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Winter 2011 Commencement now online
Karen Thomas told December graduates not to be quick to wave a white flag in today's economic environment. You can also watch the awarding of all COB degrees.
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CEO Lecture: Sykes speaks on Leadership in the 21st Century
John Sykes admitted to his audience we wasn't sure what he should talk about. He considered discussing his personal experiences in the business world, his upbringing, or lessons he's learned in life. But that was history; that's past. He wanted...
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CEO Lecture: Luncheon speaker discusses current economy, chances of recession
Based on several recent economic indicators, the U.S. should not expect to dip back into recession anytime within the next year. That's according to Larry V. Adam, managing director and chief investment strategist with Deutsche Bank...
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Accounting Department receives gift to support faculty research
A $50,000 gift from Reznick Group in Charlotte will support research activities of faculty in the Department of Accounting within Walker College of Business at Appalachian State University. The gift, to be paid in five annual installments...
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"Wood Welders" look to trash the Elon Innovation Challenge
UPDATE: The Elon Innovation Challenge was held Wednesday, Nov. 16. The Appalchian State team was one of 10 finalists. All finalists had their videos shown before an audience, which then voted. The Wood Welders won first place in both "Fan...
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RMI students attend national conference
During Fall Break, 18 Appalachian State Risk Management & Insurance (RMI) students participated in the October 2011 Gamma Iota Sigma national conference in Columbus, Ohio. More than 150 students from across the country attended the conference...
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