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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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Stallworth named director of Master of Science in Accounting program at Appalachian State University

Stallworth named director of Master of Science in Accounting program at Appalachian State University Jun 10, 2019

Dr. Lynn Stallworth has been named program director of the Master of Science in Accounting program at...

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Alumnus launches startup generator to inspire next generation of entrepreneurs May 30, 2019

Appalachian State University alumnus Tyler Norwood '12 aims to inspire people who want to launch businesses but don’t know how...

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McEvoy named associate dean for undergraduate programs and administration in the Walker College

McEvoy named associate dean for undergraduate programs and administration in the Walker College May 28, 2019

The Walker College of Business (WCOB) at Appalachian State University has named Dr. Dave McEvoy, associate professor in the college's...

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Appalachian Chancellor Sheri Everts, right, presents Dr. William “Bill” Holland with an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters. Photo by Chase Reynolds

Dr. William ‘Bill’ Holland awarded honorary degree May 21, 2019

Dr. William “Bill” Holland — the namesake of Appalachian’s prestigious...

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Walker College announces inaugural recipients of Dean's Club Research Prize

Walker College announces inaugural recipients of Dean's Club Research Prize May 7, 2019

During the 2019 G.A. Sywassink Day of Excellence, four Appalachian State University business professors earned the first-ever ...

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Walker College of Business Beans to offer Beans from the Dean beginning May 3

Walker College of Business Beans to offer Beans from the Dean beginning May 3 May 1, 2019

On select days during finals, students can stop by Beans 2 Brew in Peacock Hall for a free cup of coffee, on the dean.

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