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Celebrating the Class of Spring 2025: Voices from Poole’s Graduate Programs

Students & Alumni

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Feb 25, 2026

Eric Spaugh, 2025, Audit Staff, Ernst & Young (EY)

Drawn by reputation and affordability, Eric stayed at NC State for his MAC degree and left not only CPA-ready – but backed by a network of professors and peers who continue to shape his career.

Jan 9, 2026

Crissi Patton, Stay-at-home Mom Shapes Career Path

Balancing graduate school with raising two young children, U.S. Navy veteran Crissi Patton is using the Jenkins MAC program’s flexibility to transition into a specialized tax career – one that will allow her to serve business owners with clarity and confidence.

Dec 8, 2025

Celebrating the Jenkins Graduate Programs Class of Fall 2025

Join us in recognizing the Jenkins Graduate Programs Class of Fall 2025 and the impact they’re already making in their industries and communities.

Nov 6, 2025

Jeffrey Bui, From Service to Stability

From serving in the U.S. Navy to becoming the first in his family to graduate from college, Jeffrey Bui’s path to accounting has been one of resilience, reflection and reinvention.

Oct 2, 2025

Jenkins MAC Alumni Redefine Accounting Careers

From CFOs and corporate strategists to nonprofit leaders and entrepreneurs, Jenkins MAC alumni are proving that accounting can open doors to diverse and dynamic careers.

Sep 7, 2025

New Faces, Bold Futures: Meet Poole’s Newest Grad Students

Each year, the Jenkins Graduate Programs welcome ambitious students eager to learn, lead and leave their mark. This year, six new students share their stories, goals and what excites them about joining Poole.

Sep 3, 2025

Phadma Bhattacharjee, Internal Auditor, NC Department of Insurance

Through NC State’s MAC program, Phadma Bhattacharjee strengthened her technical expertise in auditing, data analytics and IT systems – tools she now applies daily in her role in insurance regulatory reporting and compliance.
Madison Bell smiling

Jul 2, 2025

Dean’s Dialogues: Get to Know Poole Alumnae Madison Bell

Bell, who has both a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Poole, talks with Dean Frank Buckless about her favorite classes and gives advice for students.

May 14, 2025

Brandon Bjornson, Audit Associate, Forvis Mazars

Brandon’s journey from the oil fields of Wyoming to an accounting classroom may have been unconventional, but the encouragement and support of the MAC faculty made the experience well worth the effort.

May 8, 2025

Celebrating the Class of Spring 2025: Voices from Poole’s Graduate Programs

Meet a few of the exceptional students graduating this spring from Poole College’s Jenkins Graduate Programs, each with a compelling story of personal growth and career transformation. From navigating global industries to spearheading campus initiatives, these graduates are ready to make their mark on the world.