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CPP Alumni Feature: Sophia Vrieling

CPP Alumni Feature: Sophia Vrieling

The College of Professional Programs is proud to recognize EWU School of Business Alumna, Sophia Vrieling. Sophia received a Bachelor’s degree in Business Systems and Analytics from Eastern Washington University in June of 2022.  She was also the recipient of the Frances B. Huston Award, which honors graduating seniors who display outstanding academic achievement, intentional

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Accounting Students Receive up to $10,000 Each in Scholarships from WSCPA

April 4, 2023

Accounting Students Receive up to $10,000 Each in Scholarships from WSCPA

Seven Professional Accounting students (undergraduate and graduate) were awarded scholarships by the Washington Society of Certified Public Accountants (WSCPA) ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 for the upcoming ’23-’24 academic year.  Congratulation go to: Brandon Blazekovic Madeline Kling Saori Braswell Leonie Delarosa Fanny Musonda Jennifer Pope On the impact of receiving the scholarship, Leonie Delarosa states

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International Business Degree Nationally Ranked

March 24, 2023

International Business Degree Nationally Ranked

The International Business Bachelor’s degree program in the EWU School of Business has been ranked as #44 in the nation on the BestAccredited Colleges 2023 list. Dr. Abrahim Soleimani states, “Our International Business major is truly interdisciplinary [sic] by dedicated Finance (International Finance), Marketing (Global Marketing), Management (International Business, International Management), and Economics (electives) faculty!

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CPP Student Spotlight: IPPEA Interns Kate and Dylan

CPP Student Spotlight: IPPEA Interns Kate and Dylan

by Mya Brossoit The College of Professional Programs is proud to highlight two student interns with the Institute for Public Policy and Economic Analysis (IPPEA) in CPP at EWU, Kate Guadarrama-Diaz and Dylan Costinett. The IPPEA is a research institute that tracks community data trends and offers students hands-on experience with regional research, processing and

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CPP Student Spotlight: Andrew Tse

CPP Student Spotlight: Andrew Tse

by Mya Brossoit The College of Professional Programs is proud to highlight Andrew Tse, a Finance major in the EWU School of Business. Originally from Hong Kong but born in Minneapolis, MN, Andrew pursued his education in the United States. He completed his associate’s degree at Whatcom Community College before enrolling at Eastern. Tse is

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Accounting Lecturer Serves as Honorary Coach for EWU Men’s Basketball Game

December 20, 2022

Honorary Coach Jessica Kong EWU Men's Basketball Game December 17th

Jessica Kong, a Lecturer in Professional Accounting, served as the Honorary Coach for the EWU Men’s Basketball team during their home game vs. UC Davis, Saturday, December 17.  Assistant Coach Mark Darnall writes, “We host an “Honorary Coach” during our home games throughout the season with different faculty and staff across campus. Our “Honorary Coach”

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Business and Education Programs Nationally Recognized

Business and Education Programs Nationally Recognized

We are proud to announce that in addition to EWU being named a 22′-23′ College of Distinction (CoD), handpicked from top schools that “are well equipped to provide a personalized education catered to students’ interests.”, our Business and Education programs also received specialized recognition! Colleges of Distinction is a college guidance resource used by prospective

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Professional Accounting Moves Online Fall 2022

September 19, 2022 by Alyson Rode

Professional Accounting Moves Online Fall 2022

As we emerge from the pandemic, EWU’s School of Professional Accounting (SoPA) is re-imagining their curriculum and its delivery, as well as expanding opportunities for experiential learning. “We want to meet students where they are,” notes Christine Kuglin, former chair of the SoPA. “Students prefer to work and remain in their home communities while attending

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