The Appalachian State University's Epsilon Kappa Chapter of Beta Alpha Psi (BAP) achieved superior status for the 2016-2017 academic year, marking the 35th year that the university has received the honor.
BAP is an international honorary organization for financial information students and professionals. Accounting Professor Tracy Reed serves as faculty advisor for the chapter, which is housed in Appalachian's Walker College of Business.
"Recognition as a superior chapter is a significant accomplishment," said 2017-18 Beta Alpha Psi President Sandra Richtermeyer. "Under the leadership of Dr. Reed, the Epsilon Kappa Chapter has far exceeded the baseline requirements of Beta Alpha Psi and has excelled in the areas of academics, professionalism, and leadership."
The chapter will receive an award of $500, sponsored by KPMG and the KPMG Foundation.
"I am blessed to work with some of the brightest, best and most driven students at Appalachian," said Reed. "This group has built an incredible community within our major and college through their service. Their dedication to developing as professionals as well as their drive to serve the club, college and campus are the qualities that help us achieve superior status each year."
The primary objective of Beta Alpha Psi is to encourage and give recognition to scholastic and professional excellence in the business information field. This includes promoting the study and practice of accounting, finance, and information systems; providing opportunities for self development, service, and association among members and practicing professionals; and encouraging a sense of ethical, social, and public responsibility. To learn more about Beta Alpha Psi, visit accounting.appstate.edu/beta-alpha-psi.
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