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During finals week, when stress runs high across campus, D'Amore-McKim student Anthony Casabianca brings an unexpected dose of joy.

As the year comes to a close, D'Amore-McKim students are pausing to reflect on how far they've come—and where they're headed next.

“If you're serious about accounting, the PlusOne program is a game-changer. It is a strong academic and professional asset that gives you graduate-level experience during your fourth year of undergrad. It puts you ahead in the job market and helps you prepare for the CPA while gaining real-world experience.” – Justin Soriano, MS in Accounting'26, BS in Business Administration with a concentration in accounting'26

“And it's not just theory. The classes are really hands-on. In my Auditing in a Big Data Environment course, we focused on work paper documentation and how to use current tech platforms, which helped prepare me for my corporate residency. These skills are especially valuable as technology transforms audit every day.” – Lucy Ross, MS in Accounting'25

“I no longer just know where numbers go on a schedule; I understand why they go there. That clarity has made me much more efficient and confident in my role.” – Zerek Gutierrez, MS in Accounting'25

My experience with Bloomberg Terminal through the 360 Huntington Fund gave me a strong advantage in finance. I learned how to access real-time market data, analyze trends, and build valuation models using professional-grade tools. Bloomberg isn't just about data, it's about making informed decisions quickly, and mastering it gave me a competitive edge.” – Anshika Gupta, MS in Quantitative Finance'25

When students from Northeastern's Oakland campus teamed up with NVIDIA engineers, they got a front-row look at how cutting-edge AI is reshaping industry. Through hands-on workshops, lab tours, and real-world problem-solving sessions, students explored everything from accelerated computing to responsible AI design.

“What stood out right away was how thoughtfully the program was designed for career changers like me. It didn't require an accounting degree, but it offered a rigorous curriculum tailored for the CPA exam, a paid corporate residency, and a dual-degree structure that felt like a launchpad instead of a detour. That mix gave me the confidence to go for it.” – Jaewoo Bang, MS in Accounting/MBA'25