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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

 

Walker Fellows in newly renovated 2nd floor  Peacock Hall spaces

Dean's Update - November 25, 2015
Nov 25, 2015

Tour of the Walker College's Newest Space

In the fall of 2015, Walker College of Business students enjoyed new and improved learning and...

Steve Norwood

Strongest growth company in the Triangle run by Walker alumnus
Nov 25, 2015

The Triangle Business Journal this month released its Fast 50,...

Faculty at Appalachian Research in Business Symposium

Appalachian to participate in research in business symposium
Nov 25, 2015

The 2016 Appalachian Research in Business Symposium (ARBS) is set for March 31 and April 1, 2016.

ARBS features research from scholars at...

Participants at the International Collegiate Sales Competition

Business students place in International Collegiate Sales Competition
Nov 17, 2015

Four Walker College of Business students represented Appalachian at the International Collegiate Sales Competition (ICSC) held Nov. 4-8, 2015 in...

Brian Adcock giving keynote address at Entrepreneur Summit

Annual entrepreneur summit serves as forum for innovators, students
Nov 16, 2015

The 12th Carole Moore McLeod Entrepreneur Summit on Nov. 13 was a forum for students and community members to learn from and be inspired by...

Dr. David Marlett presents at the Florida Chamber of Commerce Insurance Summit in Orlando
Nov 12, 2015

Finance, Banking, and Insurance Chair Dr. David Marlett recently presented at the Florida Chamber of Commerce Insurance Summit in Orlando,...