NC State Jenkins MAC Program

A new school year brings new ways for alumni to stay engaged with our . From mentoring current students to attending the celebration — there's a way to plug in.

Check out these 10 ways to stay connected with the MAC Program: https://ow.ly/4AwV50SZCyZ

Ever wondered what a degree can do for your career? Scott Showalter shares his insights on the diverse opportunities a MAC degree opens up—from public accounting to roles in corporate finance, consulting, and beyond.

Read the full interview: https://ow.ly/GySj50SYALI

One more week - submit your nominees for the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award before August 30, 2024.

Here's the criteria:
✅ Graduated from the Jenkins MAC Program before 2013
✅ Supports the MAC Program, Poole College or the University
✅ Demonstrated career success
✅ Shows leadership in the accounting profession
✅ Contributes to the community
✅ Fosters development of accounting professionals
✅ Contributes to innovation

Submit your nomination today:
https://ow.ly/yKmO50SBoMB

🏅 Olympic glory comes with a price—taxes.

As the Olympic Games captivate the world, athletes are achieving their dreams and earning medals—but did you know that these achievements come with tax implications?

Christina Lewellen and Nathan Goldman break down how U.S. tax laws, along with international considerations, affect Olympic athletes’ income.

https://ow.ly/6TLf50SYtAR

The Tax Implications of Olympic Prizes When athletes medal at this year’s Summer Olympics, they’ll attract the eyes of the world—and tax collectors. Poole College experts unpack Olympic tax impacts.

🤩 Speaker Spotlight: Jared Plummer (MAC ‘07), owner, Two Roosters Ice Cream

“To be able to take that base [accounting] knowledge into a business whether it is ice cream or what have you, it provides an incredible foundation to work with.”

Join us at the Lifelong Learning Annual Summit to hear insights from Jared and other experts across accounting and business!

October 4, 2024
Talley Student Union, NC State University

Register now: https://ow.ly/lt0z50SYor4


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Welcome back, ! 🐺🐾

We can't wait to see how you this semester — as the largest cohort of graduate students ever. 🎉🎈

We're thrilled to welcome the next class of students!

Here's a look at our incoming class:
🐺 111 on campus students, 72 online students
🐾 representing 38 majors from 52 universities

Over the last few days these students heard from our faculty and staff and learned how to make the most of their experience.

Calling all alumni, current students, faculty and staff — Share your memories with us. Relive the moments that defined your MAC experience and inspire future students.

https://ow.ly/QNvx50SUV2E

Time's running out to nominate an grad for our 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award. Nominations closer August 30, 2024 so get your submissions in today!

Here's the criteria:
✅ Graduated from the Jenkins MAC Program before 2013
✅ Supports the MAC Program, Poole College or the University
✅ Demonstrated career success
✅ Shows leadership in the accounting profession
✅ Contributes to the community
✅ Fosters development of accounting professionals
✅ Contributes to innovation

Submit your nomination today:
https://ow.ly/yKmO50SBoMB

Meet faculty member Rob Whited.

Surrounded by CPAs in his family, Rob initially stayed away from accounting. During college his parents encouraged him to try accounting and he ultimately decided to pursue a master's in accounting at Wake Forest.

Read on to learn more about Rob and what sparks his passions as a teacher: https://ow.ly/P1rt50SQf62

🏆 Speaker Spotlight: Boo Corrigan, Director of Athletics, NC State University

"At its core, sports, to a large degree, brings people together to celebrate the university. It's such a gathering point." - Boo Corrigan

Join us at the Lifelong Learning Annual Summit to hear Boo Corrigan's insights on:

📊 "Charting the Course: Navigating the Future of College Sports"

Don't miss this opportunity to gain unique perspectives from a leader in college athletics!

October 4, 2024
Talley Student Union, NC State University

Register now:
https://mac.ncsu.edu/mac-for-life/lifelong-learning-programs/annual-summit/


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Calling all Jenkins MAC alumni! We're searching for outstanding individuals who've made their mark on the accounting world.

Here's the criteria:
✅ Graduated from the Jenkins MAC Program before 2013
✅ Supports the MAC Program, Poole College or the University
✅ Demonstrated career success
✅ Shows leadership in the accounting profession
✅ Contributes to the community
✅ Fosters development of accounting professionals
✅ Contributes to innovation

Know an alum who fits the bill?

Nominate them for the 2024 Distinguished MAC Alumni Award:
https://ow.ly/yKmO50SBoMB

Hurry! Nominations close August 30, 2024.

This year we're celebrating 30 years of our MAC Program. Our journey began with the inaugural MAC class in fall 1994.

If there's one thing we know it's that learning doesn't stop with MAC graduation. Which is why we launched Lifelong Learning — to help our grads develop, adapt, and lead in their careers.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/9Ibf50SAiRt

Lifelong Learning Programs Lifelong Learning participants will gain access to content, events and CPE programs.

Meet Lauren Kern, a recent graduate of our Jenkins Master of Accounting (MAC) program. This two-time NC State alumna currently serves as the Assistant Director of Accounting and Finance at USA Baseball.

🏀 Unique Path:
"I knew that combining my passion for sports with my academic abilities in accounting would be my dream job, so that is exactly what I did."

🎓 Why Jenkins MAC?
"I knew that if I wanted to aim high, the first step was to complete my education at the highest level."

💼 Career Impact:
"Working in sports, I’ve realized there is always a lot going on across the different departments. Staying busy in the MAC program and learning how to handle everything in the most efficient way possible has helped me do the same in my career."

👥 Community:
"I made such great relationships with faculty and my classmates. Many of the classmates I had in the program have turned into my best friends, and I will forever be grateful for the NC State MAC program fostering such a relationship building environment."

📢 Calling all alumni and accounting pros!

Join us for the Lifelong Learning Annual Summit on October 4th for a day of learning, networking and Wolfpack spirit.

Earn 7.5 CPE credits, including 1.0 Required Ethics from NCACPA, and update your headshot — all while reconnecting with your NC State community.

Details and Registration👇
https://mac.ncsu.edu/mac-for-life/lifelong-learning-programs/annual-summit/

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Since 2011, the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board - PCAOB has administered a Scholars Program. Through a nomination process, the PCAOB selects students to receive funds to support their educational pursuits.

This year three members of our pack were selected as recipients and each will receive a $15,000 scholarship.

Congrats to Usman Ahmed ('24), Piyush Chawla ('25) and Yigit Erdogan ('25).

Calling all Jenkins MAC alumni! We're searching for outstanding individuals who've made their mark on the accounting world.

Here's the criteria:
✅ Graduated from the Jenkins MAC Program before 2013
✅ Supports the MAC Program, Poole College or the University
✅ Demonstrated career success
✅ Shows leadership in the accounting profession
✅ Contributes to the community
✅ Fosters development of accounting professionals
✅ Contributes to innovation

Know an NC State Jenkins MAC alum who fits the bill?

Nominate them for the 2024 Distinguished MAC Alumni Award:
https://ow.ly/zeHM50SBoMC

Nominations close August 30, 2024.

Remember to Register!

🌟 Status of Sustainability Reporting and Challenges in Standard Setting 🌟

Led by Jeffrey Hales, PhD, board member, ISSB

🕛 Time: 12-1 p.m. ET
💻 Location: Online
🎓 Earn 50 min CPE credit!

Register now! 👉 https://ow.ly/6yRj50Suxn7



This session is part of the Lifelong Learning Virtual CPE Summer Series offered by and NC State Executive Education.

For Michael Cento '17, the switch from education to accounting wasn't planned. He was to return home to Long Island and pursue teaching—but things changed when he and his wife fell in love with Raleigh.

"Accounting was my first major before I decided to pursue education [...] I found the MAC Program at NC State and applied - and the rest is history."

Discover Michael's journey: https://ow.ly/ox4650SrE63

Two Lifelong Learning opportunities to earn CPE and enhance your professional growth!

1️⃣ July 19
Virtual CPE Session: Status of Sustainability Reporting and Challenges in Standard Setting
12-1 p.m. ET, Online
Speaker: Jeffrey Hales, PhD, ISSB Member
50 min of available CPE

2️⃣ October 4
Lifelong Learning Annual Summit
Talley Student Union, NC State
Earn up to 6 CPE credits, including 1.0 required NC Ethics credit presented by NCACPA

📸 Update your professional headshot
🤝 Network with MAC alumni and industry leaders
📣 "The best CPE ... in my opinion!" – NC State Jenkins MAC Alum

View details: https://ow.ly/ktL050SrCAa


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🐺🐾👏🏽 Calling all Jenkins MAC alumni and friends: Come Back to Learn with the Pack!

Reconnect, learn and strengthen your network at the 2024 Lifelong Learning Annual Summit, hosted in collaboration with NC State Executive Education.

📅 Friday, October 4, 2024
📍 Talley Student Union, NC State

What to Expect:

➔Earn up to 6 hours of CPE credits, including 1.0 required NC Ethics credit presented by NCACPA
➔Engage with expert faculty, public accounting, and industry leaders
➔Network with Jenkins MAC alumni and peers
➔Update your professional headshot at our photo station!

Choose the registration type that best suits your needs 👇

➔Business Registration: $700 for up to 5 employees. Best deal, 30% off Individual Registration!
➔Individual Registration: $205

Summit Speakers Include:

Robert Broome, CAE, Director of Advocacy, NCACPA
Frekia Burrell, Intelligence Automation Manager, KPMG US
Hunter Cook, NCACPA
Boo Corrigan, Director of Athletics, NC State University
Jared Plummer (MAC ’07), Owner, Two Roosters Ice Cream
Tanya St. Julien Denson, MA, LCMHC-Supervisor, NCC
Chris Vurnakes, General Manager, One Pack NIL Collective

Join us for an enriching experience and reconnect with the MAC community! 🌟
https://mac.ncsu.edu/mac-for-life/lifelong-learning-programs/annual-summit/

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Three cheers for our chapter of Beta Alpha Psi! For the second year in a row, this chapter been awarded Gold Status — the highest achievement.

Advisor Jay Arrington said it best, "we need to serve all students, not just the graduate students once they're here. We need to create opportunities, show them a path that they can go down and start talking to them earlier."

🌍 Status of Sustainability Reporting and Challenges in Standard Setting 🌍

Join us for the final session of the Lifelong Learning Virtual CPE Summer Series, offered in collaboration with NC State Executive Education.

Friday, July 19, 2024
12-1 p.m. ET, VIRTUAL

Featuring: Jeffrey Hales, ISSB member and executive director of the UT Austin Global Sustainability Leadership Institute

Earn CPE credit while gaining valuable insights about current issues in sustainability reporting and standards from a leading expert.

👉 Register now!
https://mac.ncsu.edu/event/status-of-sustainability-reporting-and-challenges-in-standard-setting-virtual/

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🥳 We’ve got some exciting news to share! Our Online Master of Accounting (MAC) program has been ranked #3 by University HQ for the second year in a row! This back-to-back win is a huge shoutout to our amazing faculty, curriculum and students.

Thank you to everyone who made this possible. We’re excited to keep up the momentum!

See the rankings: https://universityhq.org/degrees/online-masters-accounting-programs/