Daniel Russom '26 — A self-taught builder taking flight
May 8, 2026
The following is an excerpt from an email update from Appalachian State University Chancellor Heather Norris, sent May 8, 2026.
Daniel Russom, a Watauga County native and first-...
Jade Zonato '26 — Internship insight and global perspectives
May 8, 2026
A Spring 2026 graduate of the Walker College of Business, Jade Zonato leaves App State with a global mindset shaped by hands‑on...
Alan Sonato‑Ruiz ’26 — Choosing progress over pace
May 8, 2026
Alan Sonato‑Ruiz is a first-generation student at Appalachian State University, completing both a BSBA with majors in Computer...
17 present at WCOB Honors program celebration, digital marketing major earns 'best paper'
Jan 7, 2026
Appalachian State University's Walker College of Business Honors students...
App State names 12 Holland Fellows for 2026
Dec 19, 2025
Twelve outstanding students from Appalachian State University’s Walker College of Business have been selected for the prestigious 2026...
Elver DePaz-Lopez '25 featured in '1,500 App State graduates begin their next chapter.'
Dec 18, 2025
Elver DePaz-Lopez is one of 399 December 2025 graduates of the Walker College of Business. He was featured in Appalachian State University's...
Uriel Rivera Herrara '25 — From uncertainty to leadership through the Martha Guy Fellowship
Dec 18, 2025
When Uriel Rivera Herrera walked across the stage as a December 2025 graduate of...
G.A. Sywassink awarded App State's honorary Doctor of Humane Letters for decades-long commitment to education
Dec 17, 2025
At Appalachian State University’s December 12, 2025 Commencement ceremony, Chancellor Heather Norris bestowed an honorary Doctor of Humane...
Bailey Tumas '25 — Perseverance and pride at App State Hickory
Dec 15, 2025
Bailey Tumas is among the students earning their degrees from ...
Sarah Lingle '25 — Global perspective and career readiness
Dec 12, 2025
Sarah Lingle leaves Appalachian State University with not only a Bachelor of Arts in ...
Zach Needles '25 — From transfer to trailblazer, a home in the insurance industry
Dec 12, 2025
When Zach Needles transferred from North Carolina State University to...
Aidan Sands '25 — Leading, collaborating, driving excellence
Dec 12, 2025
Aidan Sands has made his mark in the Walker College of Business at Appalachian State...
Jonah Smith '25 — Turning vision into reality
Dec 12, 2025
Jonah Smith has made an impact on Appalachian State University’s Walker College of...