Walker College News

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.

Front Page, Walker College News

App State faculty and staff recipients of the Walker College of Business’ 2026 Sywassink Awards for Excellence. Pictured, from left to right, are Dr. Abhijit Ramalingam, Dr. Brandy Hadley, Scott Jensen, Dr. Harry Davis, Dr. Matt Crump, Cele Burt and Dr. Jonathan Bitting. Not pictured is Dr. Robin Romanus. Photo by Sabrina Cheves

App State honors 8 faculty and staff with Sywassink Awards for Excellence Aug 4, 2026

New to this year’s awards — the Sywassink Legacy of Excellence Award

Faculty, Alumni, Dept - ACC, Dept - CIS, Dept - ECON, Dept - FIN, Harry Davis, Walker College News, Front Page

View of the exterior glass being installed for the new addition. Photo by Chase Reynolds

Peacock Hall addition takes shape as construction passes halfway mark Aug 3, 2026

The addition to Peacock Hall was featured in Appalachian State University Chancellor Heather Norris' July 31, 2026, Inside Appalachian

Walker College News, Front Page, Giving

Appalachian expands opportunities in China through a new relationship with Wenzhou University Jan 10, 2016

ASU NEWS—Appalachian State University has entered a partnership with...

Walker College News, International

Agreement with Wenzhou University expands Walker College of Business' international partnerships Jan 5, 2016

Appalachian State University and the Walker College of Business announces an international partnership with Wenzhou University in Wenzhou, China...

Walker College News, International, Centers - Center for Entrepreneurship

Walker College Duane D. Daggett Professorship Dec 4, 2015

April 1, 2008 marked the inauguration of a new professorship in the Walker College of Business – the first established by a Walker College...

Professorships, Dept - MGT, Walker College News, Giving

Scholarly Teaching Academy recognizes teacher-scholars Nov 25, 2015

Faculty, Walker College News

Faculty discuss sustainability’s 3E’s: economics, equity and environment Nov 24, 2015

Economy, Walker College News, Sustainable Business

IIANC makes $250,000 investment in Appalachian’s Brantley Risk and Insurance Center Nov 12, 2015

Walker College News, Centers - Brantley Risk and Insurance

Photos from inaugural business research poster session now online Nov 3, 2015

Walker College of Business faculty and students participated in the inaugural Dean's Club Research Grants poster session on Oct. 22. Photos from...

Walker College News

Walker College of Business expands partnerships with local business Aug 30, 2015

The Walker College of Business aims to develop and sustain strategic alliances and partnerships with businesses, governments, non-profits,...

Walker College News

Students welcomed back to the Walker College with a reception in newly remodeled Peacock Hall Aug 28, 2015

Students, faculty, and staff were welcomed back to the Walker College of Business on Monday, August 17 with a reception in Peacock Hall. This...

Events, Walker College News

Walker College of Business hosts annual club expo Aug 27, 2015

The Walker College of Business successfully held its annual Business Club Expo Tuesday, August 25. The expo featured clubs such as Walker Fellows...

Events, Students, Walker College News