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For 2026–27, U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, CEO Magazine, Fortune magazine and Forbes magazine have recognized Appalachian State University among the best schools in the nation — and across the world — for business education. Students in App State’s Walker College of Business are pictured in March 2026, taking part in a study abroad program in London. They were accompanied by Dr. David Marlett, professor in the Department of Finance, Banking and Insurance and managing director of App State’

App State named a business education leader in US and worldwide for 2026–27 Aug 21, 2026

BOONE, N.C. — Cementing its reputation as a leader in business education, Appalachian State University enters the 2026–27 academic year with top honors from five major publications.

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Fiscal years 2025 and 2026 mark the most successful fundraising years in App State’s history, with the university securing more than $50 million in private donations each year — funds that directly support App State students. During the milestone period, every major area of the university has benefited, with contributions supporting academics and athletics. Pictured, an App State graduate celebrates at App State’s Spring 2026 Commencement, held May 7–9 on the Boone campus. Photo by Chase Reynolds

App State fundraising reaches historic heights, expands support for Mountaineers Aug 19, 2026

Giving topped $50 million in both fiscal year 2025 and fiscal year 2026

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App State faculty and staff recipients of the Walker College of Business’ 2026 Sywassink Awards for Excellence. Pictured, from left to right, are Dr. Abhijit Ramalingam, Dr. Brandy Hadley, Scott Jensen, Dr. Harry Davis, Dr. Matt Crump, Cele Burt and Dr. Jonathan Bitting. Not pictured is Dr. Robin Romanus. Photo by Sabrina Cheves

App State honors 8 faculty and staff with Sywassink Awards for Excellence Aug 4, 2026

New to this year’s awards — the Sywassink Legacy of Excellence Award

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Economics professor's research on relationship between thought and movement published in The Journal of Health Psychology Aug 14, 2016

Research on the relationship between thought and movement from Walker College of Business Professor of Economics David...

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RIEEE to host one-day conference to explore the value of trees to people Aug 14, 2016

The Research Institute for Environment, Energy, and Economics (RIEEE) will host The Value of a Tree, a...

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Walker College students travel to Rio in advance of Olympic Games Aug 11, 2016

Walker College of Business students recently embarked up on a short-term study abroad program to Brazil May 15-24.

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Student-owned business Adrenture helps make outdoor adventure possible for all Aug 11, 2016

Senior marketing major Noah Koch founded Adrenture, a peer-to-peer rental company specializing in outdoor gear...

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Walker College professor of finance and banking earns nod from Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Aug 10, 2016

The...

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Q&A with Team Sunergy business director Andrew Grimes Aug 8, 2016

Appalachian State University senior Andrew Grimes believes that the proper resources in the hands of the right people can lead...

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