Three academic departments received CTLT’s Path to Excellence award for dedication to improving student learning in 2018
Faculty honored for their commitment to professional development
Unit: Accounting
Den Patten named Distinguished Professor
Professor of Accounting Dennis Patten has been named Distinguished Professor by the Office of the Provost. He will be honored at Illinois State University’s annual Founders Day Convocation on February 21.
Noel appointed associate dean for academic programs and curriculum
Terry Noel said he enjoys equipping students with the tools to make “choices that are very impactful” on the rest of their lives, and is excited to be presented with the opportunity to have a hand in developing the bigger picture of what Illinois State can do for students.
Longfellow retires after three decades of service
While standing on the cusp of retirement at the close of the fall 2018 semester, College of Business (COB) Associate Dean for Academic Programs and Curriculum Timothy Longfellow expressed appreciation for those who helped to make the last three decades a meaningful and fulfilling experience.
Illinois State senior looks to take local book club to a national audience
Illinois State senior Michaela Spreier is bringing an initiative from her campus organization to a national audience.
Illinois State boasts high pass rates for CPA exam
According to Illinois State University Accounting Department Chair Deborah Seifert, passing the Certified Public Accounting (CPA) exam is not an easy task.
Seifert receives Women Who Count Academic Professional Award
Empowerment, integrity, leadership, and passion are the core values promoted by Accounting & Financial Women’s Alliance (AFWA), and this national organization recently recognized Illinois State University’s Accounting Department Chair Deborah Seifert as an educator who demonstrates these ideals.
Employers seek common professional skills in candidates
According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, there are specific skills employers seek, in addition to academic knowledge or experiences. Identify these transferable skills and learn how to develop them as a Redbird.
Accounting Career Fair leads Redbird accounting talent to careers
Students are unpacked, classes have started, and another semester has begun at Illinois State University. For students studying accounting, the season also marks the beginning of their careers!
Student organization helps women succeed in the highest levels of accounting
At its annual luncheon, the Illinois State chapter of the Accounting & Finance Women’s Alliance became one of only three collegiate chapters to be officially chartered with the professional organization.
