ASWA members can access articles of interest in the "Four Points" categories of Accounting & Auditing, Controllership, Leadership and Tax.  All you need to do is click on the category of interest on the compass icon to the left and enter your member ID and password.  This month's "Four Points" articles include... Read more >

As we go to press with our pre-Joint National Conference edition of The Compass, I asked myself, “Why do I go to the JNC every year?” It’s like asking, “Why do I ride my own motorcycle?” If I have to explain, you wouldn’t understand, and if you understand, then I don’t have to explain. But I’ll try. Read more >

Where has the time gone?  We are now just five weeks away from the Joint National Conference in fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada!  If you have not yet made your plans to attend, what are you waiting for?  The early bird deadline is September 25th, so make sure you take advantage of the discount.
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The conference starts with a bang on Monday morning with the Chapter Exchange!  This is where ASWA members get together to share great ideas and learn more about the organization.  The four tracks of sessions that follow will make you wish you could be in two or more places at once.  Read more >

I can’t believe that the Joint National Conference in Las Vegas is almost upon us!  Along with wonderful educational opportunities, networking and fun, the business of the American Society of Women Accountants is conducted during the Annual Business Meeting, scheduled for Tuesday evening, October 20th at 6:30pm.  Read more >

According to 2008 Trends in the Supply of Accounting Graduates and the Demand for Public Accounting
Recruits (2008 Trends), published by the AICPA, 52 percent of accounting bachelors and masters candidates are female compared to 48 percent male. Though men still outnumber women at CPA firms (55 percent to 45 percent), there are increased numbers of female managers due in part to the success of full- and part-time flexibility programs within many firms. Read more >

Can you believe that we are just a month away from the Joint National Conference in Las Vegas? The committee has worked very hard to ensure that you will have 3 days full of professional education, networking and fun.  The only thing missing is you!! The early bird deadline is fast approaching. You have until September 25th  to save $50 on your registration.  Read more >

It is amazing how quickly the summer has gone by but throughout the summer months The Foundation board and committee members have been hard at work planning events for the Joint National Conference.  On Tuesday, October 20th, be sure to attend the Awards Luncheon where the ASWA Educational Foundation’s “Foundation Awards” will be awarded.  Read more >

This section of The Compass provides National and Regional level information to members.  This month, look for information regarding ASWA's LinkedIn Group, ASWA's presence at two conferences, discounted items from an affinity partner, CCH and noteworthy chapter/member news and more. Read more >

This section of The Compass provides important and timely information to chapter leaders.  Highlights from this month's Corner include information on recruiting and retaining members, updates from the 2009-2010 National Nominating, Membership, Communications and Chapter Partnering committees and more. Read more >