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Economics Department releases March newsletter Mar 24, 2026

The Department of Economics at Appalachian State University has released its March newsletter for students majoring or minoring in economics

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App State Master of Business Administration student Karlee Cook has analyzed data from 1.6 million births spanning 15 years, with preliminary findings linking lower birth weight and preterm birth to chemical accident sites in North Carolina.

MBA student examines chemical accidents and newborn and maternal health Mar 23, 2026

Mountaineer Discovery: This story is part of a series highlighting student research, creativity and innovation at App State. Students, MBA, Faculty, Dept - ECON, Front Page, Research
Dr. Nana Vezi-Magigaba

Visiting South African professor shares expertise in social entrepreneurship with Walker students Nov 4, 2019

This fall, Walker College of Business students have the opportunity to learn more about social entrepreneurship through an international lens...

Dept - MGT, International, Sustainable Business, Faculty, Centers - Center for Entrepreneurship, Walker College News
Dr. Todd Cherry, left, and Dr. Joseph Cazier, with their 2019 Green E Awards at the Walker College of Business’ fifth annual Business for Good conference, held on Appalachian’s campus Friday, Oct. 18. Cherry is a professor in and chair of the college’s Department of Economics, and Cazier is a professor in the Department of Computer Information Systems and executive director of the college’s Center for Analytics Research and Education (CARE).
Appalachian Chancellor Sheri Everts, far left, with the faculty members recognized during the university’s Fall 2019 Faculty and Staff Meeting held Friday, Sept. 6, on Appalachian’s campus. Professor of accounting Ken Brackney is second from left.

Accounting professor recognized for excellence in teaching Oct 24, 2019

BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University recognized seven faculty members for excellence in teaching during its Fall 2019 Faculty and Staff...

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Ratcliffe, pictured left, is a member of the Kraut Creek Ramblers, a band are known for their traditional mountain music.
Mary Ann Hofmann, Appalachian State University's Department of Accounting
Research posters to be presented Oct. 24

Research posters to be presented Oct. 24 Oct 15, 2019

Sixteen faculty research projects and three faculty-led student research projects will be presented at the 2019 Walker College of Business Dean's...

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Dr. Leigh Dunston, executive-in-residence in Appalachian’s Department of Finance, Banking and Insurance, left, is the recipient of the 2019 Academic Freedom and Faculty Governance Award from the university’s chapter of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP). Dr. Laura Ammon, associate professor in the Department of Philosophy and Religion and president of Appalachian’s AAUP chapter, right, presented Dunston with the award.
Behind the scenes: App State faculty, staff and students partner with community in Appalachian Theatre project

Behind the scenes: App State faculty, staff and students partner with community in Appalachian Theatre project Oct 10, 2019

BOONE, N.C. — After eight years of planning and construction, the restored and renovated Appalachian Theatre in downtown Boone will open Oct. 14...

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Professor receives grant funding for blockchain and bee research
Economics faculty receives research award

Economics faculty receives research award Oct 1, 2019

By Harley Nefe

BOONE, N.C. – Dr. John Whitehead, professor in the Department of Economics, received an award from the North...

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