Business Sustainability & Resilience 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
12 App State students to study Asian markets as 2026 Holland Fellows Feb 17, 2026
The 30-year-old international business fellowship will take students to Cambodia, Hong Kong and Vietnam
App State students attend COP30 in Brazil, engage in global climate talks Dec 9, 2025
Six Appalachian State University students and two faculty members recently traveled to Belém, Brazil, to participate in the 30th Annual Conference of the Parties (COP30), gaining firsthand experie
App State’s Global Good Conference reflects on Hurricane Helene, showcases resilience and solutions Oct 27, 2025
On Sept. 26, Appalachian State University held its annual Global Good Conference, a half-day event featuring a keynote address, interactive breakout sessions, and career-focused panels. The conference explored sustainability and resilience across industries, communities, and career pathways.
Walker College of Business celebrates global and sustainability champions at annual luncheon Oct 21, 2025
Outstanding students, faculty, and staff were recognized for their contributions to global engagement and sustainable business during the Walker College of Business’s annual Global Good Conference.
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
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.