Sarah Robertson Earns TXCPA Honor
The Big Picture: Sarah Robertson, Assistant Professor of Practice at the UTEP Woody L. Hunt College of Business, has been named a recipient of the 2025 Outstanding Accounting Educator Award by the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants (TXCPA).
Why it matters: The award honors accounting educators who demonstrate teaching excellence and make lasting contributions to the profession.
Robertson’s recognition highlights her commitment to student success, professional development, and community impact.
Inside the impact: Robertson blends academic rigor with real-world experience as a practicing CPA.
Her approach to teaching emphasizes career readiness, technological integration, and a deep understanding of the accounting field.
- Leads UTEP’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program
- Served as the 2024–2025 President of the TXCPA El Paso Chapter
- Presents CPE courses for practicing CPAs, including Income Tax Bootcamp and Ethics for CPAs
- Hosts annual tax workshops for international students and scholars
- Presents at academic conferences on student engagement and teaching strategies
What she said:
“I want my students to be among the best prepared in their field. My goal is to equip them with the skills and confidence they need to succeed in professional accounting roles.”
