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Appalachian State

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Institution of Higher education that balances structure with freedom to use personal strengths to meet goals - Anonymous employee Appalachian State Employee Review

4.0
Jun 12, 2012
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Very friendly campus environment Positions are relatively secure related to the private industry The physical location of the University is well suited for those who like outdoor activities

Cons

Agreement across divisions can be hard to obtain Cost of living in the high country of NC is high relative to the average salary

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5.0
May 6, 2026
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Pros

Good exposure to various research projects. Scholarships available to those carrying out research. Helped land future role,

Cons

Pay is low, won't cover living in Boone.

3.0
Jul 11, 2026
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Pros

People are nice generally, but I find that to be true only the lower down the hierarchy you go.

Cons

Leadership, especially the closer you get to the upper administration, tends to be wildly out of touch, has little to no supervisory skill, and seems to lack basic human compassion.

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