Student Seminars 2021-2022
The Accounting Department offers a seminar series in the Fall and Winter Quarters for students who are interested in developing a broader understanding of accounting-related business issues. These seminars introduce students to current issues in accounting that may not be included in the regular curriculum. If you would like to suggest a topic or make a presentation, please contact Professor Yongtae Kim. Below is the list of speakers and their presentation topics from the 2021-2022 academic year.
Seminar 1 Topic: Blockchain and Digital Assets
Date: January 18, 2022 at 3:50-5:30 pm
Speaker: Jimmy Bennett, Senior Manager, Deloitte & Touche LLP
Seminar 2 Topic: Seed to IPO – Accounting for Entrepreneurs
Date: January 25, 2022 at 3:50-5:30 pm
Speaker: Danny Wallace, Partner, PwC LLP
Seminar 3 Topic: Accountants in Law Enforcement: Following the Money
Date: February 1, 2022 at 3:50-5:30 pm
Speakers: Eric Richards, Special Agent, IRS Criminal Investigation Division;
Edward Viale, Special Agent, IRS Criminal Investigation Division
Seminar 4 Topic: SPAC Mergers and Acquisitions
Date: February 8, 2022 at 3:50-5:30 pm
Speaker: Ravi Kumar, Partner and U.S. West Region Market Leader, Connor Group
Seminar 5 Topic: CPA Evolution Initiative and Changes to the CPA Exam
Date: February 22, 2022 at 3:50-5:30 pm
Speaker: Jan Taylor, Senior Director, Academic in Residence at AICPA