1975-76: John A. Walker as namesake for Walker Hall and the Walker College of Business

  • Walker Hall is completed and named in honor of John A. Walker, a founding director of Lowe’s Companies and strong supporter of Appalachian State University and the College of Business. 
  • In 1976, the Walker College of Business is also named in honor of John A. Walker.
    John A. Walker and his wife, Beryl, at the dedication of Walker Hall.