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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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Walker College alumnus Jamie Harris will headline App State's 64th Boyles Lecture on Thursday, April 20

Alumnus Jamie Harris ACC '84 will headline April 20 Boyles Lecture Mar 13, 2023

The 64th event in Appalachian State University's Boyles Distinguished Lecture Series will take place Thursday, April 20...

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Building a Global Mindset without leaving Boone

Building a Global Mindset without leaving Boone Mar 6, 2023

Students in Appalachian State University's International Human Resource Management (MGT 3670) course are building a global mindset,...

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MBA alumna named chief marketing and communications officer for University of Maine

MBA alumna named chief marketing and communications officer for University of Maine Mar 3, 2023

Walker College alumna Meredith Whitfield MBA '11 was recently named chief marketing and communications officer for the ...

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Six App State faculty and alumni received 2022–23 Fulbrights through the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program and Fulbright U.S. Student Program, respectively. Pictured, from left to right, are Dr. Alexandra Sterling-Hellenbrand, professor of German and global studies; Dr. Katherine Ledford, professor of Appalachian studies; alumna Payton Blaney ’22, of Reidsville; alumnus Henry Campbell ’21, of Winston-Salem; alumna Ilya Wang ’20, of Rockwell and Taichung, Taiwan; and alumnus Andrew Williard ’22, of Winston-Sale

App State honored as a Top Producer of Fulbright scholars, students for 2022–23 Feb 16, 2023

The university is one of 3 master’s institutions nationwide to receive the honor 

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Dr. Lori Medders to serve as chair of the Department of Finance, Banking & Insurance, effective July 1
2023 Holland Fellows Cohort Announced

2023 Holland Fellows Cohort Announced Feb 9, 2023

The Walker College of Business at Appalachian State University has introduced the 2023 cohort of the...

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Three Walker College professors earn GRAM awards for research

Three Walker College professors earn GRAM awards for research Feb 9, 2023

Three faculty members in the Walker College of Business have been awarded ...

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The Harris family celebrates their Mountaineer legacy: Two members are App State alumni and two are current students at App State. Pictured in front is Tony Harris II, a first-year student at App State with a major in risk management and insurance.

‘It runs in the family’ — App State alumnus Tony Harris ’92 inspires next generation of Mountaineers Feb 6, 2023

BOONE, N.C. — The Harris household in Charlotte wears a lot of black and gold. Tony Harris Sr. ’92 and his daughter Lundyn Harris ’16 are alumni...

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App State’s online bachelor’s programs and graduate programs in business, education and nursing rank among the nation’s best for 2023, according to U.S. News & World Report, which recognized the university in its annual “Best Online Programs” rankings.

App State Online bachelor’s, master’s programs named among 2023’s ‘Best Online Programs’ Jan 30, 2023

BOONE, N.C. — This year, Appalachian State University ranks among the top 24% of U.S...

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February 22 Courageous Conversation to focus on "The View from Junaluska"

February 22 Courageous Conversation to focus on "The View from Junaluska" Jan 27, 2023

The Walker College of Business’ spring 2023 Courageous Conversation will be about The View from Junaluska: ...

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