2017 Best Brightest Kari Jurewicz, Michigan State (Broad)

2017 Best Brightest: Kari Jurewicz, Michigan State (Broad) by: Jeff Schmitt on April 08, 2017 | 0 Comments Comments 528 Views April 8, 2017Kari JurewiczMichigan State University, Broad College of BusinessYou will never catch me without a smile!Fun fact about yourself: I ran my first half marathon this past summer at Higgins Lake in Northern Michigan and I placed 2nd in my age group.Hometown: White Lake, MIHigh School: International AcademyMajor: AccountingFavorite Business Courses: Intermediate Financial Accounting; Federal Income Tax Accounting; and General Business Law: Law, Policy, and Ethics.Extracurricular Activities, Community Work and Leadership Roles During CollegeACTIVITIESBroad College of Business Student Senate: PresidentPrinciples of Financial Accounting 201: Student Teaching AssistantMSU Volunteer Income Tax Assistant Program: Volunteer Tax PreparerDeloitte Campus Crew: Student RecruiterBroad Scholar Program: Student Researcher and Market AnalystBroad College of Bu siness: Student Tour GuideDay at State: Prospective Student HostResidential Business Program: MemberParticipant at various public accounting leadership conferences:Deloitte National Leadership Conference, West Lake, TXKPMG’s Fast Forward National Leadership Program, Los Angeles, CAPlante Moran’s Challenge National Leadership Program, Southfield, MIPwC’s Elevate Leadership Program, Detroit, MIKPMG’s Discover Leadership Program, Detroit, MIHONORS ACCOMPLISHMENTSMSU Honors CollegeDean’s ListThe Hibbert Family Foundation ScholarshipDepartment of Accounting Information Systems ScholarshipInternational Baccalaureate Diploma Recipient – International AcademyCommunity Choice Credit Union ScholarshipMichigan State Alumni Club of Oakland County ScholarshipItalian American Club of Livonia ScholarshipWhere have you interned during your college career? Deloitte, Detroit, MI, Summer 2016: Tax Intern in the Research Development and Government Incentives Department. I will be a returning intern in the summer of 2017.Describe your dream Job: My dream job would be to run my own nonprofit company in Detroit. I have grown up in Michigan and lived here my whole life. I love the history, culture, and people. I want to one day give back by doing something I know best, too, which is business.Who is your favorite professor? My favorite professor is my intermediate accounting professor, Stephen Brigham. His energy and passion for teaching made me realize a future in the accounting profession is exciting.What did you enjoy most about majoring in a business-related field? I have mostly enjoyed meeting, understanding, and connecting with individuals. Business has allowed me to combine my technical skills and personal skills.Where would you like to work after graduation?  I am excited to have accepted a position in the RD and Government Incentives Tax Department at Deloitte.What are your long-term professional goals? I will be getting my maste r’s in accounting with a specialization in taxation next year, and my goal is to pass the CPA exam within the next year. In the longer term, I hope to receive my MBA and start my own nonprofit company.â€Å"I knew I wanted to major in business when†¦I took economics in high school and I realized business allowed me to combine my interest in math and people.†Ã¢â‚¬Å"If I didn’t major in business, I would be†¦an engineer or a teacher.†Ã¢â‚¬Å"Before I entered business school, I wish I had known†¦Ã¢â‚¬ Honestly, I do not think I would change what I knew. Entering into business school with a fresh mind, eagerness, and curiosity allowed me to take advantage of every learning opportunity. Not knowing what would happen for my future continuously motivated me to ensure I worked hard for where I wanted it to be.†What was the happiest moment of your life? The happiest moment of my life was the first time I went camping with my family in Northern Michigan. We had a bonfire on the beach and no one else was there. It is my fondest memory of true happiness and bliss.Which academic, extracurricular or personal achievement are you most proud of? My proudest personal achievement was being elected by my peers as President of the Broad College of Business Student Senate. I was honored to be viewed as a leader and a voice for the student body.What animal would you choose to represent your professional brand? I would choose a pug because they are playful, yet loyal. They are also my favorite animal. If one thing would have to represent my professional brand, I want it to be something I am passionate about!Who would you most want to thank for your success? My mom and sister; they are the strongest, most independent, and humble women I know. My mom has worked hard her entire life to support me in every way imaginable. Every person she meets, she finds a way to bring a smile to their face. I hope to live every day with her energy and kin dness.My sister, who is in medical school at MSU, is my role model.   She motivates me to be the best version of myself every day. Whenever I need advice or a good laugh, she is my biggest supporter.What would you like your business school peers to say about you after you graduate from this program? She made an impact.Favorite book: The Great GatsbyFavorite movie: Good Will HuntingFavorite musical performer: Kenny ChesneyFavorite vacation spot: Frankfort, MIWhat are your hobbies? Running, basketball, yoga, cooking, skiingWhat made Kari such an invaluable addition to the Class of 2017?â€Å"Kari Jurewicz was without a doubt one of the most invaluable students in our 2017 class at the Broad College of Business at Michigan State University. Kari embraced the spirit that â€Å"Spartans Will!† by standing out in multiple ways. First, she was one of our most high-achieving students in the classroom. As a member of our Honors College, she finished her undergraduate degree within three years and maintained an incredibly high, if not perfect, grade point average.   Second, she was an outstanding leader as the president of our Broad College Student Senate. While holding this position, she very capably moved the group forward in both tangible and intangible ways that will have lasting impact.Under her leadership, our Student Senate became energized and more productive. She leads by example, by simply doing what needs to be done with positive energy, care for her fellow students, and a smile. Third, she served as an excellent student assistant for our introductory financial accounting course.   In this capacity she was a member of a team of ten students assisting the professor in delivering this course to more than 600 students a semester. She worked ten hours a week in this position, tutoring in the help room as well as performing some administrative tasks associated with the course. I had the opportunity to directly observe Kari tutoring students and notic ed her demonstrating patience and creativity in helping the students understand the course material.The Broad College has greatly benefited from Kari’s involvement. She is an outstanding young woman, and I am confident that Kari Jurewicz will well represent the Broad College at Michigan State University as one of Poets Quants’ Best and Brightest Graduates of 2017.†Professor Kathy Petroni Deloitte/Michael Licata Professor of Accounting Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs Broad College of Business Michigan State UniversityDONT MISS: THE FULL HONOR ROLL: THE BEST BRIGHTEST UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS MAJORS OF 2017 Page 1 of 11

3 essential tips for the MCAT Psychology/Sociology section

Studying for the MCAT Psychology/Sociology section can feel daunting at first – there are so many terms to memorize, and often test-takers have never taken a formal psychology class. Though it may seem impossible to learn this on your own, there are several techniques that can make preparing for this section manageable (and even fun!). 1. Anki all the way Many students have success using Anki, a flashcard software that uses spaced repetition to increase long-term retention. Anki doesn’t have the most user-friendly interface, so expect to spend some time figuring out how to make cards that work for you. Still, it is a great way to drill terms. Additionally, it may be a tool you want to use in medical school, so you’ll continue to reap the rewards of investing in Anki. One of the best ways to study for this section is to purchase a review book and work your way through the chapters. Make Anki cards for facts and terms as you go through the book, and keep up with drilling your old cards. Use the book’s glossary to quiz yourself on terminology, or as a way to review vocabulary from many different subjects quickly. 2. Use context clues to define terms you don’t know Students often are frustrated because the MCAT can be a little unclear about what terms actually could be tested. You may think you’re ready because you know the Princeton Review glossary by heart, then become frustrated when you see completely new terms pop up on your next practice test. A huge hurdle to get over is accepting that it is impossible to know exactly what will be covered, so learning how to use context clues and process of elimination to deal with unfamiliar terms is a critical skill to develop on practice tests. 3. Diversify your study materials Exposure to multiple sources of study material will pay off because each resource will emphasize different terms. I have found Khan Academy MCAT psychology and sociology videos are the most comprehensive of all resources. Use a review book such as the Princeton Review or ExamKrackers for the majority of your studying, but mix in some Khan Academy videos on less familiar topics. As an unconventional tip, some students listen to the Khan Academy audio while commuting or doing chores – just be sure to pick a video where visuals aren’t important. Though you may feel like this section is simply rote memorization, remember that the terms you’re memorizing are foundational to your future work as a doctor. Handling terms and concepts in context will help you apply them to the test, and to your future career. The MCAT is a large and important step on your path to medicine – we’re rooting for you! The road to medical school is long, and the MCAT is one of its most formidable challenges. You will be relieved to know that what you learned in your premedical courses is actually on the test. But studying for the MCAT is more about taking that knowledge stored way back there in the nooks and crannies of your mind, bringing it to the fore, and then learning to twist and stretch it in the ways the MCAT tests. In reality, studying for the MCAT is no more (or less) difficult than spending late hours on a physics problem set or an entire weekend on an organic chemistry lab report. Just like these other tasks, the MCAT requires endurance and follow-through, but it becomes significantly more manageable when you work with a Cambridge Coaching MCAT tutor, like Rae, to apply a structured, systematic, and strategic approach to your studying. Taking the MCAT in 2019-20? Take a look at some other helpful blog posts below! Don’t make the MCAT CARS section harder than it needs to be! Build on your existing reading skills. MCAT score plateaus: why they happen, and what to do about them 5 Ways To Improve Your MCAT Studying Without Studying For The MCAT