's campus, including details on the upcoming installation of an underground stormwater retention system and construction progress for two new residence halls — buildings 100 and 200.
11:47 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on the west side of Appalachian's campus, including details on the construction progress for two new residence halls — buildings 100 and 200.
17:20 minutes
University Communications' Dave Blanks welcomes Jeff Pierce, director of planning, design and construction at Appalachian, and Michelle Novacek, business process analyst for facilities, for a discussion of the Kidd Brewer Stadium north end zone project, Blue Ridge Way and renovations to Sanford Hall.
18:04 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on the west side of Appalachian's campus, including details on the construction progress for the new residence halls.
10:48 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on Appalachian's campus, including progress on the residence halls being built on the west side of campus.
9:27 minutes
Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull talks move-in day and thanks many individuals for a job well done on the completion of Appalachian's newest parking facility.
6:20 minutes
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull announces the completion of Appalachian's newest parking facility as well as construction progress for building 100 and 200.
13:14 minutes
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on Appalachian's campus, including all the finishing touches for the new parking deck slated to open Aug. 14.
12:13 minutes
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on Appalachian's campus, including the finishing touches for the new parking deck, slated for completion mid-August, and the construction progress for building 100.
16:28 minutes
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on Appalachian's campus, including all the final touches for the new parking deck slated for completion in mid-August.
12:34 minutes
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on Appalachian's campus.
9:39 minutes
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on Appalachian's campus, including building progress for the parking deck at the site of former Winkler Hall, as well as how construction crews have been handling the recent rain.
19:30 minutes
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull addresses podcast listeners' FAQs concerning Appalachian's west side campus construction.
21:20 minutes
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull addresses the most frequently asked questions concerning Appalachian's west side campus construction.
15:03 minutes
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on Appalachian's campus, including , the progress on the parking deck and building 100's natural light optimized design.
8:29 minutes
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares how Appalachian has handled construction projects historically, and how the current west side campus construction differs from past projects.
10:52 minutes
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares how Appalachian has handled construction projects historically, and how the current west side campus construction differs from past projects.
16:57 minutes
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on Appalachian's campus, including grading for the new residence halls, the arrival of prefabricated pieces for the parking deck and the start of the design process for building 300.
7:16 minutes
This episode features a continued conversation with Matt Dull, assistant vice chancellor for finance and operations, and Jeremy Doss, senior vice president of RISE: A Real Estate Co. The two handle a few FAQs regarding the residence halls project.
14:12 minutes
Matt Dull, assistant vice chancellor for finance and operations, shares updates concerning construction projects on Appalachian's campus. Matt is joined by Jeremy Doss, senior vice president of RISE, who shares information about his company and handles a few FAQs regarding the residence halls project.
16:24 minutes
Matt Dull, assistant vice chancellor for finance and operations, shares updates concerning construction projects on Appalachian's campus, including changes to Stadium Lot and the building progress for the parking deck at the site of former Winkler Hall.
7:30 minutes
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on Appalachian's campus, including changes to parking in Stadium Lot, access to Duck Pond Field and building progress for the parking deck at the site of former Winkler Hall.
7:21 minutes
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on Appalachian's campus, including changes to parking in Stadium Lot, the fencing off of Duck Pond Field and building progress for the parking deck at the site of former Winkler Hall.
6:56 minutes
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull shares updates concerning construction projects on Appalachian's campus, including renovations to East and Justice halls and building progress for the parking deck at the site of former Winkler Hall.
8:53 minutes
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations Matt Dull explains the P3 (public private partnership) currently in progress on campus. He gives an overview of all three phases of the project and the changes to be expected on the West side of campus.
19:06 minutes
