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Dr. Pennie Bagley named chair of Walker College of Business’ Department of Accounting

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Dr. Pennie Bagley, associate professor in and chair of Appalachian’s Department of Accounting. Photo submitted

“The strong reputation in the Department of Accounting will continue under Dr. Bagley’s leadership. She is dedicated to providing high-quality student learning opportunities in an ever-changing environment.”

Dr. Heather Hulburt Norris, dean of Appalachian’s Walker College of Business

By Haley Childers
Posted July 9, 2019 at 5:31 p.m.

BOONE, N.C. — The Department of Accounting in Appalachian State University’s Walker College of Business (WCOB) has named Dr. Pennie Bagley, associate professor of accounting, as its new chair, which went into effect July 1.

“The strong reputation in the Department of Accounting will continue under Dr. Bagley’s leadership. She is dedicated to providing high-quality student learning opportunities in an ever-changing environment.”

Dr. Heather Hulburt Norris, dean of Appalachian’s Walker College of Business

She is taking over the role from Dr. Doug Roberts, professor of accounting, who has served as the department’s chair since 2014.

“The strong reputation in the Department of Accounting will continue under Dr. Bagley’s leadership,” said Dr. Heather Hulburt Norris, dean of the WCOB. “She is dedicated to providing high-quality student learning opportunities in an ever-changing environment.”

Norris added, “I appreciate Dr. Roberts’ service to the college. He has effectively managed the department for five years, with great care and concern for our students, faculty and staff.”

Bagley joined Appalachian’s faculty in 2010 and most recently served as Walker College’s experiential learning faculty fellow, providing resources and helping her colleagues develop experiential learning components in the curriculum.

Bagley’s research interests include behavioral auditing and accounting education. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in accounting from North Carolina State University and a Ph.D. from the University of Georgia.

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Bagley named experiential learning faculty fellow in business
Bagley named experiential learning faculty fellow in business
Walker College of Business
Nov. 8, 2018

Dr. Pennie Bagley, associate professor of accounting in the Walker College of Business, has been named experiential learning faculty fellow at Appalachian State University. Dr. Bagley, who joined Appalachian's faculty in 2010, brings to the role a wealth of experience integrating classroom learning with real-world application, including most recently having served as the internship coordinator for the Department of Accounting.

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About the Department of Accounting

The Department of Accounting has built a strong reputation for excellence in accounting education and is highly regarded by accounting employers in North Carolina and throughout the Southeast. Learn more at https://accounting.appstate.edu.

About the Walker College of Business

The Walker College of Business at Appalachian State University delivers transformational educational experiences that prepare and inspire students to be ethical, innovative and engaged business leaders who positively impact their communities, both locally and globally. The college places emphasis on international experiences, sustainable business practices, entrepreneurial programs and real-world applications with industry. Enrolling more than 4,000 undergraduates in 11 majors, Walker College has the highest enrollment of full-time undergraduate students in the University of North Carolina System, and more than 250 graduate students are enrolled in the college’s three master’s programs. App State’s Walker College is accredited by AACSB International — the premier global accrediting body for business schools. Learn more at https://business.appstate.edu.

About Appalachian State University

As a premier public institution, Appalachian State University prepares students to lead purposeful lives. App State is one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina System, with a national reputation for innovative teaching and opening access to a high-quality, affordable education for all. The university enrolls more than 21,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and 80 graduate majors at its Boone and Hickory campuses and through App State Online. Learn more at https://www.appstate.edu.

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