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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

 

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,...

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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...

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

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

Business students participate 3MT competition

Business students participate 3MT competition
Nov 21, 2023

BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University’s Cratis D. Williams School of Graduate Studies held the...

From left are Taylor Nicol, Alayna Speer, Cole Blake, Jaime Ziegenfuss Whitehead, Nicholas Fox, Maddison McPherson, Cristina Sanchez, Allie Hollis, Bianca Gonzalez-Torres, Emelie Rodriguez, Chloe Borchers, and Samuel Blevins.

12 attend management accountants leadership conference in Detroit
Nov 20, 2023

Twelve Appalachian State University students traveled to Detroit, Michigan November 9-11 for the annual Institute of Management Accountants (IMA...

Global Good conference helps 'revision tourism' to be better for the planet
Nov 14, 2023

On November 10, 2023, Appalachian State University's Walker College of Business hosted Global Good, a full-day conference centered around the...