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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

 

Fifth annual initiative recognizes 25 business school graduates creating lasting impact in the world.

Appalachian alumnus honored as 2020 AACSB Influential Leader
Jan 29, 2020

Appalachian State University alumnus Jesse Pipes is one of 25 business school graduates across the globe honored by...

Employee benefits students attend health benefits conference and expo

Employee benefits students attend health benefits conference and expo
Jan 29, 2020

Two students studying employee benefits in Appalachian State University's Walker College of Business participated in the Health Benefits...

Latest employment data on Walker College alumni released
Jan 28, 2020

Ninety three percent of 2019 Walker College of Business graduates have successfully reached their first destination, according to statistics...

Marketing professor Pia Albinsson offers analysis of Uber in new book

App State marketing professor’s book analyzes Uber’s success
Jan 27, 2020

Appalachian State University professor of marketing Pia A. Albinsson has co-authored a new book, "Uber," about "one of the most innovative...

Earn cash for participation in economics experiments

Earn cash for participation in economics experiments
Jan 26, 2020

The faculty of the Appalachian Experimental Economics Laboratory (AppEEL) in the Walker College of Business invite you to register to participate...

Jan. 28 Business Club Expo encourages students to find their niche

Jan. 28 Business Club Expo encourages students to find their niche
Jan 23, 2020

The Spring 2020 Business Club Expo will take place Tuesday, Jan. 28, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. the Peacock Hall 2nd floor Boyles...

Appalachian alumni Bradley Rhyne ’07 and Filipe Ho ’07 to open new retail space next month

Charlotte based menswear brand Ole Mason Jar announces new location in Southend's Design Center of the Carolinas
Jan 22, 2020

Men's clothing company OLE MASON JAR, founded in Charlotte in 2013 by two graduates of Appalachian State University (Bradley Rhyne and Filipe Ho...

Harry Davis (Photo by Kayla Lasure)

Economic forecast: 2020 will continue upswing in economy trends
Jan 21, 2020

BLOWING ROCK — The nation is in its 11th year of economic expansion and there is "not a recession in sight," according to local economist Harry...