About the AppState-ALERT System
AppState-ALERT is the Appalachian State University 24/7 emergency messaging system. Using a combination of text messaging, voice messaging, the siren warning system in Boone, PC desktop alerts, email, and web technologies, AppState-ALERT is designed to provide App State students, faculty and staff members in Boone and Hickory -- and their families -- with timely information in the event of a campus emergency.
Cell phone text and voice messages will only be sent to registered users when an emergency exists that is considered an "imminent threat." An "imminent threat" is defined as a significant emergency or dangerous situation involving an immediate threat to the life or safety of the Boone and Hickory campus communities. Students and employees can register for AppState-ALERTs through their Appalnet Accounts. Parents and families can register for test-only AppState-ALERTs by texting "appstatefamily" to 67283.
How does AppState-ALERT work?
In the event of a campus emergency, emergency notifications will be distributed to students, faculty and staff members using any or all of the following methods:
- Text Messaging: Emergency notifications will be sent as text messages to all cell numbers registered with AppState-ALERT as "Emergency Cell-Text."
- Voice Messaging: Emergency notifications will be sent as voice messages to all cell numbers registered with AppState-ALERT as "Emergency Cell-Voice."
- Siren Warning System in Boone: During high-risk conditions, the siren will be used to broadcast an audible warning message across the Boone campus.
- Email: Emergency notifications will be sent to every appstate.edu email address.
- Web: Emergency notifications will be posted on appstatealert.com, in addition to website banners containing a brief descritpion of the emergency and direct link to appstatealert.com.
As a family member of a student or employee, you can register to receive the same real-time alerts sent to students, faculty and staff via text. For registered family members, AppState-ALERTs are sent via text and posted to appstatealert.com. You can always check appstatealert.com for campus emergency updates and resources.
How to register: Text “appstatefamily” to 67283
All cell phone numbers that are registered with AppState-ALERT are kept confidential. You only need to register once each academic year. Registrations remain in the system for the rest of the academic year, or until you opt out. You will receive a notification text when it is time to re-register. Registered family members will receive both Boone and Hickory messages.
Off-Campus Instructional Site Emergency Messaging
Some App State classes and activities may be offered at off-campus instructional sites where App State rents or uses space for learning or working, such as a community college campus. The off-campus instructional site bears the responsibility for managing emergencies and events in their location, and for alerting people on their property in the event of an emergency. App State recognizes the need to assist students, faculty and staff in finding where they can register for emergency alert messaging at off-campus instructional site locations. Please reach out to the safety office at safety@appstate.edu or (828) 262-4008 if you need assistance finding where to register for emergency alerts at these locations.