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A group of kayakers travel on the South Fork River.
Jared Rorer speaking at ARBS 2026

Appalachian Research in Business Symposium draws regional scholars May 1, 2026

The Walker College of Business at Appalachian State University recently hosted the...

Faculty, Research, Front Page
Biology graduate student Haley Martin ’23 ’25 conducts research on fruit flies.

Mountaineer Discovery: Spotlighting Student Research, Creativity and Innovation at App State Apr 15, 2026

Increasing global access to life-changing prosthetics — through human-centered 3D design.

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App State Master of Business Administration student Karlee Cook has analyzed data from 1.6 million births spanning 15 years, with preliminary findings linking lower birth weight and preterm birth to chemical accident sites in North Carolina.
This year’s Celebration of Student Research and Creative Endeavors will be the largest in App State history, with 240 students participating. Pictured, an App State student presents their research poster during last year’s event.
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Dr. Shishir Shakya

Publication co-authored by economics assistant professor named Journal of Rural Health's article of the year (College of Arts & Sciences) Apr 6, 2026

BOONE, N.C. — A publication authored by a cross‑college research team at Appalachian State University has been recognized as the Journal of...

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Appalachian Research in Business Symposium strengthens regional collaboration

First-ever Strategic Business Case Competition offers prize money for refining your skills Feb 22, 2026

Through a Dean’s Club-sponsored Strategic Business Case Competition in the Walker College of Business, students at Appalachian...

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