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App State honored more than 4,300 Mountaineer graduates — the largest graduating class in university history — during its seven Spring 2026 Commencement ceremonies, held May 7–9 in Holmes Convocation Center on the Boone campus. Pictured, App State Chancellor Heather Norris addresses the Class of 2026.

A record 4,300+ App State graduates are ready for what’s next May 13, 2026

graduates — the largest graduating class in university history — during its Spring 2026 Commencement, with seven ceremonies held May 7–9 at Holmes Convocation Center on the Boone

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Jade Zonato

Jade Zonato '26 — Internship insight and global perspectives May 8, 2026

A Spring 2026 graduate of the Walker College of Business, Jade Zonato leaves App State with a global mindset shaped by hands‑o

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Alan Sonato‑Ruiz ’26

Alan Sonato‑Ruiz ’26 — Choosing progress over pace May 8, 2026

Alan Sonato‑Ruiz is a first-generation student at Appalachian State University, completing both a BSBA with majors in Com

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From left are Robert Lackey, Brad Lail, Lori Alala '90, Sandra Vannoy '94 '96, Darrell Johnson, and Guy Holbrook '96
Chamber to honor nine during Spirit of Boone event

Chamber to honor nine during Spirit of Boone event Aug 26, 2024

The Boone Chamber of Commerce will honor nine local leaders and businesses at its 75th Annual Membership Gathering on Thursday, September 12....

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Jeff and Liz Mick ’81 support multiple scholarships at App State. Jeff, left, and Liz, right, are pictured with App State alumnus Carlos Franco ’00, a previous recipient of The Elizabeth and Jeffrey Mick Endowed Scholarship in Business.
The six faculty and staff winners of the 2024 Sywassink Awards for Excellence, awarded by App State’s Walker College of Business. Pictured, from left to right, are Dr. Jim Westerman, Dr. Dennis Guignet, Chris Taylor, Sabrina Cheves, Katharine Stone and Dr. David Marlett.
Accounting department releases Summer 2024 alumni newsletter

Accounting department releases Summer 2024 alumni newsletter Aug 7, 2024

The Department of Accounting at Appalachian State University has released its Summer 2024 alumni...

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The North Carolina School of Banking has relocated its headquarters to App State, forming a strategic partnership to enrich academic and professional development opportunities for future banking leaders. More than 200 financial professionals across the state took part in the school’s 2024 program, held July 22–26 at App State’s Boone campus.

NC School of Banking moves headquarters to App State to foster ‘excellence in banking education’ Aug 1, 2024

More than 200 financial professionals took part in the school’s 2024 program at App State

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Walker College Dean Sandra Vannoy, Craig Stephenson ’82 and Alumni Affairs Director Stephanie Billings

Craig Stephenson ’82 honored as 2024 Walker College Alumnus, business alumni celebrated Jul 19, 2024

Craig Stephenson ’82 was celebrated as the Walker College of Business alumni honoree at Appalachian State University's 2024...

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Wayne and Gigi Miller

Wayne and Gigi Miller ’85: App State provided us with a launchpad for our careers May 28, 2024


Wayne and Gigi Miller, both 1985 graduates of Appalachian State University, met on campus in Boone. Today they own and operate...

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Lauren Solomon '06 MKT with students who earned Stanley Quencher cups for their engagement

Stanley sales director visits her alma mater, advises students on the power of perspective May 22, 2024

Stanley cups, especially the brand's "quencher cup" that comes in an array of colors, have risen in popularity in recent years, and Stanley 1913...

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During App State’s Spring 2024 Commencement, undergraduate students celebrated the tradition of moving their tassels as they joined the more than 147,000 alumni of the university. Just over 4,000 students graduated during the commencement ceremonies, which took place May 10 and 11 on the Boone campus.