1. MACPA Educational Foundation Award | Aug 2019 | UMGC | Awarded $1,000

Scholarship recipient from the Maryland Association of CPAs Educational Foundation for the 2019-2020 school year.

Contingent upon being enrolled as a full time student and completing all of the accounting courses required by the State Board in order to sit for the CPA exam.

2. Delegate Scholarship – Dr. Jay Jalisi |Jul 2019 | UMGC | Awarded $1,000

Recipient of Delegate Dr. Jay Jalisi’s scholarship, in recognition of academic excellence. Applicable for the 2019 – 2020 academic school year.

3. Delegate Scholarship – Benjamin T. Brooks | Jun 2019 | UMGC | Awarded $400

Selected to be a recipient of the 2019 Maryland State Delegate Scholarship offered by Delegate Benjamin T. Brooks of the 10th Legislative District.

This scholarship was designed to recognize outstanding students in the 10th district who are enrolled in a two or four year accredited college or university.

The Scholarship Committee awarded scholarships based on established criteria including academic achievement, community involvement, District 10 residency, and financial need.

Applicable for the 2019-2020 academic year – Fall & Spring terms.

4. CMA Scholarship Program | May 2019 | UMGC | Awarded over $1,000 in benefits

An Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) scholarship is offered each year to only 10 students per school to help students pursue the CMA certification at no cost.

The following are included:
– Entrance fee to the CMA program
– Exam support package with retired exam questions and a glossary of terms
– Registration fees covering both parts of the exam (additional fees will apply for retakes)
– Wiley CMAexcel Online Test Bank access for both exam parts for up to two years (U.S. students only)
– Up to three years of IMA membership while pursuing the certification

Benefits are valued at more than $1,000.

https://www.imanet.org/cma-certification/cma-scholarship?ssopc=1

5. Delegate Scholarship Award – Adrienne A. Jones | May 2019 | UMGC | Awarded $400

Selected to be a recipient of Adrienne A. Jones’ District 10 Legislative Scholarship for the 2019-2020 academic year – Fall & Spring terms.

6. UMGC’s 2018 Fall Term Scholarship | Oct 2018 | Awarded $450

The 2018 Fall Term Scholarship is awarded in increments based on the number of credits completed. The award amounts and the terms in which they are awarded will vary depending on the number of credits transferred* and the number of credits earned per term.

To receive scholarship funds and continue eligibility certain criteria must be met.

https://www.umuc.edu/costs-and-financial-aid/scholarships/fall-term-scholarship.cfm?layout=open&utm_medium=landing-page&utm_campaign=-fal-&marketcode=lp000007=

7. Cengage Unlimited Subscription | Aug 2018 | CCBC

Selected to receive a Cengage Unlimited Subscription.

Phi Theta Kappa partnered with Cengage Learning to provide members with access to Cengage Unlimited, a subscription to Cengage’s learning materials for the semester. Cengage Unlimited provides one-of-a-kind access to digital learning platforms, eBooks, online homework and study tools, in addition to affordable textbook rentals.

Cengage List of Scholars: https://www.ptk.org/Default.aspx?TabID=6020

8. Maryland Completion Scholarship | Aug 2018 – May 2020 | UMGC | Awarded $4,775

University of Maryland University College offers Maryland community college graduates the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree at a significantly reduced cost with the Completion Scholarship. Award recipients can complete a bachelor’s degree program for $12,000 or less, well below the typical tuition cost for in-state students.

This scholarship will automatically renew each term, if certain requirements are met to keep the award.

https://www.umuc.edu/costs-and-financial-aid/scholarships/completion-scholarship.cfm

9. Outstanding Co-Curricular Involvement | May 2018 | CCBC Student Life

In recognition of valuable contributions to the Society of Critical Thinkers Club 2017 – 2018.

10. CCBC Scholarship 2016-2017 | Jan 2016 |  Awarded $700

Scholarship awarded for direct expenses (i.e. tuition, fees, and required textbooks/supplies) for the fall and/or spring semesters only.

11. Stock Market Game Award 2012 | Gerstell Academy | 1st Place High School Team

Outstanding performance as a member of the 1st Place High School team in the Enhanced Spring Session Maryland/DC Stock Market Game 2012.

12. The Viola Pitts Scholarship 2008 | Holy Family (Elementary) School | Awarded $1,000

Essay was selected to received a $1,000 award. Presented by The Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court Holy Family #1115.

World Wide Women’s Association | Member

The Worldwide Women’s Association (WWA) is an organization dedicated to connecting, supporting, empowering, and advancing like-minded professional women. We seek to empower those women who are making a difference in their professions. Women leaders are not alone, and by joining together as part of a vetted membership organization they can develop new connections, cultivate opportunities, accelerate professional development, generate business contacts, and mentor and coach fellow members.

Our focus at the Worldwide Women’s Association is to inform, engage, and support women in this quest to grow, not only in business but also in personal life. It is designed for women just like you. We are here because we want to provide you with tools to succeed. We will give you opportunities for community, growth and the power of sisterhood. Professionals, small business owners, and executives are our foundation, and we are dedicated to helping you achieve and realize your professional goals.

Across the world, women remain a minority at the executive level. WWA seeks to empower women who are turning the tide. Here, women can foster new connections with other women, and help encourage others to springboard ahead, realizing their goals and highest potential.

Membership at WWA means an ongoing commitment to not only the professional success of our members, but being involved in our community also means gaining support in life as a whole, from balancing work and family life to spiritual life, and having fun!

https://www.worldwidewomensassociation.com/about-us/

Alpha Sigma Lambda | Student Member

Tau Chapter at UMUC/UMGC.

Alpha Sigma Lambda is the Premier National Honor Society for Nontraditional Students and is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies. Alpha Sigma Lambda (ASL) recognizes the achievements of adult students who maintain academic excellence while balancing other responsibilities in their lives. ASL encourages adult students to complete undergraduate degrees and promotes academic scholarship. ASL formed in 1945, and is the oldest and largest chapter-based honor society for adult students. The motto of Alpha Sigma Lambda is “First in Scholarship and Leadership.”

https://sites.google.com/site/aslumuc/home

Toastmasters | Member

Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadership development.

It offers a unique model for delivering a self-paced, peer-mentored education program that builds the necessary soft skills for modern day work place.

Toastmasters International – https://www.toastmasters.org

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) | Student Member

Founded in 1887, the AICPA represents the CPA profession nationally regarding rule-making and standard-setting, and serves as an advocate before legislative bodies, public interest groups and other professional organizations. The AICPA develops standards for audits of private companies and other services by CPAs; provides educational guidance materials to its members; develops and grades the Uniform CPA Examination; and monitors and enforces compliance with the profession’s technical and ethical standards.

The AICPA’s founding established accountancy as a profession distinguished by rigorous educational requirements, high professional standards, a strict code of professional ethics, a licensing status and a commitment to serving the public interest.

https://www.aicpa.org/about/missionandhistory.html

Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants (MACPA) | Student Member

MACPA’s core mission is to help members CONNECT in strategic ways, PROTECT their professional interests, and ACHIEVE in their careers. They tailor core member benefits around those ideals. Hopefully the MACPA membership can be a vital investment in career success – one in which immediate returns in all aspects of your business will be seen.

https://www.macpa.org/

The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) | Student Member

University of Maryland University College – Online Chapter.

The NSLS is the nation’s largest leadership honor society. Students are selected by their college for membership based on either academic standing or leadership potential. Candidacy is a nationally recognized achievement of honorable distinction. With 664 chapters, the NSLS currently has 960,336 members nationwide.

In addition to honorable distinction, the NSLS provides a step-by-step program for members to build their leadership skills through participation at their campus or online. Upon completion of the program, members receive their leadership certificate and take their place among the top student leaders at their campus and across the country. Members are able to list their affiliation on all statements of personal accomplishment, including their resume.

Membership is for life and provides access to benefits including scholarships and awards, exclusive on-campus events, employer recruitment through an online job bank, and discounts on computers, textbooks, grad school prep courses, insurance and much more.

https://www.nsls.org/about/aboutus/whoweare

IMA Accounting Honor Society (IAHS) | Student Member

The IMA Accounting Honor Society (IAHS) recognizes and honors academic achievement in the study of accounting and provides an opportunity for students to differentiate themselves as they begin their career journey.

IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants), the association of accountants and financial professionals in business, is one of the largest and most respected associations focused exclusively on advancing the management accounting profession. IMA has a global network of more than 100,000 members.

https://www.imanet.org/iahs/about

Kappa Beta Delta (KBD) International Honor Society for ACBSP Accredited | Student Member

The purpose of Kappa Beta Delta is to encourage and recognize scholarship and accomplishment among students of business, management and administration pursuing associate degrees, and to encourage and promote personal and professional improvement and a life distinguished by honorable service to humankind.

https://www.acbsp.org/page/kbd

Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society | Student Member

Alpha Rho Psi Chapter – CCBC Catonsville.

The mission of Phi Theta Kappa is to recognize academic achievement of college students and to provide opportunities for them to grow as scholars and leaders.

https://www.ptk.org/AboutUs.aspx

The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) | Student Member

The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) is an honor society that has members who positively impact their campuses and communities by participating in service activities as they prepare for future endeavors. Along the way, members connect with fellow high-achieving students. https://nscs.org/

Tau Sigma National Honor Society | Student Member

Gamma Zeta Chapter – Towson University.

Tau Sigma is an academic honor society designed specifically to “recognize and promote the academic excellence and involvement of transfer students.”

http://www.tausigmanhs.org/index.cfm/about-us/