We are proud to support some of the best student ambassadors and leaders around. These accounting students serve as the voice of the accounting profession on their college campuses. These motivated accounting students serve as trusted peer leaders, connecting classmates with resources, opportunities, and experiences that support both academic success and early career exploration.
On their campuses, student ambassadors are often the first point of contact for students curious about accounting or looking to take the next step. They host events, share timely information, and help demystify what an accounting career really looks like today. Beyond the classroom, ambassadors also create engaging, student-to-student content on the student Instagram account, offering an authentic look at campus life, career paths, and professional growth.
The INCPAS Student Ambassador program connects passionate accounting students with leadership opportunities, professional exposure and meaningful connections to the accounting community. In the process, ambassadors strengthen their own skills while helping others navigate college and career decisions with greater confidence. Their work supports a stronger, more informed pipeline into the profession which benefits students, educators, employers, and the CPA community across Indiana.
So who are these up-and-coming stars of the accounting world? Let’s meet them.
INCPAS Student Ambassadors
Laura Alarcon
Laura is a sophomore at Purdue University majoring in accounting and finance. She’s a member of PAA and ALPFA, working to expand her professional network and build connections across campus. Her friends would describe her as persistent, and you’ll often find her on the second floor of Krannert while continuing to grow both personally and professionally.
Muhammad Azim
Muhammad is a junior at the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University Indianapolis, where he serves as vice president of the Kelley Accounting Association and as a peer leader for Business Connect, leading the tutoring program. His friends would describe him as proactive, and you’ll often find him in the College Library study rooms while developing ideas to expand his reach and leadership on campus.
Eli Carlson
A sophomore at Butler University, Eli is a member of the Accounting Club, Lacy Business Scholars, and Delta Tau Delta Fraternity, while also playing club basketball. His friends would describe him as dependable, and you can usually find him in the Lacy School of Business and working toward his goal of graduating at the end of his junior year.
Evan Osenbaugh
Even is pursuing his BS in accounting at Ball State University and has gained hands-on experience through an audit internship at EY and a tax internship at DOZ, exploring different paths within public accounting.
Drew Tolentino
Drew is a sophomore at Indiana University Bloomington and serves as the Philanthropy Chair of Theta Chi. He’s also actively involved in his Bible study group while continuing his professional career development. His friends would tell you he’s the reliable one in the group, and you can often find him in the Wells East Library (6th or 7th floor, to be exact) while diving into all things accounting.
Real Talk: What They Wish They’d Known About Majoring in Accounting
We asked our ambassadors what advice they’d give to first-year accounting students. Here’s what they had to say:
Don’t psych yourself out.
“It’s a lot less intimidating than you make it out in your head … stay away from all the stereotypes that typically come with accounting.” — Drew
Know your timeline.
“One thing I wish I knew before my first year as an accounting major would definitely be the recruiting deadlines of accounting firms.” — Eli
Explore your options early.
“I wish I knew more about what public accounting is in general—different niches and what you could do with that degree.” — Muhammad
See Them in Action
When these students aren’t studying, attending club meetings or getting some well-deserved sleep, they’re creating content to help other students navigate the accounting major and grow the pipeline. From study tips and career advice to day-in-the-life videos, they’re sharing a real, unfiltered look at what it’s like to be an accounting student in Indiana.
Watch the Student Ambassador highlight reel on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/18063897023577912/
Follow @incpas_students on Instagram to stay up-to-date with our ambassadors and share with any accounting students in your life.
Apply to become INCPAS’ next student ambassador! Learn more and apply by May 1. Perks include a $500 stipend, INCPAS swag, free student membership and shoutouts for your hard work. It’s an awesome way to grow your skills, meet new people and make your mark—all in just 15–20 hours a year!
