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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 Rural Health's 2026 Article of the Year.

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Economics Department releases March newsletter
Mar 24, 2026

The Department of Economics at Appalachian State University has released its March newsletter for students majoring or minoring in economics. 

Cazier, Hassler to present on peak power usage July 29

Cazier, Hassler to present on peak power usage July 29
Jul 22, 2020

Two Walker College of Business professors of computer information systems will be featured as guest speakers during American Public Power...

Former students, colleagues praise Dr. Randy Edwards in virtual retirement send-off

Former students, colleagues praise Dr. Randy Edwards in virtual retirement send-off
Jul 20, 2020

By Linda CoutantPosted July 13, 2020 at 1:26 p.m.

BOONE, N.C. — More than 100 people, and a likeness of the late Mildred the Bear,...

Professor of information systems presents on rapidly changing technologies

Professor of information systems presents on rapidly changing technologies
Jul 17, 2020

Dr. Lakshmi Iyer, Appalachian State University Professor of Computer Information Systems, was a speaker on July 17, 2020, as part of Sage...

World Bee Count with James Wilkes and Joseph Cazier
Jul 8, 2020

Professors Dr. Joseph Cazier and Dr. James Wilkes were recently featured in the popular Apple Podcast series.

World Bee Count with James Wilkes and Joseph Cazier

World Bee Count with James Wilkes and Joseph Cazier
Jul 8, 2020

Professors Dr. Joseph Cazier and Dr. James Wilkes were recently featured in the popular Apple Podcast series.

Vannoy to serve as chair elect for Boone Chamber Executive Committee

Vannoy to serve as chair elect for Boone Chamber Executive Committee
Jul 7, 2020

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce...

Business Career Services Summer Update

Business Career Services Summer Update
Jul 2, 2020

The Business Career Services team appreciates your input and support of our efforts to help students navigate the path from college to career and...

Sustainable business professor warns that climate change initiatives may be other casualty of the pandemic
Jun 30, 2020

Walker College of Business Sustainability Director, Dr. Rajat Panwar, predicts a downturn in sustainability initiatives due to the global...

From left, clockwise, are App State summer business interns Wendell Addy, Callie Alexander, Ashley Brim, Logan Phillips, Haley Kimball, Sean Janes and Olivia Guillebeau

Summer internships offer practical experience, even amid global pandemic
Jun 30, 2020

The Walker College of Business emphasizes experiential learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, social engagement and value driven innovation...

Scholarship Recipients: Top: Jason Hopkins, Christian Honaker Bottom: Kyle McMearty

Three students earn scholarships for Master's study in Hong Kong
Jun 17, 2020

Even in the face of the global Covid-19 pandemic, the Walker College of Business (WCOB) is pushing forward with one of its stated goals of...