The Rand Group, LLC is recognized on SourceMedia's published list of Top 100 "Pacesetters" for 2007

Houston, Texas – January 25, 2008 – The Rand Group, LLC (TRG) an Award-winning Microsoft Gold Partner and one of Texas’ leading suppliers for business automation and technology has  been recognized by SourceMedia as one of their Top 100 "Pacesetters" for 2007.

SourceMedia, publisher of Accounting Technology, Accounting Today, and Practical Accountant issues an annual list of which they deem the "Select 100" among resellers in the industry. Honorees are distinguished for the awards their organization has received, leadership, industry reputation, sales per month and growth. 

The Rand Group, LLC offers a unique combination of business operations, accounting and technology skills to provide clients with an end-to-end business solution built on a Microsoft platform.  More than a collection of individual technologies and people, TRG delivers solutions which target tangible and measurable efficiency improvements.  Utilizing a unique combination of skills and a long history of project experience has allowed The Rand Group to see phenomenal growth in 2007 and unprecedented projected growth for 2008.

ABOUT THE RAND GROUP, LLC

The Rand Group, LLC (TRG) is a professional services firm that assists middle-market organizations with deploying, utilizing and maximizing business technology investments. TRG

combines business and technology resources to deliver solutions that improve efficiency and increase profitability. For more information, visit http://www.therandgroup.com.

Tesoro and BKD will be holding a joint mini-mixer in 275 MH on Wednesday, February 20 from 2-4 PM.

Tesoro employees enjoy an energizing work environment that emphasizes our core values and desire to be “Simply the Best” global refining and marketing company. The Company is committed to providing employees with excellent programs* and services designed to empower each individual to achieve their “Personal Best.”

BKD, LLP, one of the 10 largest CPA and advisory firms in the U.S., helps growing companies and high net-worth individuals go beyond their numbers by applying our technical expertise, unmatched client service and disciplined delivery of solutions.

Students are encouraged to come meet with representatives from Tesoro and BKD about Internship and Employment Opportunities.  

Update: BKD has also let us know that they are gathering resumes for internships. 

BKD, LLP will be conducting interviews April 24^th for internship opportunities.

Students interested in applying should view the job descriptions attached to this email and then forward their resumes to Jennifer Weaver at jeweaver@bkd.com

XBRL – A New Era in Financial Reporting?

Description:
XBRL (Extensible Business Reporting Language) is quickly coming to the forefront of business reporting around the world. What is XBRL? Who is using it? Will it become the de facto standard for business reporting? EY will be discussing what you need to know about XBRL, where it is going, and what its impacts will be on the market as a whole.

Take aways from the discussion will include:

• Helping participant gain a clear understanding of what XBRL is, what it isn’t, and how it will impact the business reporting supply chain.
• Helping participants understand where XBRL is going, who is using it, both here in the US and around the world, and how it is being implemented.
• Informing participants on the impact and issues CPAs, companies and others are likely to experience with XBRL, and the current thoughts on how these issues might be addressed and considered.

Panel
Paul Penler, Ernst & Young Executive Director, Audit Tools and Techniques, Assurance and Audit Practice
Jeff Slate, Ernst & Young Partner, National Accounting Standards Group
Matthew Slavin, Ernst & Young Associate Director, Global Audit and Assurance
Ellen Glazerman, Ernst & Young Americas Executive Director, EY Foundation and University Relations

How does live interactive webcasting work?
A webcast allows you to participate in a live event without leaving your desk by plugging into two basic communication tools: a telephone connected to a designated conference call number, and a computer with Internet access, either on a separate phone line or through a direct connection to the Internet. Once connected, you will be able to ask questions and have them answered and participate in polls real-time, among other features.

Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Credit
We anticipate that this webcast will qualify for one CPE credit. In order to receive a Certificate of Completion, you must connect to the technology and the teleconference and respond to the polling questions throughout the webcast. Certificates will be automatically sent via e-mail to those who meet the CPE requirements within approximately four weeks of the program date.

How do I register?
Please register for the webcast by 12:00 pm Eastern Time on Tuesday, March 11 in order to receive the program link and teleconference number prior to the program.

1. Click on the following URL or copy and paste it into your browser: https://ey.webex.com/ey/onstage/g.php?d=486578677&t=a
2. Click the Enroll button near the top of the page.
3. Complete the enrollment page. The asterisked fields are required. When finished, click the Submit button at the bottom right of the screen.
4. The next screen will confirm your registration. Click the Continue button at the bottom to generate your confirmation e-mail. This message will provide the information that you need to connect to the technology and join the teleconference at program start time.

Registration Questions?
If you encounter any difficulties, contact WebEx technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
U.S. and Canada (866) 863-3904
International +1 916 861-3155
Select option 4, then option 1.

We hope you will be able to join us and we look forward to your participation. If you have any questions, please send an e-mail message to anne.e.mitchell@acs-inc.com.

Anne Mitchell
Virtual Learning Producer
ACS Learning Services
Office: 216.685.6352
Fax: 866.386.7351
Mobile: 440.666.1746
anne.e.mitchell@acs-inc.com

USDA PUBLIC SERVICE LEADERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Deadline: March 15, 2008

FULL-TUITION SCHOLARSHIP and PAID INTERNSHIP
Basic Eligibility Requirements
• Be a U.S. citizen, or be in the final stages of the application process for U.S. citizenship, and will have attained citizenship within a year of being accepted to the program;
• Be a current student in good academic standing with at least a cumulative 2.75 grade point average based on a 4.0 scale;
• Attend a mandatory orientation from July 6- 12, 2008 in Washington, D.C.
• Have a strong interest in a career in public service with the USDA;
• And meet major and class level requirements of each scholarship.
Successful applicants are leaders in their community, committed to public service and intellectually curious.

The program offers:
• Full-tuition scholarship
• Paid internship
• Mentoring, and leadership training
• Permanent employment upon graduation.

Program Contact:
Sandra Peñaherrera
HSI National Student Program Manager
(210) 921-5130
Sandra.penaherrera@ars.usda.gov

Apply online for the 2008 program!
WWW.HSI.USDA.GOV

Professor Michael Newman, Director of Accountancy Programs, will be holding a FREE GMAT Prep Course starting the Friday before Spring Break, March 14th from 11:30 - 1:00 in 180 MH. 

In these sessions, Professor Newman will go over the material needed to boost your GMAT knowledge in preperation for the exam required for admission to the Master's Program in Accountancy.

The (tentative) dates for the GMAT course are as follows:  

March 14; April 4, 11, 18, 25; May 2

More information to come...  

MANet is hosting an event for career opportunities for Accounting students with ExxonMobil.

MH 126 at 4:10pm, Thursday 02/07.

Representatives from ExxonMobil (Daniel McGrill, Randall Tell, and Kacklyn Thomas) will share information about exciting career opportunities.

Free pizza and soft drinks will be served at this event.

KPMG will be on campus March 19th to interview students in the PPA and MPA for internship opportunities in their Tax, Audit, & Forensic Accounting divisions.

Students should drop off their resumes to Lisa Tillman at the front desk in 275 MH, send resumes via email to lsmithti@mail.uh.edu or by fax to 713-743-4364 by February 25th.

KPMG will receive these resumes and will schedule interview times.

Students who are in one of the Accounting Programs (PPA, MPA, or CAP) that wish to drop a class may pick up a form in our front office 275 MH or at the Welcome Center.

Please note that these forms must be signed by the instructor and according to Bauer policy by the student's academic advisor.

The deadline to drop a class with a W is  APRIL 1, 2008.

Halliburton Mixer

Tuesday February 12 2:00-6:00 PM

AIM Rotunda, First Floor, Melcher Hall

At Halliburton, you could be working on the front lines in individual field sites around the world, providing feedback to members of management on the effectiveness of their established internal controls or preparing account reconciliations and conducting reviews for business units. And that’s just the beginning. There are many job types and many opportunities, so bring a resume and come meet our partners from Halliburton. 

Please Note: Halliburton will be conducting interviews on campus through Career Services in late February. Please drop a resume off with UH Career Services by Feb. 13th for consideration.