Author: Zach Abraham

Washington D.C. and Beyond!I recently was able to take a trip to Washington D.C. with some of my MAcc colleagues, where I was introduced to many new people and policies for the first time. This experience was a week-long experience that pulled back the curtain on how accounting connects with the world of government, regulation, and public affairs. Monday morning, we dove into understanding the machinery of government, hearing from the President of The Washington Campus as well as others. They reminded us that policy isn’t created in a vacuum and when it comes to business.

Building Your Own Path: Becoming Future-Oriented, Self-Reliant, and Free from ComparisonBeing in the MAcc program offers so many positive incentives for your future. It’s the launchpad into a career you’ve worked hard to build, filled with opportunities that extend far beyond the walls of Fisher. But here’s the truth no one can teach you in a classroom: it’s only what you put into it. No degree, no internship, no job offer can define your success unless you’re the one driving it forward.In a fast-paced program like ours, it’s easy to glance sideways. Who landed an offer already?

As a graduate student in Ohio State’s MAcc program, I knew my year would be filled with technical accounting concepts, networking opportunities, and countless group projects. But what I didn’t anticipate was how a personal excursion to Ireland—originally meant to be a short getaway—would become one of the most transformative experiences of my time in the program. From navigating a snowstorm that forced me to rethink my travel plans to gaining new perspectives on adaptability, culture, and career aspirations, my trip to Ireland offered unexpected lessons that extended far beyond the classroom.

Life as a Master of Accounting (MAcc) student at The Ohio State University is fast-paced and demanding, with coursework, projects, and career planning requiring sharp focus and strong time management. Despite these challenges, maintaining balance by staying organized, building relationships, and embracing moments of fun is key to success. The academic rigor of the program sharpens problem-solving skills and fosters collaboration, preparing students for high-pressure roles.

Hello everyone! I'm back with another blog post! I hope you’re enjoying the crisp October air because today we’re discussing something exciting this month brings—Playoff Baseball!