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Walker College launches AI in Business Graduate Certificate
Nov 2, 2026

The Walker College of Business now offers a fully online AI in Business Graduate Certificate designed to help professionals understand artificial intelligence (AI) business applications while...

An representative from an employing organization (Lowe’s) speaks with online accounting students during a recent virtual career fair organized for App State Flight Path accounting students.

Online accounting students connect with employers through virtual career fairs
Oct 30, 2026

As more students seek flexible pathways to earn their degrees, Walker College of Business faculty are creating new ways for online learners to access the professional connections and career...

Computer information systems professors honored as "transfer champion"

Computer information systems professors honored as "transfer champion"
Apr 20, 2020

Walker College of Business professor Lewis Alexander has received Appalachian State University's Transfer Champion award for 2020.

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Appalachian launches professional certificate in business analytics

Appalachian's professional certificate in business analytics, alumni discount
Apr 15, 2020

New for Spring 2020, Appalachian State University will offer a certificate in business analytics for working professionals.

The non-...

Ten at App State earn scholarships from Institute for Management Accountants

Ten at App State earn scholarships from Institute for Management Accountants
Apr 14, 2020

Ten accounting students at Appalachian State University have earned scholarship awards from the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) to...

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App State students offer advice in human resources for healthcare organizations during COVID-19
Apr 13, 2020

Effectively staffing hospitals is critical during the COVID-19 pandemic, and students at Appalachian State University are providing guidance and...

App State Women of Walker participate in Zoom Session with Bowman

Walker College alumna, leadership expert, offers social distancing-approved interaction to female business majors
Apr 6, 2020

In Spring 2020, when all Appalachian State University students have been instructed to stay at home and learn online, Walker College of Business...

Alumni transition business from outdoor gear production to face mask production amid pandemic shortages
Apr 5, 2020

In recent weeks, America's healthcare system has seen a mass shortage of PPE, personal protective equipment, and some citizens are assisting with...

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In Pictures: App State business students in Mexico
Mar 28, 2020

During Appalachian State University's spring break, undergraduates from the Walker College of Business visited the Yucatán peninsula and the...

Chase Warrington '08 and his wife, Allison, and their 50-pound husky Koda in Valencia, Spain, where they live and work remotely

Walker College alumnus offers tips for employees working from home
Mar 26, 2020

Working remotely is top-of-mind for many Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr. Sandra Vannoy is an Ashe County native who has served in a variety of roles in the Walker College of Business, including acting dean

Vannoy featured in Mountain Times publications
Mar 23, 2020

A recent post from Mountain Times publications features Walker College of Business Dean Sandra Vannoy.

Vannoy, "an Ashe County native who...