- The Walker College started hosting the Boyles Distinguished Lecture Series in 1988. Throughout the history of this series, the college has brought industry experience to campus, which has allowed students first-hand exposure to influential leaders of business. In 2004, the second floor lobby or Raley Hall would be dedicated to and named for the memory of Harlan E. Boyles.
The late NC State Treasurer and Boyles Lecture Series Namesake Harlan Boyles, seated, with attendees of a 1996 Boyles Lecture at Appalachian. - The Richard S. Brantley Risk and Insurance Center was established.Paul Combs (left), Walker College Dean; Richard Brantley, retired IIANC Executive Vice President (holding plaque); Dave Wood, Brantley Center Director; and (far right) Harry Davis, Chairperson of Finance, Insurance and Real Estate.
