Accountancy & Taxation

Carmenza Arreaga

"I'm a first generation college student and the first person in my entire family to earn a bachelor's degree. I chose the UH Bauer Accountancy program because of its recruiting opportunities. I knew I wanted to work for one of the Big Four, and staying here in Houston ­ the home to many oil, gas and energy companies ­ would be a smart move toward a successful career path."

Profile

Degree program: Professional Program in Accountancy and MS ACCY
Hometown: Houston, Texas
Work wxperience: I've always maintained a job throughout my college career. I worked at the Houston Chronicle and then interned for KPMG, Calpine and now Invesco AIM.
Just for fun: I love to be an active member of Bauer's Hispanic Business Student Association and mentor new members. I am also active in Houston's art community; my younger sister is an artist, so I'm always attending gallery openings and art fundraisers with her.
Favorite places on campus: the Starbucks on the 2nd floor of Melcher Hall; it's just like any community where most people know each other
Favorite places in Houston: Discovery Green and Kemah; ­ I love to spend time outside and take in some of the nice (most of the time!), warm Houston weather

 

MS ACCY candidate Carmenza Arreaga enjoys the view at John Palmer Art Studio in Houston.