Northern Michigan University Careers

I am a Professor of Accounting at the Northern Michigan University AACSB-accredited College of Business. I am also the MBA Director and Assistant Department Head.

I am a Professor of Accounting at the Northern Michigan University AACSB-accredited College of Business. I am also the MBA Director and Assistant Department Head.

If you are passionate about teaching, collaboration, and making a real impact on students’ success, consider joining the College of Business at Northern Michigan University. As part of an AACSB-accredited program, you’ will be working within a standard of excellence that values both academic rigor and practical relevance. Our small class sizes allow for meaningful student engagement and personalized instruction, while our collegial and collaborative faculty environment fosters innovation in teaching, scholarship, and service. At NMU, shared governance ensures that your voice matters in shaping the future of our programs and college community. It is a place where you can truly make a difference, both in the classroom and as part of a supportive academic team dedicated to student achievement and professional growth.

Starting out as a professor in accounting at an AACSB-accredited, teaching-focused institution is both exciting and rewarding, and success begins with balance and intentionality. Focus first on delivering engaging, student-centered instruction that connects accounting theory to real-world application; your enthusiasm and clarity will set the tone for your reputation in the classroom. Build relationships early with colleagues, administrators, and students because collaboration and mentorship are invaluable in navigating teaching expectations, service commitments, and the scholarship that supports AACSB standards. Stay organized and proactive about documenting your teaching innovations, professional development, and service activities for annual reviews and tenure preparation. Most importantly, embrace continuous learning, both in pedagogy and in your discipline, and maintain a sense of curiosity and purpose. Teaching-focused institutions value passion, adaptability, and impact, so bring your authentic self to the role and remember that meaningful connections often matter as much as credentials.

Among my most meaningful achievements as a professor are the opportunities I have had to guide students toward their own professional and leadership “nirvanas” in accounting and business. I have taken great pride in helping them secure positions and internships with esteemed firms such as EY, Deloitte, KPMG, BDO, Plante Moran, Grant Thornton, Rehmann, AHP, Tailored CPAs, and many other respected organizations. My students’ success continues to inspire me, as does the privilege of teaching such exceptional individuals. I was honored to receive the MICPA Accounting Teaching Excellence Award (2020) and to be selected by graduates as Northern Michigan University’s Student-Selected Commencement Speaker, a deeply humbling recognition of the relationships built through teaching and mentorship. Earning my Ph.D. and CPA license stand as foundational milestones in my professional journey. In addition to teaching, I am a prolific researcher, with publications exploring critical issues in accounting, ethics, technology use, and higher education, contributions that have advanced both scholarship and classroom practice. I have been recognized by NMU with awards for Excellence in Online Teaching, Excellence in Teaching, and Excellence in Scholarship, as well as by the College of Business for Outstanding Graduate Faculty, Outstanding Research, and Outstanding Undergraduate Faculty. My research and publications can be explored further on my ResearchGate and Google Scholar profiles.