Walker Fellows
The purpose of the Walker Fellows is to serve as representatives to all constituents of the Walker College, and to enhance the overall collegiate experience by fostering relationships with students. The Walker Fellows serve as positive representatives of the Walker College of Business, Appalachian State University, and their program of study. They are often “the face” of the Walker College of Business at WCOB Events, including all pre-admissions events.
The Walker Fellows are the ambassadors of the Walker College of Business and are housed under Business Career Services.
Our Values
- Service
- Professionalism
- Partnerships
- Outreach
- Leadership
What We Do
The Walker Fellows are active in several Walker College events, including:
- Open House
- Walker Business Connections & Spring Connect
- Scholars Day
- Boyles Distinguished Lecture Series
- WCOB Club Expo
- Walker Wear
- Peacock Hall tours for prospective students
- May Commencement
Benefits
- Gain valuable skills in leadership, event planning, communication, marketing, and teamwork
- Ability to impact students in the Walker College of Business
- Exclusive opportunities to interact and engage with alumni and business professionals
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Staff all signature events in the Walker College of Business (Walker Business Connections, Walker Spring Connect, Boyles Lecture Series, Entrepreneurship Summit, Business for Good, Commencement, etc.)
- Staff WCOB pre-Admissions events (Open House, Next Step Appalachian, First Step Appalachian, etc.)
- Staff Business Career Services front desk for a minimum of 5 hours a week
- Manage student traffic for the career coaches and staff of the Center
- Be the first point of contact for Business Career Services to all visitors which may include prospective students, employers, and WCOB guests.
- Lead prospective student and family visits of the WCOB
- Provide tours of Peacock Hall when needed (for Pre-Admissions Events, as well as visiting candidates and VIPs)
- Answer any emails received from prospective students in a professional, engaging, and informative manner.
- Attend bi-monthly staff meetings
Requirements
- Demonstrate a commitment to WF Values of service and professionalism
- Business major or intended major
- Proven leadership and organizational skills
- High degree of professionalism and the ability to maintain confidentiality
- Strong communication skills
- Time Management
- Ability to connect with a diverse group of people and personalities
- Good Academic Standing
Additional Information/Requirements
- Must work approximately 40 hours per semester
- Must be available to participate in WCOB wide events
- Must be available to work between the hours of 8 am – 5 pm Monday through Thursday
- Must be available to work for the full the academic year at a minimum (both fall and spring semesters)
Current Walker Fellows
Maxim Timperman
Director
Major(s): Management
Hanine Jallal
Assistant Director, Designer
Major(s): Digital Marketing
Sydney Griffin
Walker Wear Merchandiser
Major(s): Digital Marketing
Esther Lyan
Walker Wear Coordinator
Major(s): Accounting, Cybersecurity
Fayth Witthoft
Community Service Coordinator
Major(s): Computer Information Systems
Owen Lavier
Outreach and Publicity Developer
Major(s): Marketing
Joanna Solorzano
Tour and College Visit Coordinator
Major(s): Management
Glen Divins
Event Manager
Major(s): Management
Xavier Dawkins-Batiste
Finance Manager
Major(s): Finance & Banking
Nayely Mireles
Employer Engagement Coordinator
Major(s): Finance & Banking, Risk Management & Insurance
Support the Walker Fellows
Help support the work we do by contributing to the Walker Fellows Scholarship.