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Economics Department releases March newsletter
Mar 24, 2026

The Department of Economics at Appalachian State University has released its March newsletter for students majoring or minoring in economics. 

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...
Veronica McCurdy, left, and Amelia Sisson

McCurdy, Sisson named to Cratis D. Williams Society
Dec 11, 2023

Veronica McCurdy and Amelia Sisson, graduate students in the Walker College of Business, have been named to the ...

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Walker College Dean's Office earns App State sustainability certification
Dec 6, 2023

The Walker College of Business' Office of the Dean has completed Appalachian State University's Green Workplace Certification and has been...

International Business major honored for enhancing App State's 'global fabric'

International Business major honored for enhancing App State's 'global fabric'
Nov 29, 2023

International Business Major Shea Raiola has earned the 2023 Student Award from the Office of International Education and Development (OIED)....

Thursday's info session about 5 faculty-led study abroad programs with space available

Thursday's info session about 5 faculty-led study abroad programs with space available
Nov 27, 2023

The Walker College of Business has five faculty-led study abroad programs that are still accepting applications for 2024 experiences.

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Beginning December 1, continuing Mountaineers can apply for 2024 scholarships through ASAP
Nov 26, 2023

The 2024-25 Appalachian Scholarship Application Portal (ASAP) opens Friday, December 1, 2023, and closes Wednesday, February 7, 2024.

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Dec. 1 'Lunch & Learn' will feature Dean's Club interdisciplinary research
Nov 26, 2023

The Walker College of Business Office for Advanced Studies in Business will host a Dean's Club Lunch and Learn on Friday, December 1, 11:30 AM,...

Mary Ann Hofmann

Hofmann to serve as Macebearer for December 15 Commencement
Nov 26, 2023

Dr. Mary Ann Hofmann, a professor of accounting and past Sywassink Awardee for Teaching Excellence, will serve as macebearer for this semester's...

12 business students to participate in Holland Fellows exchange

2024 Holland Fellows Cohort Announced
Nov 21, 2023

Twelve Appalachian State University business students have been named 2024 Holland Fellows; they will participate in an international business...

Team Cybersharks practicing to compete.

App State ranks in top 10% for cybersecurity nationally
Nov 21, 2023

Appalachian State University has been named to the Cyber Power...