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Three passport books with text "Sustainably, Boone Passport - Boone's Green Passport, Presented by the Student Sustainable Business Association of App State"

In the News: Green Passport connects Boone with environmentally friendly local businesses May 14, 2026

The Student Sustainable Business Association (SSBA), a student organization in Appalachian State University's Walker College of...

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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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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, ...

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Francisca M. Campos ’26

Francisca M. Campos ’26 — Saying yes to opportunity and leadership May 7, 2026

Francisca Campos arrived at Appalachian State University with a promise to herself:...

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Aidan Heyl ’26

Aidan Heyl ’26 — A Mountaineer shaped by service and discipline May 7, 2026

A Spring 2026 graduate of the Walker College of Business, Aidan Heyl brought a distinctive...

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Sean Owens

Sean Owens ’26 — Curiosity and Connections in a Changing World May 7, 2026

Sean Owens’ graduate experience at Appalachian State University is a continuation of a...

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Corin Palmer

Corin Palmer ’26 — “Never too late” for a first-generation Mountaineer earning two tech degrees May 3, 2026

After falling in love with computers at age five, Corin Palmer took a different path before returning to that lifelong passion with renewed focus...

Dept - CIS, Students, Front Page
Middle school students work on a hands‑on IT project during a previous summer camp.

Camps scheduled to be held in Peacock Hall, home of the Walker College of Business May 1, 2026

Two summer education camps will be hosted in Peacock Hall this June, offering middle school and high school students hands‑on exposure to careers...

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From left are Jonah Chapman, Matteo Di Martino, Kiera Murphy, Sawyer O'Donnell, Skyler Perguidi, Noah Sorg

Six student businesses selected for Student Venture Funding Apr 30, 2026

Six Appalachian State University students have been selected to receive ...

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