Hi, 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.