ASCPA Awards Scholarships to Five Athens State Students

Five Athens State accounting students have been awarded scholarships from the Alabama Society of Certified Public Accountants (ASCPA) to be used on educational expenses during the 2021-2022 academic year. According to Zack Camerio, the Director of Public Relations & Membership at the ASCPA, our students were awarded more scholarships than any other college or university in Alabama.

The Athens State ASCPA Educational Foundation award winners include:

• Raegan Ballinger – $4,250
• Victoria Johnston  – $4,250
• Elijah Taylor  – $2,000
• Dakoda Tidmore – $2,000
• Kayla Watwood  – $2,000

In addition to the requirements of submitting an application and essay, transcripts, and a faculty recommendation letter, students also had to meet the following criteria to be invited to apply for the scholarships:

• Have declared a major in accounting
• Have a 3.0 overall average GPA on a 4.0 scale
• Have a strong interest in public accounting in Alabama
• Have at least one full year of school left
• Plan to pursue the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation

Congratulations to these students on their accomplishments!