What are your favorite aspects of studying accountancy and taxation?
So many students navigate loans, rent and credit on their own without being taught about any of it. That can be overwhelming, so I want to help alleviate that through sharing financial literacy. Financial literacy gives us control over our life, and it's something that every college student needs to have.
Financial literacy isn’t just about numbers - it’s about decisions. Whether it’s helping an individual organize a budget, dissect their taxes or plan a project for the future, I want to empower people with tools to feel more in control of their financial affairs. That kind of support makes all the difference.
Are there any professors you look up to?
My favorite professor is Lisa Sedor. She’s amazing. I took two auditing classes with her. I’m not particularly interested in auditing; I prefer studying taxation, but she changed my perspective on auditing. Her energy was very heartfelt and down to earth. I thrived in her class and keep in touch with her.
What are your favorite memories at DePaul?
Some of my favorite memories are making friends through my classes at DePaul. We like to grab coffee after class, go out for lunch and go on walks by the lake. When I don’t have homework, I love being able to just go to Buckingham Fountain or the Art Institute. All these little experiences make college so exciting.
What are your plans after graduation?
I’m currently enrolled in the four plus one program and getting my master’s in taxation, so I plan to work full-time and get my certified public accountant license throughout next year. I’d like to gain experience working as a consultant organizing financial statements for companies.
How are you involved with the DePaul community outside of class?
Community has always been super important to me, so I joined the accountancy club a few years ago. I started as an event planner on the executive board, and now I’ve been the president for the last two years. As president, I plan events, like visiting major corporate offices, for all business majors. They get to meet professionals and grow their network. We also do panels where we bring one person from three different companies or firms in the area to answer questions on career growth.
What advice do you have for incoming students?
You have to build your network. Just go talk to people, hand them your resume and make connections. Take down their names, business cards and connect with them on LinkedIn afterwards with a message. Be involved and show them that you care and once they see that ambition, they’ll be more interested in hiring you. I also recommend networking with professors on LinkedIn. Connecting with them can help a lot in the future.