Gifts to the Dean’s Club support the college's greatest and most immediate needs. This flexible funding empowers the dean to respond strategically to emerging priorities and opportunities with the highest potential impact.
Building Leaders at Appalachian
To create a cutting-edge academic home for the business leaders of tomorrow, the Walker College of Business is raising funds to complete the four-story addition to and renovation of Peacock Hall. With Dean's Club partners at the Legacy Leader and Impact Partner levels, the Glass Block fundraising initiative honors strong leadership and continues architectural excellence. 200 glass blocks have been preserved. Join us to be part of this legacy, and, together, we will raise $1 million+ and leave a legacy.
Join the Dean's Club Today
- Legacy Leader | $10,000 +
- Impact Partner | $5,000 to $9,999
- Opportunity Investor | $1,000 to $4,999
The Dean’s Club connects alumni, corporate partners, and industry leaders through regional events, building a strong professional network. It drives innovation in academic and co-curricular programs, funds scholarships, and provides emergency aid to students. The Dean’s Club further enriches learning through real-world experiences, from visiting regional business centers to studying abroad, and more.
Dean's Club Scholarships
Each, year the Walker College Dean's Club supports dozens of students with more than $100,000 in scholarship funding. Dean's Club scholarships are awarded on a case-by-case basis, allowing the dean to remedy urgent student needs and support students during complicated circumstances, allowing our them to focus on learning. Apply for scholarships.
Become a Member
To join, contact Walker College of Business Director of Development Virginia Wallace at (828) 262-7929 or wallacevl2@appstate.edu, or make a gift online using a credit card. Checks may be mailed to ASU Box 32037, Boone, NC 28608-2037.
Why Give?
When you give to the Dean’s Club, you strengthen our campus community, expand opportunities in the Walker College of Business, and support future business leaders. Tell us why you give.
Benefits
Benefits vary by membership level, but in return for their generosity, Dean’s Club members may receive:
- Invitations to special events, such as the Boyles Lecture Series, Alumni Awards Gala, and the scholarship reception.
- Exclusive quarterly updates and correspondence.
- A WCOB Dean's Club signature gift and decal.
- The opportunity to change a student’s life trajectory, creating a positive impact, and ensuring all Walker College of Business students have a world-class Mountaineer experience.
Members
2025 - 2026 Dean's Club Members:
Legacy Leader
Anonymous Donor
Judy and Winfield Beroth
Andy and Dana Brincefield
Adam Cline
Dennis and Katherine Covington
Marshall and Kris Croom
Katrina and Wyatt Dixon
Jane and Brad Fisher
Cline Family Foundation
Standard Holding Corporation of Georgia
Mary Bost and Michael Gray
David and Anne Henderson
Maymead
Allison Vinson and Chyan McDonald
Miles J. Smith Family Foundation
MOAM Group, Inc.
Beth Monaghan
Preston and Lexi Powell
Caroline and Wiley Roark
Eddie Sams
Hayes and Susan Smith
Kenan and Tracy Smith
Craig and Christine Stephenson
G.A. and Shirley Sywassink
Anne Cannon Trust
Impact Partner
Anonymous Donor
David and Pamela Allen
Thomas Barnhardt
Tom, Melinda, and Colby Cook
Pam and Leigh Dunston
Larissa Niefeld and Jason Doak
Brandon and Eliza Hucks
Doug and Teresa Johnson
Liz and Jeff Mick
Richard Sparks
Jay and Deanna Offerdahl
Phil and Lisa Ostwalt
Forrest Zhan and Nina Yan
Opportunity Investor
Anonymous Donor
Anthony and Paula Adams
Chester and Mary Allen
Kyle and Mary Allen
Ralph Barnhardt
Kim and Brad Bostick
Edward Boyles
Angela Boykin
Tara and Mike Daniel
Harry Davis
Thomas G. Brown Family Charitable
Nathan Clark
Kevin and Amanda Coggins
Century Furniture Company
Dan, Fairley, and Ben Cook
Bill Cornett
Randy and Margaret Edwards
LaVonda and Mark Everhart
David Ferrell
Trent Arrowood and Hank Fields
Abram Finkelstein
Bell Cook Family Foundation
Robin and Eric Gagnon
Harrison Gillette
Bruce Greenland
Preston and Brandy Hadley
Benjamin and Bonnie Hamrick
Consolidated Planning Holdings, Inc.
Helen and Kirk Hollifield
Angela and David Harrison
Sam and Sharon Kaufman
Jason and Leigh Kelley
Greg and Kim LeNeave
Scott and Deanna Lampe
Matt and Leslie Lowdermilk
Trey and Leslie Mahoney
Turret Investment Management, LLC
Madison Marcinkowski
Bobby and Gloria Martin
Lynn and Chris McNeil
Gary Meggs and Lori Medders
Anne and Tommy Miller Sr.
Wayne and Gigi Miller
Kay Norwood
Michael and Amy Odom
Kristin Orcutt
Suzanne and Ken Parker
Jim and Katherine Pope
Gayle Rachels
Philip and Carolyn Riker
Jonathan Rodgers
Brandon and Starla Rogers
Karen and David Rogers
Doug and Amy Rumford
Michael Saunders
Bill Sears
Will and Gail Sears
Jack and Phyllis Sheffield
Tamara McSwain Singletary
Matthew and Lauren Solomon
Stephanie and Brian Storey
Richard Stroupe
Arnold and Kathleen Thompson
Paul and Wanda Thompson
Sandra Vannoy and Jim Todd
Jason and Mitzi Triplett
Louis and Susan Walters
Bob and Debra Webb
Jim and Jennifer Westerman
Susan Whitehead