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Anthony Aguilar

Anthony AguilarHello, my name is Anthony Aguilar and I am in my fourth year at UNT. During my time here I have been blessed to develop a plethora of skills including leadership, time management, and communication through ASP and officer positions in Sigma Nu Fraternity. I found my passion for accounting by tutoring friends in the introductory accounting courses. I am graduating from the BS/MS program Spring 2025, where I will then get my CPA license and start auditing for a public accounting firm.

Rebekah Beard

Rebekah BeardHi, my name is Rebekah Beard, and I’m a junior at the University of North Texas pursuing a BS/MS in Accounting. As the first person in my family to pursue accountancy, I cherish the hard work ethic my family has instilled in me and their unwavering support. Throughout school, I strive to help my peers grow into well-rounded professionals and transfer my passion for uplifting others into the workplace. For summer 2023, I’ve had the opportunity to intern with Ernst and Young and learn about their values, mission, and opportunities within a Big Four firm. My internship experience has taught me new skills like technical accounting while strengthening others, such as utilizing software systems and applying concepts learned from class. In the near future, I plan on specializing in audit and completing the CPA exam while trying to find a great company to work with that aligns with my values.

Reece Domingue

Reece DomingueGrowing up, my hero was Alex P. Keaton from the 1980’s sitcom Family Ties. I loved money and math, and it was no surprise to anyone who knew me that I chose to study accounting at UNT through the Accounting Scholars Program. ASP has provided me with great opportunities and continues to prepare me for a career in tax accounting.

When I am not studying, I am dancing. I enrolled in my first dance class at age 2 and have performed in The Nutcracker for 15 years. I served as captain of my drill team in high school and completed Vaganova ballet training at Denton Ballet Academy, which is where I currently teach. In addition, I co-founded Studio D, which focuses on mentorship and choreography for young, competition dancers.

You can always find me juggling multiple jobs and activities, as I thrive on staying busy. During semester breaks, I also work in the office of Pros PM, a property management company, and I am especially excited to do my accounting internship at KHA. I am looking forward to a career in accounting after graduating in 2025 with my integrated B.S./M.S. degree in taxation.

Gabriel Fortner

Gabriel FortnerI'm a BS/MS accounting major that's going to graduate with my master's in 2024. I chose accounting because it's a lot of fun for me to go through my work and solve the puzzles I am given. I enjoy working with money and being able to find the best solution for my work, and I'm looking forward to bringing my mindset to the workforce. I'm currently working toward my CPA, which should be complete 2024-2025. As for hobbies I enjoy cooking and reading, dumplings are a personal favorite.

Yichen Gu

Yichen GuMy name is Yichen Gu. I am an international student from Beijing, China. I am currently in the BS/MS accounting program at UNT; I will graduate in Fall 2024. I want to be certified as a CPA in the future after graduation. I chose accounting because the people I met in my recruiting season were all very nice and I felt comfortable when communicating with them, which means I want to work with people like them in my future accounting career. My first internship will be with EY in Summer 2023. I am a business ambassador of RCOB, a member of Beta Alpha Psi, and a campus ambassador of Becker.

Angel Madrigal

Angel MadrigalMy name is Angel Madrigal, and I'm a first-generation student pursuing my BS/MS in Accounting with an expected graduation in Spring 2025. I plan on focusing on the audit field for my master's degree. Aside from ASP, I am a part of the Honors College and have had the opportunity to serve as a Supplemental Instructor for two different accounting courses. After college, I plan to obtain my CPA license and begin my career in public accounting. Outside of school, I like to spend time with my family and cats, be outdoors, and learn new things.

Emily Merritt

Emily MerrittMy name is Emily Merritt. I am currently pursuing the BS/MS degree in accounting with a focus in taxation and I plan to graduate in the Spring of 2025. When I first came to the G. Brint Ryan College of Business, I was unsure of which major I wanted to declare. After taking my first two accounting courses, I knew I found something I enjoyed! After being recruited to the Accounting Scholars Program and attending meetings with various accounting professionals, I knew this area of study and program were a perfect match for me. Upon graduation, I plan to take the CPA exams and work for a public accounting firm. I am always looking for opportunities to further my knowledge of taxation and connect with others!

Dana Na

Dana NaMy name is Dana Na, and I am currently pursing a degree in BS/MS Accounting with a focus on taxation. My expected graduation date is May 2025, and I plan to sit for my CPA exam in spring of 2025. During my time at UNT, I have had the privilege of being the Vice President and Special Projects Director in Beta Alpha Psi. Through Beta Alpha Psi, I have met numerous alums and created lifelong connections with fellow members. I am also fluent in Korean and am actively learning more about my culture! I am passionate about continuously learning and growing, as I believe growth is essential to advancing in my career.

Christopher Pregmon

Christopher PregmonAn Illinois native; I came to North Texas as a jazz bass major before switching to BS/MS in accounting. I settled upon accounting because I enjoy problem-solving. During my time at UNT, I have served as a Supplemental Instructor, and as Treasurer of the Professional Accounting Student Society. I enjoy cheering for the Mean Green, chances are you will see me in the student section.

Vanessa Tello Rubio

Vanessa Tello RubioI'm Vanessa Tello Rubio and in May 2026, I'll finish both my bachelor's and master's degrees in accounting. Along with joining the Audit and Assurance service line, I intend to obtain my CPA license. As a first-generation student, I aspire to be a high achiever in the work field, with my intrinsic motivation guiding me toward success. Skills that I bring to the table are attention to detail, analytic skills, excellent communication, reliability, and confidence. Furthermore, Summer of 2023 I finished a Discovery 1 internship with Deloitte where I gained knowledge of all the many different accounting service lines. We worked on an M&A case simulation and enhanced my skills beyond the classroom. I plan to continue my career journey with Deloitte to become a Discovery 2 intern and dig deeper into Auditing for the Summer of 2024. Lastly, I’m a Supplemental Instructor for Managerial Accounting and involved in many organizations such as the Accounting Scholars Program, Women of Business, and Emerald Eagle Scholars. I'm thankful for all the opportunities I’ve been given so far, can’t wait to learn more and see what the future holds for me.

Renee Wilhite

Renee WilhiteMy name is Renee Wilhite and I am in the BS/MS Accounting Program at UNT. Numbers have always come naturally to me and I loved the idea of specializing, so accounting just made sense. I am involved with PASS, the Professional Accounting Student Society, and was an Accounting Supplemental Instructor for a year and a half. I plan to graduate from the master's portion in December 2025 with a concentration in taxation. I aspire to be both a CPA and CMA. A fun fact is, I am active in Scouts and try to go camping monthly.