Overlooked in Appalachia was born out of a desire to cover the issues that face our community and region, specifically the Appalachian Highlands, The Blue Ridge Mountains and Greater Appalachia. We are students and community members going in-depth into the issues within our community.

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Overlooked in Appalachia's Fall 2021 edition will focus on diversity in Appalachia. Be sure to check out some of our work here or by visiting the "Stories" page.

Appalachia's Native American history: how much do you know?

Chandler Bradley

5 days ago

Appalachia's Native American history: how much do you know?

The Appalachia region has a compelling story regarding the history of the land and the indigenous people who called it home. Many Native...

The Christmas tree industry’s impact on the growth of hispanic diversity in Appalachia

Caleb Key

7 days ago

The Christmas tree industry’s impact on the growth of hispanic diversity in Appalachia

The Appalachia region is arguably the most popular area in the country for the distribution of Christmas trees. Ashe County, North...

Johnson City's Asian restaurants provide locals with authentic samples of native cuisine

Samantha Terwilliger

Nov 30

Johnson City's Asian restaurants provide locals with authentic samples of native cuisine

The number of Asian identifying people in the U.S. in the past 20 years has increased dramatically. According to recent census data,...

Seth Dunham

Nov 26

The importance of diversity in politics

How important is diversity in politics? Are we paying enough attention to political diversity? Diversity in the United States has been...

Curtis Wilkie and “When Evil Lived in Laurel:” A Look into Mississippi’s Racist History

Olivia Preshong

Nov 24

Curtis Wilkie and “When Evil Lived in Laurel:” A Look into Mississippi’s Racist History

Journalist Curtis Wilkie recently spoke for an ETSU Black American Studies virtual lecture, discussing racism and social justice issues...

Appalachian artists highlight region's diversity

Victoria Marion

Nov 22

Appalachian artists highlight region's diversity

Amidst controversy and hate, Appalachian artists continue to showcase the region’s diversity through their work. In September 2020, East...

Who helps International Students in the United States?

Jacquelin Castillo-Meza

Nov 20

Who helps International Students in the United States?

Universities all over the United States and around the world have foreign exchange programs to give students the opportunity to study and...

The importance of art and Appalachian history

Chandler Bradley

Nov 18

The importance of art and Appalachian history

The Appalachia region is home to many animals that thrive in the seclusion of the mountains and forests that reside throughout the area....

Vega's Fiesta flourishes in memory of owner's daughter

Samantha Terwilliger

Nov 18

Vega's Fiesta flourishes in memory of owner's daughter

Family is exceedingly important in Vega’s Fiesta, a Mexican style mom-and-pop restaurant right off Highway 11 E in Jonesborough,...

Inspiring biomedical researcher speaks on diversity

Elizabeth Swanson

Nov 16

Inspiring biomedical researcher speaks on diversity

There are few circumstances in life where failure to recognize the importance of diversity and equity can lead to death, and the medical...

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