Minority students explore careers, compete for scholarships at summer program; applications accepted through April 3
(COLUMBUS, January 19, 2010) – Minority high school students from Ohio may apply through April 3 to participate in the nationally recognized Accounting Careers Awareness Program (ACAP-Ohio) June 20 – 25 in Columbus.
Held at The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business, this week-long, campus residency program encourages students to pursue a college education by introducing them to a variety of career options. The week’s agenda includes interactive workshops, tours of local businesses, and one-on-one mentoring sessions with leading minority business professionals. Students chosen for the program also can compete for college scholarships.
ACAP-Ohio, now in its 15th year, is presented by The Ohio Society of CPAs and the Ohio chapters of the National Association of Black Accountants with funding from The Ohio CPA Foundation. The innovative program gives students a chance to explore the accounting profession and learn firsthand what opportunities await them if they choose to become a CPA and enter the business world after college.
ACAP-Ohio is a fully supervised, all-expense-paid program made possible through the support of corporate sponsorships and grants. Students interested in applying must submit an application, a 200-word essay, one letter of reference, and official high school transcripts.
Applications can be completed online at www.FutureCPA.com and must be postmarked by April 3.
For more information about ACAP-Ohio, contact Emily Bice at ebice@ohio-cpa.com or 800.686.2727, ext. 952.
The Ohio Society of CPAs, established in 1908, represents more than 24,000 CPAs in business, education, government and public accounting. The Ohio Society’s members not only meet statutory and regulatory requirements as CPAs, but also embrace the highest standards of professional and ethical performance. This is achieved through ongoing professional education, comprehensive quality review and compliance with a strict Code of Professional Conduct.
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