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From Inaugural MPAc Graduate to Mentor: Larry Yee Honored With 2026 Outstanding Service Award
Career journey spans PwC, venture finance and fintech while giving back to the next generation of MPAc students
Lawrence “Larry” Yee MPAc 13 accepted the Outstanding Service Award in recognition of his longstanding commitment to the UC Davis Graduate School of Management and the Master of Professional Accountancy community.
How Three GSM Alumni Are Redefining What It Means to Lead
Alumni Association Award recipients: Harpreet Singh MBA 10, Larry Yee MPAc 13 and Sara Howard MBA 19
The GSM Alumni Association honors three graduates whose leadership, service and innovation are making an impact in business, technology and health care.
Meet Our 2026 Commencement Student Speakers
Graduates reflect on growth, challenge and what's next
Three members of the Class of 2026 will take the stage at Commencement to share their inspirations, experiences, and journeys with their fellow graduates, families and friends. We asked them about their student experience and what's next.
How the UC Davis Master of Professional Accountancy (MPAc) Helped Me Pass the CPA Exams
Building the foundation to launch my career at PwC San Francisco
Alumna Andi Casner, an audit associate at PwC in San Francisco, passed all four CPA exams on her first attempt. She shares her study habits and UC Davis MPAc experiences that made it happen.
Navigating from Big Four Accounting to Wine Industry Finance
Using technical accounting skills to move into investment banking and advisory
From Big Four accounting to wine industry dealmaking, UC Davis MPAc alumnus Griffin Mitchell followed his instinct over a rigid plan. His journey proves the right foundation doesn’t just prepare you—it expands what’s possible.
How I Got a Deloitte Offer Without an Accounting Background
What UC Davis MPAc taught me about standing out
He almost skipped the Deloitte table. Chris Ngan MPAc 26 walked into Meet the Firms convinced his background disqualified him—until one conversation reframed everything and changed his career trajectory.
From Farming Roots to Big Four in The City: UC Davis MPAc Opens Doors
First-gen alum builds career at EY in San Francisco
From first-gen student to senior associate at EY, Eduardo credits the UC Davis MPAc program for sharpening his skills, expanding his network and opening doors to Big Four success.
5 Ways UC Davis Set Me Up for Success at Big Four Firm PwC
MPAc alumna shares advice for prospective students
MPAc alumna Diana Tran shares five ways the UC Davis MPAc program prepared her for success as an audit associate at PwC, from communication and teamwork to finding real balance.
Meet Our 2025 Commencement Student Speakers
Graduates reflect on growth, challenge and what comes next
Three graduates from the UC Davis Graduate School of Management will take the stage this Commencement Day to share their inspirations, experiences, and journeys with their fellow graduates, families, and friends.
The Power of Paying It Forward with Mentorship
Plus, my three tips to help you succeed in corporate accounting
First-gen college student and MPAc alumna Shaneil McKenzie-Guyher shares how UC Davis' culture and curriculum helped her transition to the corporate world, empowering her to give back by mentoring young professionals.
MPAc Alumna Prepares for Future at PwC
Diana Tran earned a major scholarship and Big 4 job offer before MPAc started
Alumna Diana Tran highlights how the MPAc program enhanced her technical skills, including data analytics, and interpersonal skills, such as presentations and teamwork, effectively preparing her for her role at PwC.
MPAc to CPA Excellence at a Big Four
Deloitte sets the foundation for professional growth and career success
Bruce Ye MPAc 23 reflects on his journey from financial associate to CPA achiever at Deloitte, leveraging UC Davis' MPAc program to excel in auditing and career growth.