Accounting Times
A Publication of the Department of Accounting
Accounting Times
News and updates from the McCombs Accounting Department
MPA Advisors Offer Guidance, Friendship
MPA Senior Academic Advisors Sheryll Cox and Emily Stroman help students "connect value and purpose" to their class choices. They attest that watching students grow in confidence during the program is one of the best parts of their job.
High-Impact Research
Her time at Texas Accounting sparked Pitt Assistant Professor Shannon Garavaglia, Ph.D. ’20, to focus her research on issues that hit accountants where they work.
Reflections on Faculty Merit
In the midst of completing faculty merit reviews, Department Chair Steven Kachelmeier pauses to express appreciation for the people who keep Texas Accounting No. 1. He highlights recent promotions, welcomes new faculty members, and extends heartfelt kudos for continued excellence in teaching and research.
Dream Jobs
Four MPA students have accepted first jobs that veer from the well-worn path.
‘Order Out of Chaos’
For Austin Community College Vice-Chancellor Angela Hodge, BBA '03, MPA '04, career satisfaction means using her accounting prowess to overcome unique business challenges.
Meet Hristiana Vidinova
The new assistant professor hails from Bulgaria, where she worked as a macroeconomist. She's conducting research on bank stability and also exploring why more women are in managerial positions in Bulgaria than men.
Building Bridges
Ambassadors give prospective and admitted MPA students a taste of Longhorn hospitality.
MPA Alumnus Joins Hall of Fame
Brien Smith, BBA ’79, MPA ’81, earned McCombs' top honor last fall. He explains how his knowledge of accounting gave him an edge in his career and provided the stability he sought for his family.
Department News
A retirement farewell and a collection of top-tier media clips featuring our experts.
Laying a Sound Foundation
Assistant Professor Sara Toynbee shares insights from her time teaching Accounting Concepts, a course for first-year integrated Master in Professional Accounting students.
MPA Bridge Program Now Available to UT Students in All Majors
For undergraduates at UT, the fast track to an advanced degree in accounting has never been more accessible When Patrick…
Celebrating the Class of 2024: Ready to ‘Dive In’
MPA grads are inspired toward courage and resilience Resilience and gratitude were themes of this year’s 76th Master in Professional…
Retirees Reflect, Anticipate
Three faculty members close their academic careers while looking forward to a new chapter Professors Lisa Koonce, Michael Clement, and…
Audit Student, Audit Intern, Audit Director
Relationship-building skills helped alumna Kayla Marsh advance at Forvis Mazars Kayla Marsh, MPA ’12, grew up playing sports and threw…
Department News
BBA Faculty Honor Roll recipients are chosen by the students of the Undergraduate Business Council based on outstanding prior semester…
Corralling Longhorns Into Their Dream Jobs
It was a lucky coin toss that brought Mitch Bramlett, BBA ’92, MPA ’92, to PwC more than 30 years ago. But it’s his passion for mentoring that has since brought dozens of other Texas McCombs accounting alumni to that Big Four firm.
Optimistic Outlook
Department Chair Steven Kachelmeier highlights some of the department's recent achievements and predicts another remarkable year for the nation's top program.