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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 to host panel discussion in recognition of Women's History Month

Walker College to host panel discussion in recognition of Women's History Month Feb 22, 2017

The Walker College of Business will host a professional panel discussion on Thursday, March 2, in recognition of...

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From left: Brantley Center Faculty Director Karen Epermanis, Risk Manager in Residence Robin Joines, and GIS president Cecilia Yanez at Appalachian State University

Student athletes receive top honors for academic performance Feb 13, 2017

Forty-four of the 216 students named to Appalachian State University's athletics department academic honor roll for the 2016 fall semester are...

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Appalachian State University Sales Advisory Board Members in Peacock Hall

Walker College establishes advisory board to guide sales marketing programs Feb 6, 2017

The Walker College of Business has developed a sales advisory committee to provide expertise to the developing sales education...

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January 24 Internship Panel Attendees

BB&T Student Leadership Center hosted employer-student panel on the value of internships Feb 1, 2017

The Walker College of Business at Appalachian State University provides unique opportunities for students to develop their leadership and...

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From left, students Peyton McAvoy, Shelby Weatherman with NCAMIC President Mike Williams at Appalachian State University

RMI majors receive scholarships from NCAMIC Jan 27, 2017

An executive from North Carolina Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NCAMIC) was on campus at Appalachian State...

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From left, Appalachian State University students James Marlowe, John Rucker, Jewell Ward and Ana Silverstein compete in UGA Stock Pitch Challenge

Walker College students compete in third annual UGA Stock Pitch Challenge Jan 24, 2017

A team of Walker College of Business students advanced to the finals of the third annual University of Georgia (UGA) Stock Pitch...

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Image courtesy Instagram @pse_appstate "Come check out Pi Sigma Epsilon, the nation's only fraternity specializing in sales and marketing."
Economics faculty and students conduct high country tourism economic impact analyses

Economics faculty and students conduct high country tourism economic impact analyses Jan 24, 2017

Students from Appalachian State University's student chapter of the National Association for Business Economics...

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