Illinois State University’s College of Business (COB) hosted its Early Career Achievement Awards ceremony during Homecoming 2022. Early Career Achievement Awards (ECAA) recognize younger graduates who have demonstrated innovative and responsible professional leadership, the potential for future distinction, and a commitment to serving others. One honoree is selected from each degree program.
Unit: Accounting
Two accounting career fairs in September lead Redbirds to job, internship opportunities
Career Services hosts the Accounting Career Fair on September 9 and Virtual Accounting Fair on September 16 to connect Redbirds with employers for jobs, internships, and more.
Alum’s CPA exam score earns Elijah Watt Sells Award
In the fall of 2020, Megan Hartley, M.S. ’20 sent her accounting teacher a cheeky email. It read, “I guess I studied too much.” Her results from the first of four CPA exam sections were attached. She’d pocketed a 98. The maximum score possible is a 99.
Thanks to you: Alumni support first-generation students through Dunaway Family Dean’s Scholarship
Mark Dunaway and Jon Farney are alumni so grateful for the support they received at Illinois State that each has created dean’s scholarships to assist students.
Illinois State University announces Bone Scholars for 2022
Illinois State University announced students selected as Robert G. Bone Scholars for the 2022-2023 school year.
Registration for fall career fairs now open
If you’re an employer, register early for the fall career fairs. Spaces are limited and fill-up quickly.
Will Accounting Help Save The Planet? Distinguished Professor Lecture, April 13
Distinguished Professor Den Patten will present “Will Accounting Help Save the Planet? Reflections on Corporate Environmental Disclosure” at 5 p.m. April 13, in the Brown Ballroom of the Bone Student Center.
Northwestern Mutual joins Career Services Engage Program
Career Services is pleased to welcome the newest member of its Redbird family of supporters.
Study Abroad student perspectives
On Wednesday February 23, 2022 from 12–1 p.m. Central Time, the Spring 2022 International Seminar Series, ISU International Engagement, will feature Alex Ratcliff-Hanger, associate director for Study Abroad, as well as three student panelists: Devon Fine, Joi Strickland, and Anna Tulley. This free zoom webinar is open to the public with advance registration.
College of Business announces Hall of Fame inductees
Each year the College of Business inducts a select group of highly accomplished graduates into its Alumni Hall of Fame and Service Hall of Fame in recognition of their significant career accomplishments, outstanding service to others, and their long-standing dedication to the college and its mission. From senior-level executives at top corporations to highly successful