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For 2026–27, U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, CEO Magazine, Fortune magazine and Forbes magazine have recognized Appalachian State University among the best schools in the nation — and across the world — for business education. Students in App State’s Walker College of Business are pictured in March 2026, taking part in a study abroad program in London. They were accompanied by Dr. David Marlett, professor in the Department of Finance, Banking and Insurance and managing director of App State’

App State named a business education leader in US and worldwide for 2026–27
Aug 21, 2026

BOONE, N.C. — Cementing its reputation as a leader in business education, Appalachian State University enters the 2026–27 academic year with top honors from five major publications.

Fiscal years 2025 and 2026 mark the most successful fundraising years in App State’s history, with the university securing more than $50 million in private donations each year — funds that directly support App State students. During the milestone period, every major area of the university has benefited, with contributions supporting academics and athletics. Pictured, an App State graduate celebrates at App State’s Spring 2026 Commencement, held May 7–9 on the Boone campus. Photo by Chase Reynolds

App State fundraising reaches historic heights, expands support for Mountaineers
Aug 19, 2026

Giving topped $50 million in both fiscal year 2025 and fiscal year 2026

 

BOONE, N.C. — With the close of fiscal year 2026 on June 30, Appalachian State University exceeded $50...

App State faculty and staff recipients of the Walker College of Business’ 2026 Sywassink Awards for Excellence. Pictured, from left to right, are Dr. Abhijit Ramalingam, Dr. Brandy Hadley, Scott Jensen, Dr. Harry Davis, Dr. Matt Crump, Cele Burt and Dr. Jonathan Bitting. Not pictured is Dr. Robin Romanus. Photo by Sabrina Cheves

App State honors 8 faculty and staff with Sywassink Awards for Excellence
Aug 4, 2026

New to this year’s awards — the Sywassink Legacy of Excellence Award

 

Harry Davis featured in Carolina Banker, professorship to be named in his honor

Harry Davis featured in Carolina Banker, professorship to be named in his honor
Jul 18, 2016

Walker College of Business Finance and Banking Professor Harry Davis is...

Economics professor awarded grant for socioeconomic study of Atlantic menhaden

Economics professor awarded grant for socioeconomic study of Atlantic menhaden
Jul 18, 2016

Dr. John Whitehead, professor and chair of Appalachian State University’s Department of Economics, has been awarded $95,303 by the Atlantic...

Proposed recreation center to infuse money in economy, create other benefits in High Country (artist rendering)

Proposed recreation center to infuse money in economy, create other benefits in High Country
Jul 15, 2016

A proposed recreation center would positively impact community, economic and health of High Country citizens, according to research conducted by...

Walker College finance lecturer co-owns the High Country Grizzlies, arena football team poised to impact the community

Walker College finance lecturer co-owns the High Country Grizzlies, arena football team poised to impact the community
Jul 15, 2016

Walker College finance lecturer co-owns the High Country Grizzlies, arena football team poised to impact the community

Appalachian students earn awards during PBL National Leadership Conference in Atlanta

Appalachian students earn awards during PBL National Leadership Conference in Atlanta
Jul 12, 2016

Six Appalachian State University students recently traveled to the Peach State to CONNECT with top future business leaders and showcase their...

Sywassink Award winners from the Walker College of Business are, from left, Ash Morgan, Jeff Hobbs, Ric Mattar, Christy Cook and David Marlett.

Five individuals receive Walker College of Business’s 2016 Sywassink Award for Excellence
Jun 28, 2016

BOONE—Four Appalachian State University faculty members and one staff member in the Walker College of Business have received the college’s 2016...

Sam Formby named associate dean for undergraduate programs and administration for the Walker College

Sam Formby named associate dean for undergraduate programs and administration for the Walker College
Jun 23, 2016

Sam Formby has accepted the role of associate dean for undergraduate...

Marketing student chronicles internship abroad and shares experiences as a 2016 Holland Fellow in China

Marketing student chronicles internship abroad and shares experiences as a 2016 Holland Fellow in China
Jun 22, 2016

Senior marketing major Samantha Bender is completing a 12-week internship in China. She is also...

Walker College professor to further research on key bee health questions

Walker College professor to further research on key bee health questions
Jun 21, 2016

Project Apis m., a non-profit organization that administers funds and directs research to enhance the health and vitality of...