At first, I didn’t know what I wanted to do with my major – accounting. But being connected in the College of Business, joining the accounting society, and meeting the different professors really put me on the right path. I feel like the College of Business is unparalleled. They really work with us to make sure we’re prepared for any and every opportunity.
I think I want to start my career in public accounting. I’ve been interning with a ‘Big Four’ accounting firm, and I’ve really enjoyed that experience. This summer, I’ll transition to a wealth management firm to get private sector experience. Eventually, I want to transition to the public sector and government work. Longterm, I see myself being the executive director of the Mississippi Legislative Budget Office.”
- Madison, junior accounting major from Hattiesburg, Miss.