Sustainable Business at Appalachian State University
The Walker College of Business at Appalachian State University and its faculty, staff and students are committed to advancing sustainable business practices that promote responsible management of economic, social and natural resources. Read the full Walker College of Business mission statement.
We acknowledge that these three areas are interconnected and interdependent.
Students in the Walker College are trained to behave ethically and innovatively as we work together to build better communities.
The Walker College implements and supports initiatives, events, research and service related to sustainability, and its Curriculum and Faculty Development Committee have developed discipline-specific definitions of the relevance of sustainability on the college's fields of study.
Latest News
App State alumni Preston Powell ’01 and Adam Scherer ’01 invest in students, Helene recovery through local business Sep 12, 2025
Mountain Strong apparel sales contribute to support for App State Community
App State's CPRO-W2 program supports water sector industry professionals Sep 11, 2025
As communities across the country face growing challenges from climate change, regulatory shifts, and financial pressures, Appalachian State University is helping prepare water sector professionals to manage risks.
Walker College to help sponsor Oct. 8 Community FEaST —Food Engagement and Story Telling Sep 2, 2025
2025 Community FEaST
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 4:30-6:00 p.m.
Sanford Mall, Appalachian State University
Guignet, fellow researchers earn 2025 Chancellor’s Innovation Scholars Program grant Aug 29, 2025
BOONE, N.C.
Jim Westerman to serve as director of business sustainability Aug 16, 2025
Dr. Jim Westerman has been named director of business sustainability and resilience in the Walker College of Business at Appalachian State University.
WCOB Sustain Calendar
SDSN Member
The Walker College is a member of the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN), a global platform that affirms the university’s commitment to advance the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Learn more.
App State Green Office
The Walker College of Business Dean's Office and departments and units within the college have been certified by Appalachian State University as green. Learn more.