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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 of Business names 30 students to App State's Best List

Walker College of Business names 30 students to App State's Best List
Apr 30, 2020

Faculty in Appalachian State University's Walker College of Business have selected App State's Best for 2020, the top students by business major...

Jamie Parson, second from left, with her family

Professor spotlight: Finance professor Jamie Parson shares her experiences teaching online during COVID-19
Apr 28, 2020

While the transition to remote learning and teaching amidst the spread of COVID-19 might be enough to cause stress to some, the professors, staff...

Pictured, clockwise from top left are Annas, Black, Dillon, Trevisan, Moore and Bagwell.

Brantley Center names six to advisory council
Apr 28, 2020

Appalachian State University's Brantley Risk & Insurance Center (BRIC) recently gained six new members of its board of advisors, according to...

Women of Walker experience distance networking opportunities with potential employers

Women of Walker experience distance networking opportunities with potential employers
Apr 24, 2020

Representatives from E & J Gallo Winery recently hosted Appalachian State University's ...

Students share how human resources may support manufacturing during COVID-19
Apr 23, 2020

Students in Appalachian State University's Industrial-Organizational Psychology and Human Resource Management (IOHRM) program are considering how...

#WalkerAbroad Spring 2020 Winners

Spring 2020 #WalkerAbroad Photo Contest Winners Announced
Apr 23, 2020

While 18 business students and faculty members at Appalachian State University submitted more than 50 photos for the Spring 2020...

Soon-to-be App State alumni: survey request

Soon-to-be App State alumni: survey request
Apr 22, 2020

Staff members in the Business Career Services Office in the Walker College of Business are at work helping Appalachian State University's...

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Telework solutions during COVID-19: advice from a human resources perspective
Apr 22, 2020

Students in Appalachian State University's Industrial-Organizational Psychology and Human Resource Management (IOHRM) program are addressing key...

Computer information systems professors honored as "transfer champion"

Computer information systems professors honored as "transfer champion"
Apr 20, 2020

Walker College of Business professor Lewis Alexander has received Appalachian State University's Transfer Champion award for 2020.

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