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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 College faculty, staff to present at App State Global Symposium

Walker College faculty, staff to present at App State Global Symposium
Nov 8, 2022

Beroth Professor of Marketing Pia Albinsson, Walker College Associate Dean for Graduate Programs and Research Lakshmi Iyer and Global and Civic...

10 first-year App State students awarded Diversity Scholars Program Scholarship for 2022–23

10 first-year App State students awarded Diversity Scholars Program Scholarship for 2022–23
Nov 8, 2022

BOONE, N.C. — Ten first-year students at Appalachian State University have been awarded scholarships through App State’s ...

11 first-year App State students earn Chancellor’s Scholarship for 2022–23

11 first-year App State students earn Chancellor’s Scholarship for 2022–23
Nov 8, 2022

BOONE, N.C. — Eleven first-year students have joined the Appalachian State University Community as Chancellor’s Scholars for the 2022–23 academic...

App State Cyber Summit provides intersection of community and industry with an eye on new business threats

App State Cyber Summit provides intersection of community and industry with an eye on new business threats
Nov 7, 2022

According to Warren Buffett, “In today's business world, it takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it.” 

Finance professor to speak at 2023 High Country Economic Kickoff Luncheon

Finance professor to speak at 2023 High Country Economic Kickoff Luncheon
Nov 7, 2022

Dr. Harry Davis, a professor of banking in the Walker College of Business, will deliver the keynote address at the 7th Annual High Country...

State Treasurer Dale Folwell to speak with students on campus Nov. 3

State Treasurer Dale Folwell to speak with students on campus Nov. 3
Nov 4, 2022

Walker College of Business students, faculty and staff heard from North Carolina State Treasurer Dale Folwell on November 3, 2022. 

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Business faculty, students present business research at Dean's Club Poster Session

Business faculty, students present business research at Dean's Club Poster Session
Nov 4, 2022

Thirteen projects were presented at the 2022 Walker College of Business Dean's Club Research Poster Session on the 2nd floor...

Liz and Jeff Mick, center, with scholarship recipients. Liz Mick earned the Walker College of Business' inagural Scholarship Leaders Award

Liz Mick '81 named inaugural 'Scholarship Leader'
Nov 1, 2022

The Walker College of Business at Appalachian State University has awarded Elizabeth “Liz” Mick the college's first-ever Scholarship Leaders...

McCurdy named finalist in 3 Minute Thesis — 3MT — competition

McCurdy named finalist in 3 Minute Thesis — 3MT — competition
Oct 31, 2022

Veronica McCurdy ACC '22, an M.S. Applied Data Analytics student in the Walker College of Business, presented her research...

Learn about App State's MBA, graduate business programs at upcoming info sessions

Learn about App State's MBA, graduate business programs at upcoming info sessions
Oct 23, 2022

If you are considering a graduate degree, get your questions answered by representatives from Appalachian State University's Walker College of...