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Date set for 2011 High School Educators Accounting Symposium
Mark your calendars for Friday, Nov. 11. The WICPA will celebrate its 10th year of Symposiums at the Radisson Hotel in Madison. Brochures and registration forms will be available in September.
Big 4 are looking to hire
Although the unemployment rate is high right now, the outlook is great for accountants. Read why the Big 4 accounting firms are looking to hire thousands of employees this year.
Register for accounting career webcast
The WICPA has partnered with Students & Leaders Network to provide CPAs to speak (via distance learning) about the many opportunities the accounting career offers. You and your class can watch WICPA member, Jeff Brandenburg, speak about the opportunities in the accounting career. Sign up today for the Tuesday, May 3 event.
Transitioning from high school to college
Read about the transition from high school to college in an article written by University of Wisconsin-Whitewater accounting student, Tracy Werner.
2011 Career Awareness Grants
The WICPA Educational Foundation, Inc. awarded Career Awareness Grants to 24 teachers who attended the fall High School Educators Symposium. A total of $35,978 was given for local projects that promote accounting as a career and involve interaction with Wisconsin CPAs.
April is Financial Literacy Month
President Barack Obama has declared April 2010 as National Financial Literacy Month. His proclamation states that our Nation's prosperity will ultimately depend on our willingness as individuals to empower ourselves and our families with financial knowledge.
Spring issue of News for the CPA2B is now online
Take a look at the accounting newsletter, News for the CPA2B, that goes to WICPA college student members. You will find articles on the CPA Exam, resume writing interview tips and important communication skills.
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