Welcome and Plenary Session
120 is the New 150? Now What?
Accounting 1.8 CH

Moderator: Frances Scott, Ohio University

Panelist:
Veena Brown, Director of Accounting Programs, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Tammy J. Hofstede, President and CEO, Wisconsin Institute of CPA's
Lindsey Yopp,  Senior, Manager-Candidate Engagement, AICPA

Concurrent Sessions

1.01: TLC Ed Talks I
Accounting - 1.8 CH
Moderator: Angela Spencer, Oklahoma State University

From Tutorials to Agility: A Framework for Developing and Assessing Technology Skills
Juliana Kralik, The University of Tampa

Promoting a Growth Mindset in the Classroom
Regina Brown, Dallas College

Impact of Digital, Gamified Accounting Fraud Case on Student Ethics Positioning and Engagement
Kelly Pope, DePaul University
Roni Jackson, Red Flag Mania

The Student Skill Set Scorecard: Measuring Student Competencies Along With Grades
Karen Farmer, Texas A&M University - College Station
Amy Fredin, St. Cloud State University

1.02: TLC Research Papers I
Accounting 1.8 CH
Moderator: Joshua Ciezlewicz, Utah Valley University

Cultivating Future Accountants: The Impact of High School Accounting Curriculum
Mark Dawkins, University of North Florida
Leah Muriel, University of North Florida
Michael Dugan, Augusta University
Joshua Krehbiel, St. Johns County School District

From the Mouths of Babes: Student Takeaways on the Accounting Profession from an Assigned “Accounting Encounterˮ
Kimberly Tribou, College of Charleston
Keith Walker, The University of Toledo
R. Roy Martin, College of Charleston

More Than Debits and Credits: Redesigning Introductory Accounting Courses in Response to the Ongoing Enrollment and Talent Shortage
Yushi Tian, California State University, San Marcos
Benjamin Hubbard, California State University, San Marcos
Weiran Katherine Yan, California State University, San Marcos 

Using Artificial Intelligence in Introductory Financial Accounting Courses
Marie Gioiosa, Iona University

1.03: EAC Research Papers: Financial Accounting
Accounting 1.8 CH
Modertor: Kaschia Wade, University of Kentucky

Information Hostage: Inter-Firm Proprietary Information Sharing and Supply Chain Lock-In
Enshuai Yu, Boston College

Director Networks and Firm Value: The Role of Director Nationality-Heterogenous Ties
Kaschia Wade, University of Kentucky

Regulatory Costs and Vertical Integration: Evidence from Supply Chain Disclosure Regulations
Enshuai Yu, Boston College

1.04: EAC Panels
Personal Develpment 1.8 CH
Moderator: TBD

Building and Maintaining Inclusive Campuses in the Current Political Climate
Joanna Garcia, John Carroll University
Robbie Bishop-Monroe, Loyola University Maryland

Voices of Change: A Reckoning in Accounting
Anton Lewis, Valparaiso University
Chevonne Alston, Governors State University 
Adam Saatkamp, Illinois Central College
Joanne Sopt, Illinois Central College

Reception with Teaching and Research Forum

Enhancing Professional Skills and Disclosure Understanding through an Annual Report Project in Intermediate Accounting
Recep Pekdemir, University of Wisconsin–La Crosse

Innovations in Teaching Intermediate Accounting: Preparing Students for a Changing World
Fang Zhao, California State University, Chico

Towards a Better AI Prompt Framework for Solving Accounting Standards Cases
Michael Wilson, Metropolitan State University

Plenary Session: 
Editor's Panel
Personal Development 1.8 CH

Moderator: Claire Costin, University of Portland

Panelists: Craig Sisneros, Oklahoma State University
Kirsten Cook, Texas Tech University
Natalie T. Churyk, Northern Illinois University

Have a burning question about EAC or TLC research? The Editors’ Panel on Saturday morning features Drs. Craig Sisneros, Kirsten Cook, and Natalie Churyk, who will share their wisdom about best practices and pitfalls to avoid when publishing in these spaces. You will be asked to submit questions in advance, and we will do our best to accommodate as many as possible during the plenary session. Following the panel, our panelists will hold “office hours” during a concurrent session to have 1-on-1 conversations with anyone who wants to continue the conversation or ask a specific question.

Concurrent Sessions

2.01: TLC ED Talks II
Information Technology 1.8 CH
Modertor: Karen Farmer, Texas A&M University - College Station

Artificial Intelligence and a Professorʼs Search for Meaning
Gia Chevis, Baylor University
 

The Case Climb: Mapping the Steps to Mastery
Julie Ward, Oklahoma State University

Increase Integrity: How to Create Algorithmic When Homework Managers Are Prohibited
Douglas Parker, Western Carolina University

Providing Technical Accounting Skills through a Lab in a User Approach Environment
Leigh Moon, Illinois Wesleyan University

2.02: TLC Research Papers II
Accounting 1.5 CH
Moderator: Juliana Kralik, University of Tampa

Best Practices for Teaching Accounting Across Cultures
Joshua Cieslewicz, Utah Valley University
Lindsy J. S. Cieslewicz, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Emmelia G. Cieslewicz, Brigham Young University
Cole McEuen, Axon

Choosing Technology Projects: Theory and Practice
Santhosh Abraham, Union University
Eric Bostwick, University of West Florida

ESG and Sustainability in Accounting Curricula: Insights from Current ESG Course Offerings
Kent Hu, University of Central Arkansas
Meng Guo, Eastern Connecticut State University

Lion County Public School System: A Case Study on Cost Analysis and Budgeting
John Reisch, East Carolina University
Nikki Chappell, East Carolina University

2.03: EAC Research Papers
Accounting 1.8 CH
Moderator: Chevonne Alston, Governors State University

Bridging the Gap: Empowering Gen Z Students to Recognize and Respond to Racial Discriminationand Inequities at Work
Melvin Lamboy-Ruiz, Georgia Southern University
Stephanie Sipe, Georgia Southern University
Angela Carter, Clemson University
Steve Moss, Georgia Southern University

How Fair is the New Deduction for Seniors in Lieu of Tax-Free Social Security Benefits That Was Promised During the Presidential Campaign?
Nathan Oestreich, San Diego State University

Supplier Diversity Reporting During the Manifestation Phase of the 2025 Conservative Promise
Andria Hill, Howard University

2.04: Editors' Panel Followup Session
Personal Development 1.8 CH

Moderator: Claire Costin, University of Portland

Panelists: Craig Sisneros, Oklahoma State University
Kirsten Cook, Texas Tech University
Natalie T. Churyk, Northern Illinois University

Luncheon
AI as a Power Tool in Accounting Education
Speaker: Lisa O’Donnell, KPMG

Concurrent Sessions

3.01: TLC ED Talks III
Accounting 1.8 CH
Moderator: Julie Ward, Oklahoma State University

An Alternative Path to Success in Financial Accounting
Jason Richard, Clark State Community College

From Gen Ed to CPA? Designing Financial Accounting to Invite Major Exploration
Nate Chang, DePaul University

High School Partnerships: Lessons While Developing Dual Credit Coursework
Danny Royer, Ball State University
Ann Reichle, Ball State University
Traci Selig, Westfield High School

Strategically Revising the B.S. in Accounting Degree Program to Attract and Retain Students in the Wake of Current Issues Impacting Student Enrollment
Jennifer DeMoras, Plymouth State University

Taking an Entrepreneurial Approach to Teaching the Foundational Accounting Course
Jennifer DeMoras, Plymouth State University

3.02: Strengthening the Accounting Pipeline: Update on the Work of AAA and the Future
Accountants Sponsoring Organizations (FASO)
Accounting 1.8 CH

Markus Ahrens, American Accounting Association
Melissa Larson, Brigham Young University
Craig Sisneros, Oklahoma State University

3.03: EAC Research Papers: Pipeline
Accounting 1.8 CH


Moderator: Kaschia Wade, University of Kentucky

A Critical Perspective on the Autistic Experience of the Accounting Academic Job Market
Landi Morris, Northern Arizona University

Accounting Doctoral Education at a Crossroads
Mark Dawkins, University of North Florida
Leah Muriel, University of North Florida
Michael Dugan, Augusta University
Jerry Trapnell, Clemson University

Parental Influence on Accounting Major Choice: A Theory of Planned Behavior Approach
Olivia Davis, University of Kentucky
Stephani Mason, DePaul University
Kelly Pope, DePaul University
Dereck Barr-Pulliam, University of Louisville

Risk & Responsibility: Financial Literacy, Occupational Balance & Gambling in College Students
Chevonne Alston, Governors State University

3.04: EAC Research Papers: Audit & Sustainability
Accounting 1.8 CH
Moderator: Andria Hill, Howard University

The Fall of Borgers CPA PC
Kelly Gamble-Mathis, Valdosta State University
Raymond Elson, Valdosta State University

The Re-Framing of Corporate Sustainability Via Hybridization
Nadra Pencle, Ball State University

Do ESG Controversies Influence Tax Behavior? A Comparison of Community and Non-Community Banks
Andrea Faulkner, University of Texas at San Antonio

Lay Evaluators’ Assessments of Auditor Performance: Do Ethnic Majority and Ethnic Minority Auditors Get an Equal Benefit of the Doubt?
Isaac Yamoah, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Closing Plenary: Simmone Kilgore, The Aurora Healing Center 
Personal Development 1.2 CH

While we as faculty face a changing landscape of technical and technological competencies, we have also recognized that our students are facing significant challenges in the classroom and in their daily lives. Join us to learn more about creating an educational experience for our students that recognizes these challenges and incorporates strategies for mental wellness.