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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....

poster session

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 alumnus Lee Barnes has pledged $300,000 to establish the Lee Barnes Benefaction for Learning Enhancement and Enrichment

Walker College alumnus Lee Barnes has pledged $300,000 to establish the Lee Barnes Benefaction for Learning Enhancement and Enrichment
Nov 3, 2015

Walker College alumnus Lee Barnes has pledged $300,000 to establish the Lee Barnes Benefaction for Learning Enhancement...

FSA group photo

Finance Student Association Travels to NYC
Oct 30, 2015

The Finance Student Association of Appalachian State University took their annual trip to New York City October 15-18, 2015.

The trip is...

Emily Hass presentation

WCOB senior Emily Haas presents Food U
Oct 26, 2015

A native of Boone, NC, senior Hospitality & Tourism Management and Entrepreneurship major and Nutrition minor Emily Haas recently...

Appalachian's MBA Program selected and recognized for partnership with North Carolina Small Business and Technology Center

Appalachian's MBA Program selected and recognized for partnership with North Carolina Small Business and Technology Center
Oct 26, 2015

The Walker College of Business MBA Program has been selected and recognized for their partnership with the North Carolina Small Business and...

risk management students at conference

Risk Management & Insurance students attend 2015 IIABSC Convention in Hilton Head, SC
Oct 26, 2015

Four Appalachian State University Risk Management & Insurance (RMI) majors, along with Brantley Center Associate Director Greg Langdon,...

Beta Alpha Psi logo

Beta Alpha Psi earns Superior chapter status
Oct 26, 2015

Beta Alpha Psi is an international honorary organization for financial information students and professionals.

Tori Cole, Kenan Smith, and Zully Castaneda

Scholarship donors, recipients meet at reception on campus
Oct 26, 2015

Partnerships with the business community benefit Walker College undergraduates through funding for tuition.

Zach Hunt measured for a business suit by Corner Tailors Founder Merrick Marquie

RMI student wins Corner Tailors suit
Oct 22, 2015

Junior Risk Management & Insurance (RMI) major Zach Hunt is the new owner of a Corner Tailors business suit.

Ms. North Carolina Allie Dunn

Walker College student named Miss North Carolina 2016
Oct 22, 2015

  Allison "Allie" Dunn of Matthews, NC has been named Miss North Carolina USA 2016.