Wall Receives Prestigious CFA Certification
Dr. Richard Wall, professor of economics/finance, has been named a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) by the Association for Investment Management and Research (AIMR). The CFA Charter is the only globally recognized credential for investment analysis and management.
In order to receive this prestigious designation, Wall had to complete a graduate level, self-study curriculum and a series of three challenging examinations that typically require 800 hours of study. The curriculum covers ethical and professional standards, accounting and financial statement analysis, economics, portfolio management and analysis and valuation of debt, equity and alternative investments. Candidates must also pledge to adhere to the stringent ethical standards set forth by AIMR and sign an annual statement attesting to their compliance.
In addition to the CFA program, AIMR is known for its industry leading advocacy and standard setting work, encouraging full and fair disclosure of financial information for investors and anyone interested in investment decision making.
Canisius Chapter of American Chemical Society Receives Top Honors
The Canisius student chapter of the American Chemical Society (ACS) has been selected to receive an “outstanding” award by the national organization for its activities conducted during the 2002-2003 academic year. Dr. Steven Szczepankiewicz, assistant professor of chemistry is the faculty advisor for the chapter. He will travel with the students to the 227th ACS national meeting in Anaheim, California on March 28, 2004 to accept the award. In addition, the chapter’s accomplishment will be noted in Chemical and Engineering News, the society’s official news magazine, and in Chemistry, the student affiliate magazine.
Reppert Named Assistant Director of Annual Fund
Kirsten Reppert is the new assistant director of the annual fund. Her responsibilities include managing fund-raising telephone solicitations in the Annual Fund Call Center, as well as assisting with direct-mail solicitations and stewardship programs for donors.
Reppert previously worked for Juniata College, first as assistant director of development and then assistant director of the annual fund. She has a bachelor’s degree in politics and constitutional law from Juniata College.