 What is your major and why did you choose this major?
"I am a double major in accounting and business analytics. I chose accounting because I realized all the opportunities available with this degree. It seemed like the possibilities were endless, and I felt confident I could find a job with an accounting degree. I paired my accounting major with business analytics to stay up to date with all the development in data sciences." What are your interests outside of school? "Outside of school, I enjoy playing as much golf as I can. I love going out on a course and enjoying the nice weather. Also, I love following ODU sports with my family because we are all alumni. I am the 10th person in my family to attend ODU! Other interests include visiting new places, trying new foods, and meeting new people." Are you involved in any other organizations besides Beta Alpha Psi? "Outside of Beta Alpha Psi, I serve as an accounting tutor for ODU’s Peer Educator Program. This has been one of my most valuable experiences while in college because it has given me the opportunity to develop some of my soft skills while helping others. It is so rewarding to see you have helped someone in their academic career." What has been your favorite experience as part of Beta Alpha Psi? "My favorite experience with Beta Alpha Psi was serving as the Director of Best Practices last year. My team and I became great friends through the process and we were able to develop an outreach program to local high schools and community colleges to promote the accounting profession. I am certain this project will have an impact on the chapter for years to come." How do you feel Beta Alpha Psi has helped you in your professional career? "Without Beta Alpha Psi, I would not have the soft skills needed to be a well-rounded professional. Beta Alpha Psi has helped me enjoy networking, improve my public speaking skills, and given me several opportunities with internships and scholarships. I will start full-time work with KPMG after graduation and I do not think this would have been possible without Beta Alpha Psi." What advice would you give new members and candidates to make the most of their time in Beta Alpha Psi? "Don’t just join the organization, find a way to get involved as soon as you can and you will get back way more than what you put in, I can guarantee it."  What is your major and why did you decide to join BAP?
"I am double majoring in Accounting and Finance. I joined Beta Alpha Psi in the Fall of 2016 because i was informed that it would be beneficial to join by a previous member, who also happened to be an intern at the same CPA firm as me. After information sessions, i quickly learned that the opportunities that BAP would bring me were not short of amazing." What are your interests outside of school? "Outside of school, I enjoy hanging out with family and close friends. Before attending ODU, I was a collegiate baseball player and really enjoy sports. I still frequently go to the gym to workout and i play intramural sports year round. I also enjoy going on hikes and being outside." Outside of BAP, are you involved in any other organizations or activities? "I am not actively involved with any other organizations at the moment; however, I do play intramural sports such as football, basketball, and soccer." What are your goals for the future? "Short term goals of mine include beginning a career in the public accounting field. As I progress i hope to learn as much as possible and being to formulate my desire of owning my own business. Long term goals include utilizing my financial accounting knowledge to start my own business. I plan to start a sports training facility with focuses on developing young athletes interested in baseball and football." What advice would you give to future candidates and members? "I would advise anybody who is serious about their future career to join BAP. Not only has BAP gotten me internships and a job lined up after school, I have been able to network with a huge amount of people (including other members). I would not change my decision to join BAP for anything" |