Business Sustainability & Resilience at Appalachian State University
The Walker College of Business at Appalachian State University and its faculty, staff and students are committed to advancing sustainable business practices that promote responsible management of economic, social and natural resources. Read the full Walker College of Business mission statement.
We acknowledge that these three areas are interconnected and interdependent.
Students in the Walker College are trained to behave ethically and innovatively as we work together to build better communities.
The Walker College implements and supports initiatives, events, research and service related to sustainability, and its Curriculum and Faculty Development Committee have developed discipline-specific definitions of the relevance of sustainability on the college's fields of study.
Latest News
Global Good Conference brings business leaders and students together to explore sustainability Oct 7, 2026
Students, faculty, staff and community members gathered on Appalachian State University’s Boone Campus on Sept.
Walker College honors Global Good, Triple E award recipients Oct 7, 2026
The Walker College of Business recognized six faculty, staff and students for their contributions to sustainability and global engagement during the Sept. 25 Global Good Conference.
September 16, prepare for career fairs and internships with free professional attire Jul 8, 2026
The Polished Peacock Professional Clothing Boutique on September 16, 4:00-7:00 p.m., will provide the opportunity for Appalachian State University students to shop and select free professional attire while learning ab
Scott Bowie Gray to serve as director of sustainable business and resilience for the Walker College of Business Jun 26, 2026
Scott Bowie Gray has been named director of sustainable business and resilience in the Walker College of Business at Appalachian State University, effective July 1, 2026.
12 App State students to study Asian markets as 2026 Holland Fellows Feb 17, 2026
The 30-year-old international business fellowship will take students to Cambodia, Hong Kong and Vietnam
SDSN Member
The Walker College is a member of the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN), a global platform that affirms the university’s commitment to advance the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Learn more.
App State Green Office
The Walker College of Business Dean's Office and departments and units within the college have been certified by Appalachian State University as green. Learn more.