Beta Alpha Psi chapter earns Gold Status

SAN MARCOS, Texas — Beta Alpha Psi, the international organization for financial information professionals, has announced that the Kappa Eta chapter at Texas State University's McCoy College of Business has earned Gold Status, recognizing its achievement during the 2023-2024 academic year.

"Under the exceptional leadership of [accounting faculty members] Ludmila Krylova and Alexandra Hampshire, the chapter has earned international recognition as a Gold chapter, an accomplishment that speaks volumes about the dedication and excellence of your department," wrote Dr. Patricia M. Poli, CPA, President of Beta Alpha Psi, in the award statement.

This honor, accompanied by a $500 award, is sponsored by KPMG LLP and the KPMG Foundation. Under the inspiring stewardship of the faculty advisors, Texas State's chapter has far exceeded Beta Alpha Psi’s baseline requirements, excelling in academics, professionalism, and ethical leadership.

"I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the entire Kappa Eta chapter and their leadership team," Poli wrote. "This achievement is a great source of pride for Beta Alpha Psi and undoubtedly reflects the high standards and commitment to excellence that are hallmarks of your school."

To learn more about the activities and achievements of Beta Alpha Psi and its chapters during the past academic year, the organization's 2024 Annual Report.

For more information about this story or other news, email Twister Marquiss, manager of marketing and communications for the McCoy College of Business, at twister@txstate.edu.

About the McCoy College of Business 
Established in 1970, Texas State’s business school officially became the McCoy College of Business in 2004 following a transformational gift of $20 million by Emmett and Miriam McCoy. The college, which offers classes in San Marcos, Round Rock, and online, is accredited by AACSB in both business and accounting, and has graduated nearly 45,000 alumni.