AMBASSADORS AND ADVISORS
In promoting the Adkerson School of Accountancy and achieving the best possible experience for students , one of the richest resources is our students themselves .
This is the reason that a select group is named to the Accounting Ambassadors / Director ’ s Student Advisory Council each year .
These ambassadors assist prospective students with the enrollment process , lead campus tours and assist with student orientation . They take part in various outreach and recruiting activities such as college and career fairs . They also represent the school as hosts for alumni , supporters , teachers and employers who visit campus .
This year ’ s Ambassadors , as shown above , are ( seated , from left ) Katie Horn , Katy King , Allie Pilgrim , Amanda Paris , ( standing , from left ) Lane Tidwell , Anna Curtis , Ali Buechner and Katie Carroll . Not pictured : Morgan Buchanan and Anna Henderson .
“ I enjoy educating prospective students on what accounting is ,” remarks ambassador Amanda Paris , a junior from Vicksburg . “ And I love promoting the Adkerson School of Accountancy !”
Now , a significant new role has been added for the first time : counseling ASAC Director Shawn Mauldin , who meets with the group periodically through the year .
“ When we look at educating future accountants , we consult with alumni and other practitioners about what ’ s needed in the marketplace . We have a faculty that stays abreast of the latest developments and incorporates them in the classroom ,” says Mauldin . “ Why wouldn ’ t we bring student input into the equation as well ?”
This year ’ s Ambassadors are Morgan Buchanan , Ali Buechner , Katie Carroll , Anna Curtis , Anna Henderson , Katie Horn , Katy King , Amanda Paris , Allie Pilgrim and Lane Tidwell .
“ They ’ re a smart , energetic group ,” comments Mauldin . “ I get valuable insight from them into the student experience and the student perspective , and that helps inform the direction of the School .”
The Ambassadors are selected through a written application and interview process . To qualify , they must be full time junior or senior accounting students with GPAs of 3.25 overall and 3.0 in accounting courses . They must have excellent communication skills and enthusiastic personalities , and they must be able to commit time and energy , even on some nights and weekends . Also taken into consideration are campus involvement and desire to convey pride in accounting and Mississippi State .
The young people chosen as Ambassadors have taken on an important mission as representatives of both our School and their fellow students . Their leadership is helping to enhance ASAC , MSU and the accounting profession .
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