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Quick Facts

Additional specialized accreditation by AACSB

M.Acc. program was first in the nation to offer a data analytics concentration

Beta Alpha Psi fraternity has achieved Superior status continuously for the past 40 years

Free tax assistance through the VITA program

Industry connections

Accounting Advisory Council: The council advises, counsels, and assists the Department of Accounting with maintaining and improving the Department’s programs, the quality of its students, the success of its graduates, and the overall standing and reputation of the Department. The Council helps the department develop community partnerships among our faculty, our students, and accounting professionals that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion and benefit and serve both the Department and the Richmond community.

Beta Alpha Psi: The fraternity has been connecting top accounting majors with successful alumni and employers for the past 40 years as a Superior Chapter.

Controllers Executive Roundtable: We partner with CERT to provide professional continuing education and networking opportunities for controllers of member firms.

NABA Inc.:A nonprofit membership association dedicated to bridging the opportunity gap for black business students and leaders in accounting, finance, business and entrepreneurship.

Accounting Alumni Association: The association provides networking opportunities for VCU accounting majors and alumni. 

STUDENT DEPARTMENT AWARDS

Student of the Year: The Student of the Year Award is presented to a senior or graduate student who has demonstrated outstanding accomplishments in scholarship and leadership.

Distinguished Service Award: The Distinguished Service Award is presented to a student who has provided distinguished service to the department, university and community.

Ann G. and Barney Roland Freasier, Sr. Tax Award: This award is presented annually to an outstanding student who has taken at least six hours of taxation courses at VCU and has demonstrated the most promise in the field of taxation.

Student of the Year: Michelle Chen

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Michelle is an outstanding student and future accounting professional double majoring in accounting and finance. She demonstrates an incredible work ethic, as evidenced by her role as vice president of Beta Alpha Psi. During her time at VCU, she held internships with KPMG, Keiter CPAs, the SCC and Harris Hardy & Johnston PC. In recognition of her academic achievements, she received the Controllers Executive Roundtable, Walter Lessing and John Sperry scholarships. After graduation, Michelle will join KPMG as a tax associate.

 

 


Distinguished Service Award: Joana Muller

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Joana deserves recognition for the tremendous effort she has put forth as president of Beta Alpha Psi. She has been the driving force behind numerous events connecting VCU students with accounting professionals. Under her leadership, BAP’s visibility and student membership have grown significantly. Joana also served as treasurer for the Model United Nations at VCU, where she was instrumental in raising and managing the organization’s funds. She held a tax internship with BDO’s Richmond office and is currently deciding between competing offers for a full-time accounting role after graduation.

 

 


Ann G. and Barney Roland Freasier, Sr. Tax Award: Marcos Saeed

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Marcos’ high performance in taxation and overall academic excellence make him a deserving recipient of the Freasier Tax Award. While pursuing his accounting degree, Marcos held internships with Keiter CPAs, the Virginia Auditor of Public Accounts, Brown Edwards and Northwestern Mutual. After graduation, he plans to pursue a Master of Accountancy degree. Marcos has been an active member of Beta Alpha Psi, serving as treasurer. His hobbies include basketball, and he has completed coursework on the National Basketball Association’s Collective Bargaining Agreement.