BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University Chancellor Dr. Sheri Everts announced she will step down from the role, effective April 19. She has served in the position for 10 years.
Dr. Everts said health challenges are why she made the decision.
In a message to students and staff on Monday, she said, "Over the last few months, I have been experiencing significant health challenges, and I must now focus on my personal health and wellbeing.”
University of North Carolina System President Peter Hans said an interim chancellor for App State would be announced by the end of the week.
According to App State, since Everts took the role as chancellor, overall enrollment has increased by nearly 16%. In fall 2023, the university enrolled more than 21,000 students, including its most diverse student body ever.
The App State Board of Trustees Chair Mark Ricks released the following statement about the Chancellor stepping down:
"The members of Appalachian State University’s Board of Trustees express our sincere appreciation to Chancellor Sheri Everts for her leadership. Her impressive list of accomplishments over the last decade has positioned our university for many future decades of success. In this, the university’s 125th year, we look to the future with confidence, knowing we can build on a solid record of success. The Board wishes her the very best as her focus now is where it should be — on her health.
We convey our thanks, also, to UNC System President Peter Hans for his guidance and steadfast support of App State, and his dedication to the reason we all serve — the success of our students.
We look forward to working with faculty, staff and students for the good of App State. Furthermore, we are committed to working together with community and educational leaders in both Boone and Hickory for the collective good of our region and state."