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Student Ambassadors

A great way to learn more about the experience you’ll have as UNC Master of Accounting student is to talk with actual students in the program. We’ve profiled a small group of student ambassadors from both the online and on-campus formats who would be happy to share their experiences and answer your questions about the day-to-day goings-on in the program. These students were in your shoes not long ago — researching graduate school options and contemplating their career development —  so they will be excellent resources for you.

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Online students

Katie Satterly

Katie Satterly

Psychology

Katie Satterly

Katie Satterly

Undergraduate Major: Psychology
Undergraduate School: Wake Forest University
Hometown: Charlotte, NC
Accounting Concentrations: No concentration

What are some of your hobbies?
Reading, wine tasting, and traveling

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
I chose UNC MAC for the convenience of the online format, the ability to complete the program part-time, and the reputation of UNC.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
While you wouldn’t necessarily think I would use accounting skills during my job as a preschool teacher, I surprisingly have! When the director of the preschool resigned, I was asked to step in to help with tuition billing and several other financial/bookkeeping tasks until they hired her replacement.

Luis Lucas-Tzun

Luis Lucas-Tzun

Exercise and Sports Science

Luis Lucas-Tzun

Luis Lucas-Tzun

Undergraduate Major: Exercise and Sports Science
Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Hometown: Siler City, NC
Accounting Concentrations: Audit

What are some of your hobbies?
Swing dancing, salsa dancing, Olympic-style weightlifting, reading, and hiking

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
During my search I was interested in finding both a flexible and rigorous program that had the flexibility for a working professional, with a proven record of matching graduates with full-time employment. The UNC MAC program checked all of those boxes.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
Two of the most practical classes I’ve had were my professional communication and spreadsheets class. In my professional communication class I learned practical techniques to communicate in a business environment that I was able to apply to my own workplace immediately. The advanced spreadsheets modeling class gave me a solid framework in which to build upon for my future coursework. I was also able to apply the knowledge I gained immediately to streamline some of my own work processes as well as for personal use.

Morgan Pitock

Morgan Pitock

Philosophy and Psychology

Morgan Pitock

Morgan Pitock

Undergraduate Major: Philosophy and Psychology
Undergraduate School: Rutgers University
Hometown: Sicklerville, NJ
Accounting Concentration: Audit and Financial Analysis and Reporting

Hobbies
Running, spending time with my pet bunnies, movies, and reading

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?
My background was not in accounting (or any business field whatsoever). Kenan Flagler’s MAC program will prepare you regardless of your background for this field. It is also a top school and highly regarded, even for those from a business/accounting background.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
I loved learning about the reporting rules and regulations in general. Journalizing transactions and learning when they should be recognized are my favorite topics we have learned about. The advanced spreadsheet class was also super helpful for accounting but also for everyday use. I learned so many tricks and shortcuts to use in excel.

Jade Jotcham

Jade Jotcham

Communication Studies

Jade Jotcham

Jade Jotcham

Undergraduate Major: Communication Studies
Undergraduate School: UNC Charlotte
Hometown: Winston-Salem, NC
Accounting Concentration: Audit

Hobbies
Art, travel, health and fitness

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?
I chose the MAC program because of the emphasis on teamwork as well as its openness to those with non-accounting backgrounds.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
At orientation I was able to learn more about myself which allowed me to become a better student, co-worker, and friend to those around me.

Alex Steffler

International Affairs

Alex Steffler

Undergraduate Major: International Affairs
Undergraduate School: George Washington University
Hometown: Houston, TX
Accounting Concentrations: Audit

What are some of your hobbies?
Running, photography, urbanism/cities/public transit

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
It’s a well-regarded program, and I liked that it was designed in part for people switching careers – other MAC programs assumed you had prior accounting credits or experience.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
I’m new to accounting. I pay a lot more attention now to economic/business news and I think I have a better grasp of financial statements! I was also already very proficient in Excel but I’ve learned a lot of new stuff in my spreadsheets class this term.

Devan Kruger

Accounting

Devan Kruger

Undergraduate Major: Accounting
Undergraduate School: University of Pretoria
Hometown: Charlotte, NC
Accounting Concentrations: Financial Analysis and Reporting

What are some of your hobbies?
Running and golf

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
The online format.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
Professional communication – how to improve professional communication skills, especially writing skills.

Thomas Eidson

Business Administration

Thomas Eidson

Undergraduate Major: Business Administration
Undergraduate School: High Point University
Hometown: Elkin, NC
Accounting Concentration: Financial Analysis and Reporting & Tax

Hobbies
Golf, fly fishing, spending time with family

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?
The reputation of Kenan-Flagler Business School and family history with the University.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
I’m still new to the program but I have already begun having more detailed conversations with our CFO about how we account for various aspects of our business.

Jacalyn Poole

Management and Society

Jacalyn Poole

Undergraduate Major: Management and Society
Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Hometown: Rutherfordton, NC
Accounting Concentration: Undeclared

Hobbies
Yoga, hiking, going to concerts

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?
I knew that a UNC program would be able to deliver quality online instruction because I experienced it during COVID-19 in undergrad!

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
The Excel Class taught me the ins and outs of conditional formatting, and I was able to apply this to a project for work and it really impressed my boss.

Maggie Mockbee

Music Therapy

Maggie Mockbee

Undergraduate Major: Music Therapy
Undergraduate School: Augsburg College
Hometown: Plymouth, MN
Accounting Concentration: Tax

Hobbies
Origami, painting, games, animals, TV and movies, music

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?
UNC’s reputation was outstanding. I had moved to North Carolina and could get in-state tuition.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
Excel skills from Travis translate to all parts of life. Federal Income tax directly applies to my contract work and my personal life.

Matt Rexroad

Political Science

Matt Rexroad

Undergraduate Major: Political Science
Undergraduate School: University of Southern California
Hometown: Woodland, CA
Accounting Concentration: Financial Analysis and Reporting

Hobbies
College football, scuba diving, family

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?
I chose UNC for its reputation

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
So far the excel and statistics has been the most helpful.

Tara Lewis

Finance

Tara Lewis

Undergraduate Major: Finance
Undergraduate School: James Madison University
Hometown: Broofield, CO
Accounting Concentration: Tax

Hobbies
Running, playing with my kids, basketball

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?
The online format and flexibility, network and both the school and program prestige.

Trent McCauley

Economics/Business

Trent McCauley

Undergraduate Major: Economics/Business
Undergraduate School: University of Oregon
Hometown: San Jose, CA
Accounting Concentration: Financial Analysis and Reporting & Tax

Hobbies
Running, drums, guitar, NFL

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?
Flexibility to accommodate work schedule, quality of program.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
Adjusting journal entries.

Meghan Norris

PharmD

Meghan Norris

Undergraduate Major: Pre-Pharmacy
Undergraduate School: University of South Carolina
Hometown: Sparta, NC
Accounting Concentration: Financial Analysis and Reporting

Hobbies
Keeping up with my children’s hobbies! Gymnastics and swimming are my hobbies and gardening in the summer.

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?
The online program drew me in with the flexible schedule for full time employment. After learning that the online students have the same accessibility to professors as on campus, I felt like this was the program for me with online flexibility, but an on campus feel.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
Each week I’m able to apply things I have learned in class. Working in a financial setting with no formal financial background has limited me, but now each week I feel more ease with daily financial reporting tasks and am even able to help analyze financial statements on a limited level after just one financial reporting class.

Campus Students

Alexandra Johnson

Political Science

Alexandra Johnson

Undergraduate Major: Political Science
Undergraduate School: Virginia Tech
Hometown: Woodbridge, VA
Accounting Concentrations: Undecided

What are some of your hobbies?
My hobbies include baking, working on puzzles, working out, and attending cycling classes.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
I chose the UNC MAC program because I have always wanted to attend UNC ever since my older cousin went here for undergrad, it being a 12-month program, and not needing to have an accounting background to be in the program.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
I’ve enjoyed starting to learn the fundamentals of accounting, the conceptual framework behind accounting principles, and how these essential concepts will apply to our profession as accountants/how we’ll actually be using these concepts in the workplace.

Becca Connolly

Political Science; Peace, War and Defense

Becca Connolly

Undergraduate Major: Political Science; Peace, War and Defense
Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Hometown: Winston-Salem, NC
Accounting Concentrations: Tax

What are some of your hobbies?
I enjoy playing golf and going hiking.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
I chose the UNC MAC program because of its welcoming environment, its Structured Recruiting process, and because there are no prerequisites for the program.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
One of the most interesting things I have learned in the program thus far is how to operate Excel. I know this will serve me well as I work in the accounting field.

Blake Reynolds

Exercise and Sports Science – Sports Administration

Blake Reynolds

Undergraduate Major: Exercise and Sports Science – Sports Administration
Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Hometown: Lexington, NC
Accounting Concentrations: Audit

What are some of your hobbies?
Going to sporting events, hanging out with friends, concerts.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
To put it simply, it felt like home. The people including staff and students made me feel like this is exactly where I belong. In addition to that the program is outstanding and highly ranked which also enhanced my decision to choose the MAC program at UNC.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
I am currently interning at PwC and have learned so much already. I am eager to see how it will all come together when I start classes in August and understand why I was doing what I was doing.

Carter Terrell

Economic

Carter Terrell

Undergraduate Major: Economics
Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Hometown: Chapel Hill, NC
Accounting Concentrations: Audit

What are some of your hobbies?
Hiking and entrepreneurship.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
I chose UNC due to my experiences in the Business school acquiring my Undergraduate degree, as well as the competitiveness of the MAC program’s degree compared to other school and how much each member of the staff really seemed to care and want the best for me during the application process.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
I really enjoyed the DISC assessment during Orientation in which we took a deep dive into our behaviors and studied how each of the four types thrive and interact with one another. Because I graduated with a Minor in Conflict Management, I found this portion of orientation to be especially interesting and useful for working in groups with differing personalities.

Jackson Clay

Economics

Jackson Clay

Undergraduate Major: Economics
Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Hometown: Dallas, TX
Accounting Concentrations: FAR

What are some of your hobbies?
Spending time with friends, being outside, sports, travel.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
The technical skills that I would acquire in a short time span as well as the Kenan-Flagler network.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
This summer, I am working at KPMG as an audit intern. I’ve been able to use some of the things I learned in BUSI 408 (NPV, stock valuation, etc) during my internship and it has been a cool connection from the classroom to the real world!

Jamie Wilson

Politics and International Affairs

Jamie Wilson

Undergraduate Major: Politics and International Affairs
Undergraduate School: Wake Forest University
Hometown: Bear Creek, NC
Accounting Concentrations: Audit

What are some of your hobbies?
I enjoy cooking, hiking, music, and taking my dog all over North Carolina to hike.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
I chose the UNC MAC program because of its structured recruiting set-up and streamlined class schedule. I also heard amazing things about the faculty and staff in the program, the location is great, and the fact that the program is only one year is a huge bonus!

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
While it is early days, I have learned so many things in the classroom. Prior to coming into this program, I had absolutely no experience with accounting, or even matters of business during my high school and undergraduate education. Topics such as the discount factor in introductory finance or working on adjusting journal entries in ASE are the things I have found most interesting. The information is taught in such a way where you are not only able to find a solution, but you have the ability to interpret that solution. These are just two examples of topics I have found interesting.

Jennifer Vargas

Economics

Jennifer Vargas

Undergraduate Major: Economics
Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Hometown: Lincolnton, NC
Accounting Concentrations: Tax

What are some of your hobbies?
Crocheting, crafting, playing with my dog and relaxing.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
The people in the program and the length.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
To learn how to get comfortable being uncomfortable. In life, both personal and professional when you learn to put yourself out there, you will be able to make the most of any experience.

Kaitlin Coleman

Economics

Kaitlin Coleman

Undergraduate Major: Economics
Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Hometown: Charlotte, NC
Accounting Concentrations: Audit

What are some of your hobbies?
Running, going on walks with my friends.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
After working a summer internship at a Fortune 500 company, I promptly learned that accounting and finance are the fabric that connect together all functions and departments of a company, especially one that is publicly-traded with strict accounting reporting requirements. Recognizing the importance of in-depth knowledge of financial and accounting principles, I knew UNC’s top ranked Master of Accounting program would provide me with a solid foundation not only in accounting and finance, but also in all aspects of business and management. The MAC curriculum enhances my analytical, communication, and leadership skills that are necessary to succeed in today’s business environment. UNC MAC provides me with extensive preparation for the CPA exam and the opportunity to take electives in business law, contracts, and negotiation, should I decide to pursue a career in corporate law down the road. UNC MAC also gives me a strong support system that helps me foster strong relationships with fellow students, professors, business leaders, and alumni, while also having a terrific Career Services to guide me through structured recruiting.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
As my second week as a UNC MAC student is coming to an end, I have already learned many time-saving Microsoft Excel tools to quickly run data analysis tools and use keyboard shortcuts to eliminate the use of the computer mouse. I have also learned some of the basic accounting principles and conceptual frameworks, along with the standards settings of US GAAP and Global Standards. In addition, I am learning in-depth knowledge about the accounting cycle and the importance of making sure you do all the necessary steps and follow all specific rules to make sure each part is accurate. Through my introductory finance class, I am learning the ins and outs of discounted cash flows and how to compute them using different formulas in Excel. My MAC 776 class, leadership: ethics, professionalism, and team building in today’s diverse environment, I am developing lifetime skills on how to network in the workplace and in daily life, while also the importance of keeping an open-mind when team members bring different ideas to the table that can ultimately guide the group to the right solution.

Li Xu

Psychology

Li Xu

Undergraduate Major: Psychology
Undergraduate School: Nanjing University of Information Science & Technology
Hometown: Wuyi, Zhejiang, China
Accounting Concentrations: Tax

What are some of your hobbies?
Traveling, reading with the kids.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC? The program’s reputation.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
Spreadsheet modeling is really practical!

Luke Joseph

Philosophy

Luke Joseph

Undergraduate Major: Philosophy
Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Hometown: Greensboro, NC
Accounting Concentrations: FAR

What are some of your hobbies?
Playing/Watching Sports, Playing Music, Fishing.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
The prestige and success of the program led me to choose the UNC MAC.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
I have been able apply learned knowledge form one class to others. For example, I have been able to apply Excel functions learned in 707 to 716 and 718.

 

Madeline Valle

Mathematics

Madeline Valle

Undergraduate Major: Mathematics
Undergraduate School: Baylor University
Hometown: Mendham, NJ
Accounting Concentrations: Audit

What are some of your hobbies?
Baking, reading, listening to music, and college football.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
It’s a top ranked program providing connections to top employers, additionally UNC MAC provides not only the accounting skills but also the leadership skills necessary to be successful in today’s corporate world.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
Classes use real world examples and current events which makes learning the material interesting. You start by learning the basics and then take it a step forward by applying it to different situations.

Richard Yu

Statistics and Psychology

Richard Yu

Undergraduate Major: Statistics and Psychology
Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Hometown: Guangzhou, China
Accounting Concentrations: Undecided

What are some of your hobbies?
Playing Soccer and Guitar.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
UNC MAC program is inclusive. It welcomes students from diverse backgrounds with no need for prior accounting experience. With the structured recruiting process and strong alumni network, finding a job is no more something to be afraid of. I am also a undergrad here and I really enjoy my four years here so I wondered why not stay for one more year?

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
I found the advanced spreadsheet course on Excel super interesting. I thought I was very proficient in Excel before taking the class. But I learned a whole lot more in the first lecture.

Ryu Okutani

Psychology

Ryu Okutani

Undergraduate Major: Psychology
Undergraduate School: NC State University
Hometown: Wilmington, NC
Accounting Concentrations: Audit

What are some of your hobbies?
Weight lifting, bouldering, video & board games.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
I wanted to use the experience I gained while in the US Navy for something different while also gaining new skills and experiences that would me grow professionally and personally. UNC’s MAC program is well-respected within the accounting profession.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
It’s all new to me – at times I feel overwhelmed with the pace and volume of the academics (although to be honest, it’s the beginning of the first full week). I am just enjoying learning about the something completely new to me.

Sierra Foster

Neuroscience and Chemistry

Sierra Foster

Undergraduate Major: Neuroscience and Chemistry
Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Hometown: Mocksville, NC
Accounting Concentrations: FAR

What are some of your hobbies?
Tennis, Pickleball, Caring for my Cats, UNC Sporting Events.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
The ability to enter without being a business or accounting major, the location, and the resources at Kenan-Flagler.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
The mobility and versatility of the accounting profession.

Terri Boone

Political Science; African-American and Diaspora Studies

Terri Boone

Undergraduate Major: Political Science; African-American and Diaspora Studies
Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Hometown: Clinton, NC
Accounting Concentrations: Tax

What are some of your hobbies?
Sports (watching and attempting to play), listening to music (especially country), and going to the Beach.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
The fact that I will be set up in a career where financial stability is almost certain.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
There are multiple ways to get to the solution and you must hold yourself and your peers accountable in order to be successful.

Abigale Hawkins

Business Administration and Music

Abigale Hawkins

Undergraduate Major: Business Administration and Music
Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Hometown: Wilmington, NC
Accounting Concentrations: FAR

What are some of your hobbies?
Yoga, running, singing, reading.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
I learned so much from the undergraduate business program at UNC that I wanted to continue my education here. I also loved hearing about close knit the students get in this program. Additionally, I was interested in the structured recruiting process to help all of us land jobs.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job. 

I loved learning about excel so far! I know that class will be incredibly useful for my career. Additionally, I loved OLI and our team building day and learning about our different leadership styles.

Catherine Chen

Business

Catherine Chen

Undergraduate Major: Business
Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Hometown: Shanghai, China
Accounting Concentrations: Audit

What are some of your hobbies?
Scuba diving and anything about coffee.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
I chose UNC MAC because I love the place and the people. As an undergraduate from UNC, I had a great time here. I also found my passion for accounting and was able to participate in various activities such as MAC Mentorship program and MAC 777. Throughout my time, I met so many individuals who helped me and inspire me so I know that I can bring my whole self to the program.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
Travis Day’s excel class saved me.

Ash Hiser

Languages, Literatures and Cultures

Ash Hiser

Undergraduate Major: Languages, Literatures and Cultures
Undergraduate School: Wittenberg University, UNCG
Hometown: Cary, NC
Accounting Concentrations: FAR

What are some of your hobbies?
I like watching YouTube videos and TV shows (and sometimes movies); I read a lot of news articles/editorials; I like hanging out with my family & my cat.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
I found that I enjoyed my current job and wanted to get relevant educational experience to go further. I looked at my options in terms of a few different programs/schools, and the UNC MAC program was the best option for someone without any prerequisite courses, plus considering that I already live nearby I could easily do the on-campus program.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
Learning how to actually use Excel effectively feels like it’s already been super useful because there are lots of cool things you can do with Excel that I’m starting to actually understand how to do now! Also, starting to learn and internalize the conceptual thinking behind how things work in accounting has been (and will continue to be) incredibly useful and important, because previously I only had a surface level understanding of these things.

Drew Davis

Economics and Hispanic Linguistics

Drew Davis

Undergraduate Major: Economics and Hispanic Linguistics
Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Hometown: Murfreesboro, NC
Accounting Concentrations: Audit

What are some of your hobbies?
Tennis, basketball, chess, sudoku, reading.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
In my time at UNC, I spent the first two years as a pre-med student. Prior to college, accounting had always been what I had my heart set on, but I decided to try the pre-med track in college. After those two years, I realized that I could not continue on with this career path, and I had to return to what truly made me excited. I quickly learned that the UNC MAC Program did not require a major in business to be admitted. From there, I joined the MAC Mentorship Program and set my path towards an accounting career. Through the MAC Mentorship Program and the flexibility of the MAC Program, I was able to make the switch I needed. Now, I am a student in the program, and truly grateful for the opportunity it has provided me.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
I enjoy just the raw, basic part of accounting. I have always been fascinated by using systems to maintain organization and convey information.

Jeremy Soper

Economics

Jeremy Soper

Undergraduate Major: Economics
Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Hometown: Winston-Salem, NC
Accounting Concentrations: Audit

What are some of your hobbies?
Soccer, being social, pretty much every pickup sport.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?
I enjoyed my accounting courses in undergrad and found myself having the best experiences in those classes, so MAC was a logical next step.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.
Working an internship let me apply some of the principles from my classes, such as collaboration and timeliness in work.

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