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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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Appalachian alumni Caleb McGuire (left) and Christian Houpe started PubCycle of Boone in May 2018.

Appalachian alumni launch Pubcycle of Boone Jan 31, 2019

In May 2018, the Town of Boone welcomed an innovative new business, designed to promote sustainable transportation, local nightlife and safety...

Alumni, Centers - Center for Entrepreneurship, Front Page
Appalachian Service

Walker College staff members earn "shout out" for service - Q1 2019 Jan 31, 2019

Members of the Walker College of Business staff have earned a Staff Shout Out for exemplary service in their work during the...

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Club Expo

Spring 2019 Business Club Expo is coming to the Walker College Jan 29, 2019

Spring 2019 Business Club Expo
Tuesday, January 29th
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Appalachian's Economics Department listed in top 5% of research institutions worldwide
Pictured, from left, are Vivian Meadows, Kim Zahller, Jesse Mazza, Sierra Abee and Chelsea Ledford.

Accounting student earns Joseph F. Ryan Scholarship from IMA Jan 25, 2019

Jesse Mazza, a master of accounting student in Appalachian State University's Walker College of Business, has earned the ...

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Walker College alumnus named chair of NAI Global 2019 Leadership Board

Walker College alumnus named chair of NAI Global 2019 Leadership Board Jan 25, 2019

Walker College of Business alumnus Jimmy Barnes '84 has been named chair of the NAI Global 2019 Leadership Board....

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Research suggests sales managers should pay attention to the salespeople’s perceptions of justice norms

Research suggests sales managers should pay attention to the salespeople’s perceptions of justice norms Jan 24, 2019

Faculty research from professors at Appalachian State University's Walker College of Business has shown that organizations' justice norms enhance...

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Zach Covington, a first-year exercise science major at Appalachian, looks at his laptop while taking notes. Photo by Chase Reynolds

US News and World Report recognizes Appalachian for ‘Best Online Programs’ Jan 16, 2019

BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University’s online bachelor’s and graduate education programs are ranked among the best in the nation — within...

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Walker College to offer five-part professional development series for students