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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 of Business Dean Norris, second from left, with AppState Executive Impact Club members Tim Walker, Logan Edwards, Teea Wan and Wade Hampton assemble flood buckets for hurricane relief.

Students team up to lead hurricane relief efforts Oct 19, 2017

Appalachian State University students and community members came together October 10 to help those affected by recent hurricanes.

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Annual Carole Moore McLeod Entrepreneur Summit to be held Nov. 10 at Appalachian State University

Annual Carole Moore McLeod Entrepreneur Summit to be held Nov. 10 at Appalachian State University Oct 9, 2017

The Transportation Insight Center for Entrepreneurship and the Walker College of Business at Appalachian State University will host the...

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More than 50 attended the 2017 internship panel on Appalachian's campus September 26.

Walker College of Business students hear practical advice on internships Oct 6, 2017

More than 50 Walker College of Business students attended an internship panel and Q&A session on September 26, the evening before the fifth...

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Dean's Update: Building key relationships with industry, alumni, students and partnering organizations Oct 5, 2017

This Saturday, thousands of alumni will return to Boone to celebrate Appalachian Homecoming, and we hope to see you!

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Walker College to host game day tailgate before Saturday's homecoming football game Oct 4, 2017

Alumni, employees and friends of the Walker College of Business are invited to drop by a pre-game tailgate this Saturday, October 7.

The...

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 Appalachian State University's fifth annual Business Connections event was held September 27, 2017

Walker College celebrates fifth year of connecting students with employers through Business Connections Oct 4, 2017

The Walker College of Business celebrated the fifth anniversary of Business Connections, a signature event held at Appalachian...

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 Students from Chile, Italy, Mexico, Japan and Spain joined members of Appalachian State University's International Business Student Association (IBSA) September 27 for an International Student Welcome Dinner.

International Business students host international student welcome dinner Oct 3, 2017

 Students from Chile, Italy, Mexico, Japan and Spain joined members of Appalachian State University's International Business Student...

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