Tackling a major decision: Accounting students share their stories

Wondering if an accounting degree is right for you? Hear from The Ohio Society’s Student Ambassadors about how they made that major decision.

Who are Student Ambassadors? Simply put, they’re a team of accounting students at universities across the state who tell other students on campus what it’s really like to major in accounting. They also let students in on the countless opportunities available in the accounting profession.

Think it’s all about math and number crunching? Think again!

Melissa Collins - Cleveland State University
"An accounting degree offers so many possibilities. Not only can you go into public accounting, but you also have the options of managerial accounting, governmental accounting, financial planning and more."

Jerry Rouse - Miami University
"Accounting is a challenging and rewarding major that fits my personality. Having a background in accounting will greatly increase my chances of being recruited by reputable organizations."

Jaime Kudary - Youngstown State University
"I have a passion for numbers so I thought I would have fun with accounting. Since choosing the major, I also found out that the job market is huge and accounting majors are in great demand."

Brad Berelsman - University of Toledo
"An accounting degree allows you to venture into any area of business. I want to become a CPA because it shows my commitment to excellence in the profession. I want to become a leader in the accounting field and the CPA certification will help me achieve that."

Jessica Vater - University of Cincinnati
"There are countless opportunities within the profession that allow you to follow your own interests. I enjoy working with numbers and having interaction with people – the accounting industry will let me do both."

Want to learn more? The Society’s Student Ambassadors are ready to share their experiences and tell you more about the challenges and rewards that come with pursuing an accounting degree. To get in touch with a Student Ambassador, contact Karen West at 800.686.2727 x344 or kwest@ohio-cpa.com.

Student Ambassadors are on the following college campuses:

• Bowling Green State University
• Case Western Reserve University
• Cleveland State University
• Kent State University
• Miami University
• The Ohio State University
• Ohio University
• The University of Cincinnati
• The University of Toledo
• Wright State University
• Xavier University
• Youngstown State University

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