Individual Accomplishment Awards
Affiliate Awards
Scholarships

National Scholarships
Scholarships Granted Through Affiliates
Educational Foundation for Women
in Accounting

Call for Papers

The AWSCPA recognizes the individual achievements of its members and non-members with the following awards. The awards are presented at the AWSCPA Annual Meeting each year.

The Woman CPA of the Year Award recognizes an individual for outstanding contributions to the accounting profession. Criteria for this award are professional accomplishments, demonstrated leadership, and contributions which further the advancement of women in the profession. Such contributions may include but are not limited to participating in successful mentoring relationships, implementing flexible work schedules or other family-friendly arrangements, advocating programs that promote women within a company, and supporting diversity programs. Nominations should include background information on the nominee and the reason why she should be selected. Self-nominations are accepted.

The Educator of the Year Award recognizes excellence in teaching in the accounting field by a faculty member of a two- or four-year college. Self-nominations are accepted.

The Public Service Award recognizes a member who provides a significant contribution of time and talent to public services outside of the accounting profession. Self-nominations are accepted.

The Woman of Courage Award recognizes a member for achievement under difficult conditions.

The forms which must be completed may be obtained from this link (PDF Document) or the AWSCPA Administrative Office and are due by July 30, 2010. The nomination process can be an opportunity to learn more about the professional accomplishments and contributions to the community of affiliate members and members-at-large.

Star Affiliate Award
Affiliates are recognized for their accomplishments each year at the annual conference, and those accomplishments become an inspiration for other affiliates. Affiliates recognized as "Star Affiliates" receive a star to add to their banner each year.

Affiliates are asked to use this opportunity to share what went especially well in the fiscal year. There are no rules and affiliates may use any format to submit their nomination - have fun and be creative! Feel free to also include photos, mementos, program brochures, etc. to supplement your nomination submission. As an alternative you can submit the AWSCPA Silver Star Award form which is available by clicking here.

Here are some brainstorming ideas for nomination submissions...

• What is your affiliate most proud of and how did you accomplish it?
• What were your goals for the year and how did you meet them?
• How did you do in member retention?
• How did you do in new member recruitment?
• Did you increase your scholarship dollars?
• Have you done any creative activities to support your community and/or women CPAs?

Nomination submissions are due at the AWSCPA Administrative Office by July 30, 2010.

Your affiliate's leadership and success can help others achieve their full potential so everyone can win!

Affiliate Silver Star Award
In addition to the AWSCPA Star Affiliate Awards, the Society makes available the Silver Star Award, an alternative process whereby an affiliate might gain recognition for sustaining a healthy affiliate.  To participate, please complete this form and return it to the AWSCPA National Office prior to July 30, 2010..

Education is a major goal for the AWSCPA and the organization is pleased to offer three avenues for scholarships.

NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

The American Woman’s Society of CPAs offers a national scholarship to individuals aspiring to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). The recipient of the scholarship will receive the complete Becker CPA Review Course worth $2,995. Becker Professional Education is a Platinum Sponsor of the American Woman's Society of CPAs and will coordinate the review course directly with the scholarship winner. For additional information about the Becker CPA Review Course, or any of the other fine professional review courses offered by Becker, please contact Laura Riley, CPA of Becker at (646) 415-7569 or lriley@beckerreview.com. You may also contact the AWSCPA administrative offices at (800) 297-2721.

Requirements:

• Applicant must meet the minimum education requirements to sit for the CPA exam within one year of scholarship awarding.
  
• Applicant must either be an entering Senior, 5th year student, graduate student or a graduate AND eligible to take a review course within one year of scholarship awarding.
  
• Applicant must have a 3.0 GPA in accounting and a 3.0 GPA overall.
  
• DDue date of application is May 31. Applicants will be notified of acceptance in July.
  
• Applicants must provide a validated transcript from their college to verify grades, major and classes taken.
  
• Applicant must submit an essay no longer than 1,000 words explaining why they are deserving of the scholarship.
  
• Applicant must either be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident of the United States.

Needs and scholastic aptitude will be considered for the recipient(s). Awarding of the scholarship will be done at several student conferences held between August and December of each year, including but not limited to the Beta Alpha Psi Annual Conference and the IMA Student Conference.

Online Scholarship Application
Printable Scholarship Application (Word Format)

Scholarships Granted Through Affiliates

Click on the AWSCPA affiliate below to view scholarship criteria by affiliate and contact information:

	ST	AFFILIATE			ST	AFFILIATE
	AL	Alabama			MA	Boston
	AZ	Tucson			NJ	New Jersey
	CA	Los Angeles			NY	New York
		San Diego			OK	Oklahoma Green
	CO	Denver			TX	Houston
	FL	South Florida			UT	Utah
	GA	Georgia			WI	Madison

Many AWSCPA affiliates, located around the country, maintain scholarship funds and have programs to grant scholarships. The American Woman's Society of Certified Public Accountants Continuing Professional Education Foundation is a separate entity created to support the research and educational activities of AWSCPA. Funds are solicited on the dues renewal invoices and are used exclusively for matching affiliate scholarships.

To learn more about the nearest affiliate, click on Find Nearest Affiliate. No scholarships are granted by the national office of AWSCPA.

Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting

The Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting (EFWA) was established in 1966 by the AWSCPA and the American Society for Women in Accounting (ASWA) to receive and manage funds for the advancement of education in accounting. It is a not-for-profit charitable organization with fund-raising activities aimed at helping women in the accounting profession. It is governed by an independent Board of Trustees. Members of both organizations may serve on the Educational Foundation's Board of Trustees.

The programs of the Educational Foundation provide benefits to AWSCPA members, ASWA members and women outside of the two organizations. The Laurels Fund provides scholarships to women pursuing advanced degrees in the field of accounting. To learn more about EFWA scholarships and programs, click on the EFWA logo above to visit the EFWA site, call 937- 424-3391, or address correspondence to:

EFWA
136 South Keowee Street
Dayton, OH 45402

CALL FOR PAPERS

The American Woman's Society of CPAs (AWSCPA) seeks to promote the study and greater understanding of the effects of gender on accounting, auditing, and the accounting profession. AWSCPA is especially interested in supporting research on the impact of gender on professional issues and lifestyle concerns.

Requirements:
Unpublished papers of recent date.
Topics address current issues of direct relevance to accounting professionals.
Three copies of paper.

Length:
• No restrictions
• 8-10 pages preferred

Style:
• Not specific
• Recommend using the American Psychological Association

Format:
• Double space
• Readable by Practitioners, not primarily for Academics

Deadline:

June 30, 2010

Judging:

A panel of academics and practicing professionals

AWARDS

• Up to three awards of $500 each
• Opportunity to present papers at AWSCPA annual/regional meetings during 2010-2011
• Publication in AWSCPA publications with author's permission

Submit three copies of manuscript to:
AWSCPA National Office
136 South Keowee Street
Dayton, Ohio 45402
937.222.1872
800.AWSCPA1
Fax 937.222.5794
info@awscpa.org

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