Three outstanding accounting students from the Woody L. Hunt College of Business received significant recognition for their academic achievements and dedication to the field of accounting. 

PCAOB Scholarship Recipients: Eduardo Rueda and Salvador Aguirre 
Eduardo Rueda and Salvador Aguirre have been named 2024-2025 Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) scholars. This prestigious award comes with a $15,000 scholarship for each student for the upcoming academic year. 

About the PCAOB: 
The PCAOB, a nonprofit organization created by Congress, plays a crucial role in overseeing the audits of public companies to ensure accuracy, independence, and investor protection. 

AICPA Legacy Scholarship: Zach Althoff 

Zach Althoff has been awarded the 2024-2025 AICPA Legacy Scholarship by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).  
 
This honor highlights his dedication to the accounting profession and his commitment to excellence in his studies. Earlier this year, Zach also received the TXCPA Accounting Excellence Award in Spring 2024, further showcasing his achievements. 

About AICPA: 

The AICPA, the largest association representing the accounting profession, advocates for CPAs with regulators and the public while setting ethical and auditing standards. It offers continuing education, develops and grades the CPA Exam, and provides specialty credentials in areas like financial planning and forensic accounting.