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Michael Penn is a Senior Lecturer in Accountancy at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he has been a faculty member since 2018. He completed his Ph.D. in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting at Pennsylvania State University in 2012. Prior to his current position, he served as an Assistant Professor at Florida State University from 2012 to 2018 and had various academic roles at Penn State University from 2007 to 2012, contributing to the field through both teaching and research. He has been recognized for his teaching excellence multiple times, receiving accolades from students at the University of Illinois for his effective teaching methodology. His research interests primarily involve the intersection of tax policy and accounting practices, with significant publications in reputable journals. Penn also has a background in practical accounting and auditing within the Department of Defense and as part of banking operations, which complements his academic pursuits and informs his research and teaching.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • Champaign, IL
Teaching various accounting courses with a focus on financial reporting standards and business analytics.
Florida State University • Tallahassee, FL
Conducting research and teaching courses related to accounting.
Penn State University • University Park, PA
Engaged in research activities while teaching undergraduate accounting students.
Department of Defense • Various Locations
Performed audits and financial assessments for defense contract projects.
Bank of America • Tucson, AZ
Involved in banking operations and customer service.
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