Fisher Current Students
Fisher Current Students is designed to provide currently enrolled FSOA students with policies, procedures, and events unique to the School. It provides basic information needed to develop a plan of study, but is not designed to replace academic advising. Students seeking admission requirements for our degree programs should visit each program section of the website.
Weekly Announcements
Important Date
Monday, November 11: Veteran’s Day (No classes)
Upcoming Events
Note: Students should not miss class to attend recruiting events. If you have a class conflict, please visit our calendar for other events hosted by the same employer, or contact the employer directly for more information.
Monday, November 11, 1:00-4:00pm: EY Social – Join EY in the Reitz Union Game Room for an afternoon of connection and games with EY professionals! Whether you’re looking to expand your network, seek advice, or learn from their team’s expertise, this event provides the perfect setting to build relationships that can shape your career. Enjoy engaging discussions, light lunch, and the chance to meet EY professionals across different cities and service lines.
Tuesday, November 12, 10:00am-2:00pm: UWorld CPA and CMA Review Tabling – UWorld Accounting proudly partners with hundreds of firms to provide UF students with accounting exam preparation. Stop by the Gleim Atrium for a snack and learn more about 2025 changes to the CPA and CMA Exams, when to start studying based on your goals, and explore UWorld Firm & Employer Partnerships to help cover the cost and ensure your success.
Wednesday, November 13, 6:30-8:00pm: Beta Alpha Psi Meeting – Don’t miss the last Beta Alpha Psi meeting before Thanksgiving break! Join them in GER 126 for an evening with a Gleim representative, who will share valuable CPA prep tips and insights on passing the exam. It’s a great chance to get your questions answered. Plus, enjoy free food in the Gleim Atrium!
Thursday, November 14, 6:15-8:00pm: Exploring Careers in Accounting Class – Marc Mansfield – Marc Mansfield will be presenting on accounting opportunities in entrepreneurship in GER 121 (please note the change in room from previous weeks). Marc is a relatively recent FSOA alumnus (graduated with BSAc and MAcc in 2016) who started his own tax practice in Gainesville after acquiring experience with a number of different firms, including Alvarez & Marsal. Marc will be sharing his entrepreneurship journey of starting his own practice and the insights he has obtained through this experience. Although part of a class, all students are welcome to attend.
Scholarships
Graduate Awards – Deadline February 1, 2025: The Fisher School of Accounting application for graduate student fellowships/awards is available online. Awards range in value from $2,500 to $4,000. Completing this one short application puts the student in consideration for all available endowed scholarships and fellowships. Eligibility and instructions are on the application.
Junior Scholarship Applications – Deadline January 17, 2025: Thanks to the generous contributions of some accounting firms, the Fisher School of Accounting has scholarship programs designed to reward undergraduate students who have distinguished themselves after completion of all required 3000 level accounting courses (ACG 3101 and ACG 3401). Two scholarships are available. Eligible students are welcome and encouraged to apply to both scholarship programs, but may only be awarded one. See the current applications on our website. Submit completed applications to 210 Gerson Hall, or via email.