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App State Master of Business Administration student Karlee Cook has analyzed data from 1.6 million births spanning 15 years, with preliminary findings linking lower birth weight and preterm birth to chemical accident sites in North Carolina.

MBA student examines chemical accidents and newborn and maternal health
Mar 23, 2026

Mountaineer Discovery: This story is part of a series highlighting student research, creativity and innovation at App State. Join the Office of Student Research for the 29th annual...
Flier for WCOB Transfer Student Connect

WCOB Transfer Student Club presents Transfer Connect
Mar 22, 2026

The Walker College of Business Transfer Club invites students to Transfer Connect, a special welcome event designed exclusively for transfer students in the Walker College of Business on Monday,...

Jackie Garner and "4 Under 40" graphic

In the News: Business Career Services staff member earns Educator Award in "4 Under 40" contest
Mar 20, 2026

Jackie Garner, associate director of employer relations and student programming in the Walker College of Business' Career Services Office, has...

Walker College hosts semi-annual business club expo

Walker College hosts semi-annual business club expo
Aug 23, 2016

The Walker College of Business held its semi-annual Business Club Expo on Tuesday, August 23. The expo featured information...

Apparel designs from students minoring in marketing featured in 2016 Blowing Rock Fashion Show

Apparel designs from students minoring in marketing featured in 2016 Blowing Rock Fashion Show
Aug 17, 2016

IN PICTURES: Walker College of Business (WCOB) Dean Heather Norris, left, with BB&T Student Leadership Center Assistant...

 Research from economics professor on the relationship between thought and movement published in Journal of Health Psychology

Economics professor's research on relationship between thought and movement published in The Journal of Health Psychology
Aug 14, 2016

Research on the relationship between thought and movement from Walker College of Business Professor of Economics David...

RIEEE to host one-day conference to explore the value of trees to people

RIEEE to host one-day conference to explore the value of trees to people
Aug 14, 2016

The Research Institute for Environment, Energy, and Economics (RIEEE) will host The Value of a Tree, a...

Walker College students travel to Rio in advance of Olympic Games

Walker College students travel to Rio in advance of Olympic Games
Aug 11, 2016

Walker College of Business students recently embarked up on a short-term study abroad program to Brazil May 15-24.

Student-owned business Adrenture helps make outdoor adventure possible for all

Student-owned business Adrenture helps make outdoor adventure possible for all
Aug 11, 2016

Senior marketing major Noah Koch founded Adrenture, a peer-to-peer rental company specializing in outdoor gear...

Alumnus named Executive Director of the North Carolina Bar Association

Walker College alumnus named executive director of the North Carolina Bar Association
Aug 10, 2016

Jason Hensley '99 of Morganton has been named executive director of the North Carolina Bar Association...

Q&A with Team Sunergy business director Andrew Grimes

Q&A with Team Sunergy business director Andrew Grimes
Aug 8, 2016

Appalachian State University senior Andrew Grimes believes that the proper resources in the hands of the right people can lead...

Instagram spotlight features students, young alumni during summer months

Instagram spotlight features students, young alumni during summer months
Aug 2, 2016

This summer, senior marketing major and 2016 Holland Fellow Samantha Bender hosted...