A hearty welcome to the following new TCPA members
From Laurel High School: Parisette Abbey, Ashley Erwin, Zohaib Kahn, Laraya Meadows and Rosenda Ramirez. Thanks so much for joining Tomorrow's CPA.
TCPA members capture achievement awards
Accounting students at 12 Maryland colleges and universities have received the MACPA's 2005 Outstanding Achievement in Accounting Awards. This year's winners, who received a certificate and a check for $50, are: Aaron Miller, Frostburg State University; Kevin Vyfhuis, Goucher College; Michael James, Loyola College; Heather Thompson, McDaniel College; John Foley, Mount St. Mary's College; Jamil White, Morgan State University; Kendra Witmer, Salisbury University; Sheldon Hall, Towson University; Jennifer Streckfus, University of Baltimore; Candace Weinreich, University of Maryland Baltimore County; Justin W. King, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; and Ebony Harmon, Villa Julie College. Congratulations to all the award recipients and their schools. We appreciate the participation of the college faculty in a program designed to honor and encourage students in their pursuit of the CPA.
Getting a taste of college in high school
Advanced Placement Program challenges the nation's top students, inspiring higher standards.
www.baltimoresun.com/news/education/
bal-te.to.exams04may04,1,4271589.
story?coll=bal-home-headlines
FAQ: Should someone with average math skills even consider an accounting major?
A: Absolutely. While math is an important part of the accounting major and the CPA profession, it is not the only part. Accountants and CPAs are required to be articulate thinkers and communicators as well as leaders. The skills you acquire by studying accounting can help you in any area of business. The best way to determine how right accounting is for you is to take classes on the subject, as well as discuss career options with teachers and professionals in the field. For more information, go to:
www.startheregoplaces.com/kickstart/
skillsinaction/skillsinaction.asp?
sid=194153162
1040K event raises more than $4,000 for Maryland Saves
Runners braved the wind and rain at Rash Field for the annual 1040K Race and 1040EZ Fun Walk, sponsored by the Maryland Association CPAs. More than 200 people took part in the race to benefit Maryland Saves, a new organization dedicated to helping lower income families manage their personal finances. Maryland Saves will receive the net proceeds from the race, which this year totaled more than $4,000. Thank you, runners and the MACPA!
www.macpa.org/race/05/recap.htm
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Do colleges pay attention to freshman and sophomore years of high school?
College applicants often wonder if their first two years of high school are just as important as your last two. The answer is yes — and no.
www.nextstepmagazine.com/NSMPages/
articledetails.aspx?articleid=2112
Study accounting in college
For a list of Maryland colleges and universities with accounting programs and Maryland community colleges with accounting courses, go to:
www.tomorrowscpa.org/highschool/
college.html
Accounting word of the week: F
Forensic accounting: Provides for an accounting analysis that is suitable to a court of law which will form the basis for discussion, debate and ultimately dispute resolution. Forensic accounting encompasses investigative accounting and litigation support. Forensic accountants utilize accounting, auditing and investigative skills when conducting an investigation. Equally critical is the ability to respond immediately and to communicate financial information clearly and concisely in a courtroom setting. For more definitions, go to the Resource Center at: www.startheregoplaces.com/resourcecenter/
glossary.asp
Personal Finance: When will you be a millionaire?
Want to know how long it will take to become a millionaire? Try different savings plans. Plug in the numbers and see what happens. www.themint.org/tryit/
beamillionare.php
Do you have a job for the summer?
Take the TCPA poll at:
www.tomorrowscpa.org/
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