Michelle Funk
Graduation year: 2014
Majors: Accounting and business administration-management information systems
Minor: Geography
Activities: Varsity lacrosse, club lacrosse, Alpha Phi Omega service fraternity
Post-grad plans: I will be starting this fall at Sikich working as an application consultant. I will be taking the CPA exam this summer.
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Are you where you thought you’d be four years ago?
Not even close! I started college with an undecided major, and after four years I have accomplished more than I ever imagined. I also did not expect to make as many close friendships as I have made throughout my experience at Augie.
Who helped you get to where you are now?
All the accounting, business and geography professors have been outstanding. I can tell they love their jobs and that shows in the classroom. A special thanks to Dr. John Delaney, my accounting advisor; Mrs. Mamate Marmé, my business advisor; and Dr. Reuben Heine, my geography advisor. These three have gone out of their way to make sure I had the chance to succeed at 365体育投注_365体育备用网址@.
A peak experience?
My three-month study abroad trip to East Asia was by far a peak experience for me. I traveled to Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong and China while learning about the culture, geology and economy of these wonderful places. I tried new things, met amazing people and visited incredible places that I never would have been able to without this program. I believe the study abroad programs are one of 365体育投注_365体育备用网址@'s major strengths.
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How did you use your Augie Choice?
I used my Augie Choice on East Asia term, which is a three-month study abroad program through Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong and China.
What will you miss the most?
I will miss my professors, my friends and the campus...especially in the fall!
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"Michelle has been a real pleasure to work with. She is a terrific student and a fine example of someone who has truly grown intellectually and professionally these past four years. I don’t recall many students who have completed two majors and a minor, had internships with three different firms, competed in a varsity sport, and participated in foreign study all in four years. Plus, she has been nominated for a fourth internship with the Financial Accounting Foundation — arguably the best internship an accounting student can complete in the United States. To say Michelle has gotten the most of her experience at Augie would be quite an understatement."