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President's Message
By Barbara W. Covington, ASWA National President

Wow!  It’s really hard to believe that in a couple weeks we will be at the Joint National Conference in Dallas, Texas at the Fairmont Hotel.  I hope that all your plans have been made to join us there.  I wanted to take this opportunity to remind you of some important ASWA meetings and special JNC events that I hope you make time to attend.  Read more >


Insight into JNC Planning
By Lee K. Lowery, MPA, ASWA Executive Director

Since the ASWA/AWSCPA Joint National Conference (JNC) is just a couple of weeks away, we thought it might be interesting to share the details of the work that goes into planning the conference.  Read more >


Tax Policies of the Presidential Candidates

As the US prepares to elect its 44th president, this CCH briefing describes the tax policies of John McCain, the Republican Party candidate for president, and Barack Obama, the Democratic Party candidate, with analysis of the potential impact of their tax policies.  Read more >


Extra Events at the JNC
By Catherine A. Mulder, CPA, JNC Co-Chair & Cynthia Kessler, Past National President

Are you planning to attend the JNC's "An Evening Remembering JFK - His Life and Legacy" and/or the Forrest A. Kessler Walk for Humanity?  All of your ASWA colleagues will be there!  Details on both events are included here. Read more >


Foundation Update
By Denisa Jones, CPA, Foundation Chair

On behalf of The Foundation's board of directors, I want to thank all of you who have supported this organization.  As we near the 2008 JNC at the end of the month, I am respectfully asking for your support once more.  There are three ways in which you and your chapter can help The Foundation help others in need:  Read more >


National News

This section of The Compass provides National and Regional level information to members.  This month, look for information regarding membership benefits through an affinity partnership with CCH, ASWA's new "LinkedIn Group" and upcoming regional and industry events. Read more >


Chapter Corner

This section of The Compass provides important and timely information to chapter leaders.  Highlights from this month's Corner include the Presidents' Communication award, JNC meeting updates for the Members-at-Large, Chapter Exchange and Chapter Leadership meetings, Dallas reactivation update, call for regional directors, an update from the National Membership committee and more. Read more >


2008-2009 National Board
Have a question or feedback for ASWA's National Board?  The 2008-2009 officers and directors are listed by committee to help you find the appropriate board member to communicate with. Read more >


Thank You IRS

This month, The Compass is brought to you by IRS!  Read more >


Partner Page
ASWA's national partners provide helpful and important resources to our members. Read more >

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