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EFWA Announces 2025 Scholarship Recipients

June 25, 2025

The Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting (EFWA) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 scholarships. These outstanding students represent the future of the accounting profession and reflect EFWA’s ongoing commitment to supporting the academic and professional aspirations of women in the field.

Access Expanded for Program That Reduces Barriers to Completion of CPA Education Requirement

February 11, 2025 by INSIDE Public Accounting (Nov 18, 2024)

New York and Nashville, Tenn.-based associations the AICPA and NASBA have designed a pilot program to ease attainment of the final 30 hours of the education requirement for CPA licensure. The program now allows accounting graduates unaffiliated with a participating accounting firm or employer to sign up, as long as they are employed full time.

Report: Undergraduate Enrollment in Accounting on the Rise

February 11, 2025 by Bryan Strickland, Journal of Accountancy (Feb 5, 2

Undergraduate enrollment in college accounting programs increased during the fall semester to its highest level in four years, a 12% increase from the previous fall based on National Student Clearinghouse Research Center data.

The longtime not-for-profit partner to the nation's colleges and universities reported an undergraduate enrollment in accounting of 267,278 students last semester, an increase of nearly 29,000 students from the previous fall. The figure was the highest observed by the research center since the fall of 2020.

Rewiring Your Financial Thinking: Transforming Your Mindset for Success

December 13, 2024 by Travis Bishop

Are you prepared to redefine your approach to finances and achieve lasting success? Shifting your financial mindset is a crucial step in making informed decisions that pave the way for a prosperous future. By delving into the psychological aspects that shape your financial behaviors, you can cultivate a more strategic and resilient approach to managing your money. This transformation not only enhances your financial stability but also empowers you to seize opportunities with confidence and clarity.

How Students Use - And Don't Use - ChatGPT

November 20, 2024 by Journal of Accountancy, October 29, 2024

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) promises numerous benefits for accountants, but concerns exist about its possible negative impact on learning in the classroom. Accounting educators are grappling with the perceived threat that generative AI tools will erode learning and jeopardize the quality of future accounting professionals.

The Evolving Role of Accountants in Safeguarding Data Security and Privacy

November 08, 2024

Discover the opportunities that await you with The Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting, where you can benefit from exclusive networking, mentorship and resources designed to elevate your career in accounting.

In a world where data breaches and privacy concerns make daily headlines, the role of accountants has expanded beyond balancing books and preparing financial statements. Today, accountants find themselves at the intersection of finance and data security, tasked with safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring compliance with complex privacy regulations.

How Academia is Tackling the Accounting Talent Shortage

September 19, 2024 by Andrew Kenney, Journal of Accountancy, Sept 1 2024

University and college accounting programs are changing their teaching approaches. Fundamentals courses are becoming showcases for the profession’s opportunities. And in some places the focus is shifting from weeding out students to giving them a second chance to deepen comprehension and pass tests without lowering quality and rigor.

The Art of Tech Talk: Making IT Understable for Non-Tech Minds

September 10, 2024

To simplify complex IT concepts, employ analogies rooted in daily life that stakeholders are already familiar with. For instance, cloud storage can be compared to a virtual filing cabinet for a straightforward understanding of remote servers. Or explain data encryption as a lock and key system, where data is secured and only accessible with the correct key. Such analogies make the abstract concepts of IT tangible and relatable, effectively bridging the knowledge gap.

EFWA Announces 2024 Scholarship Recipients

June 21, 2024

Cincinnati, Ohio and Montvale, New Jersey — The Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting (EFWA) provides scholarships and mentoring, supporting equitable access to education and the advancement of women who are pursuing careers in accounting.

EFWA annually awards scholarships to women who are pursuing accounting degrees. Whether pursuing an associate’s degree, a bachelor’s degree or an advanced degree the Foundation is able to provide financial support while empowering and encouraging women to pursue a career in accounting.

Cracking the Code: Strategies for Women to Bridge the Pay Divide

May 06, 2024 by Joyce Wilson

Pay inequality remains a persistent issue in the workplace, particularly affecting women across various industries. While this challenge can seem overwhelming, you have the power to address and overcome it. By taking strategic and informed actions, you can effectively confront this inequality. In this article, The Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting explores practical steps you can take to advocate for fair compensation.

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