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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

 

Study Abroad Trip to China 2016
Mar 31, 2016

Over spring break this year a group of business students traveled to China with supply chain management professor Charlie Chen...

Wells Fargo’s David Carroll to speak March 24 at Appalachian

Wells Fargo’s David Carroll to speak March 24 at Appalachian
Mar 24, 2016

ASU NEWS—David Carroll, executive vice president of wealth and investment...

Pi Sigma Epsilon's Golf for Grayson

Pi Sigma Epsilon's Golf for Grayson
Mar 22, 2016

Pi Sigma Epsilon will host the 17th annual Charity Golf Tournament on Saturday, April 16 at...

Hospitality and Tourism Student Association Week

Hospitality and Tourism Student Association host Hospitality Week
Mar 21, 2016

March 21 through March 24 the Hospitality and Tourism Student Association (HTMSA) at Appalachian State...

Terrell featured on Sustain Appalachian Green Spotlight Blog

Terrell featured on Sustain Appalachian Green Spotlight Blog
Mar 18, 2016

International Business and Economics Major and German and Mandarin Chinese Minor Jack Terrell was recently highlighted on the...

Ten student finalists have been selected to pitch their best business idea at the Appalachian Pitch Contest

Ten student finalists have been selected to pitch their best business idea at the Appalachian Pitch Contest
Mar 18, 2016

Ten student finalists have been selected to pitch their best business idea at the Appalachian Pitch Contest, scheduled for...

Big things ahead for Brantley Center students

Big things ahead for Brantley Center students
Mar 16, 2016

Students in the Brantley Risk & Insurance Center are "business as usual" this spring semester.

Business faculty and students make news in China

Business faculty and students make news in China
Mar 16, 2016

Over spring break, business students traveled to China with supply chain management professor Charlie Chen to gain an...