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Three passport books with text "Sustainably, Boone Passport - Boone's Green Passport, Presented by the Student Sustainable Business Association of App State"

In the News: Green Passport connects Boone with environmentally friendly local businesses
May 14, 2026

The Student Sustainable Business Association (SSBA), a student organization in Appalachian State University's Walker College of...

App State honored more than 4,300 Mountaineer graduates — the largest graduating class in university history — during its seven Spring 2026 Commencement ceremonies, held May 7–9 in Holmes Convocation Center on the Boone campus. Pictured, App State Chancellor Heather Norris addresses the Class of 2026.

A record 4,300+ App State graduates are ready for what’s next
May 13, 2026

graduates — the largest graduating class in university history — during its Spring 2026 Commencement, with seven ceremonies held May 7–9 at Holmes Convocation Center on the Boone campus....

Pictured, from left to right, are 2017 Big Idea Pitch Competition winners Greer, third place, Barbee, first place, and Walters, second place. Photo by Sabrina Cheves

Appalachian freshman Jackson Barbee wins top prize in Big Idea Pitch competition
Dec 5, 2017

Jackson Barbee, an Appalachian State University freshman and management major from Cary, won first place in the fall 2017 Big Idea Pitch...

Appalachian earns first rank from AASHE for sustainability among master's institutions
Dec 5, 2017

The Association for Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) highlights top-performing colleges and universities in 17 impact...

MBA Alumni Highlight: Carlie Sheffield
Dec 4, 2017

Carlie Sheffield '16 is a business analyst and brilliant factory leader at GE Aviation in Asheville, North...

 #WalkerAbroad photo competition winners with Associate Dean Martin Meznar, left, and International Programs Specialist Meredith Pipes, right

Seventeen honored during 2017 Walker College International Awards Ceremony
Nov 30, 2017

The Walker College of Business recently hosted its annual International...

Holland Fellow and Wilson Scholar Madeline Hamiter in China

A World of Experience: A student profile of the Holland Fellowship in China
Nov 28, 2017

Madeline Hamiter is a junior from Mooresville, NC studying Finance...

Study Abroad Panelists

Students learn tips on studying and interning abroad at the Walker College of Business "Go International" Fair
Nov 28, 2017

Did you know that studying or interning abroad can contribute to success at work and in graduate-level academic pursuits? Appalachian State...

MBA Alumni Highlight: LeAnne Byers Hill
Nov 27, 2017

LeAnne Byers Hill '15 is a senior associate in operations risk at Grant Thornton, one of the world's leading...