The Illinois CPA Society values its relationship with college educators. Together we can provide support to those eager to enter the accounting profession and continue its tradition of excellence. Take advantage of the Illinois CPA Society as a resource for providing information and materials to your students and for acting as a liaison between academia and industry. It’s up to all of us to work together to recruit the best and brightest.

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Educators Conference


Join fellow accounting educators for a timely, practical look at the biggest issues shaping our classrooms and the profession. From declining enrollment to changing CPA requirements, this hybrid event dives into what’s happening now—and what to do about it. Explore fresh approaches to engage today’s students, integrate technology and essential skills, and strengthen your program for the long haul. Leave with new ideas, real-world strategies, and meaningful connections that will make a difference.

Date: Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM CST
Location: Illinois CPA Society (Chicago) or Virtual 
Credits: 3.5 CPE 
Price: Free

Videos


The Why Accounting? and Be a CPA videos were created to help introduce accounting and the CPA credential as a great option and leave viewers with positive perceptions about the profession. Use the videos to complement your efforts to increase the pipeline of diverse accounting majors and your efforts to attract high school students, transfer students, or undecided majors into your accounting programs.

Resource Request Form


The Illinois CPA Society is happy to provide you with resources to promote the accounting profession. We can connect you with guest speakers, provide collateral, ICPAS swag and more. Please complete the resource request form and a member of our team will follow up with you directly to accommodate. 

Additional Resources

  • AICPA’s ThisWayToCPA.com - Information focused on making it easier for college students and recent graduates to prepare and plan for the journey to becoming a CPA
  • AICPA's Academic Resource Hub - Resources to navigate the evolving accounting profession, connect with peers and inspire your students to pursue a rewarding career in accounting
  • CAQ's Accounting+ - Resources to educate, encourage, and facilitate the adopting of accounting as a career path
  • CAQ's Bold Ambition - Website that provides more transparency into the profession’s diversity, equity and inclusion actions and efforts
  • Discover Accounting - Educational information and resources on accounting careers
  • Illinois College and University Listing - ICPAS guide to 2 and 4 year schools with accounting programs in Illinois 
  • Outstanding Educator Award - ICPAS award for an educator who has made significant contributions to the education of accounting students through their leadership, teaching excellence, and active involvement in the accounting profession
  • University HQ - Accounting degrees & schools guide

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