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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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Q&A with Team Sunergy driver Lindsay Rudisill Jul 25, 2016

Appalachian State University’s solar vehicle team is working not just to compete on a global stage, but also to build a ...

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ASU team to race solar car in world competition Jul 22, 2016

The Watauga Democrat highlighted Appalachian ’s solar vehicle team in a July 21 article. Team Sunergy will be competing against teams from across...

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Economics professors present at International Institute of Fisheries Economics and Trade conference Jul 18, 2016

Department of Economics Chair John Whitehead and Professor Ash Morgan served as presenters during the...

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Economics professor co-chairs sessions on labor productivity and education at International Odyssey Conference Jul 18, 2016

Walker College Professor of Economics Mark Strazicich...

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Dean's Update - July Jul 18, 2016

This edition of the Walker College of Business Dean's Update is one in a series...

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Walker College of Business expands curriculum to meet growing demands of industry in supply chain management and data analytics Jul 18, 2016

Appalachian State University’s Walker College of Business will offer two new degree programs to meet a growing demand of...

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Walker College finance lecturer co-owns the High Country Grizzlies, arena football team poised to impact the community Jul 15, 2016

Walker College finance lecturer co-owns the High Country Grizzlies, arena football team poised to impact the community

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