How to Interest Students in Principles Courses in the Accounting Profession

May 15, 2025

Indianapolis, IN

Program

Thursday, May 15, 2025

12:30 pm – 12:40 pm

Welcome & Introductions
Karen Osterheld, American Accounting Association
Rebecca Shortridge, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

12:40 pm– 1:30 pm

Engagement and Empathy
Markus Ahrens, St. Louis Community College
Karen Osterheld, American Accounting Association
Alyssa Vowell, Oklahoma State University
Lynn Wolf, Bentley University

1:30 pm – 2:20 pm

Technology (includes AI and accessibility)
Markus Ahrens, St. Louis Community College
Cathy Scott, University of North Texas–Dallas
Wendy Tietz, Kent State University

2:20 pm – 2:35 pm

Coffee Break (15 min)

2:35 pm – 3:25 pm

Strategies for Active Learning and Online Classes
Cathy Scott, University of North Texas-Dallas
Wendy Tietz, Kent State University

3:25 pm– 4:15 pm

Accounting Careers Panel
Moderator: Karen Osterheld, American Accounting Association
Markus Ahrens, St. Louis Community College
Rebecca Shortridge, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Alyssa Vowell, Oklahoma State University
Lynn Wolf, Bentley University

4:15 pm – 4:30 pm

Wrap - Up