Samford’s chapter of the Financial Management Association (FMA) has been recognized as a Superior Chapter for 2021. The highest honor an FMA student chapter can attain, this recognition is awarded to less than 10% of all FMA student chapters. Samford was one of only 19 schools in the country selected this year.

 

To be considered as a Superior Chapter, student groups must have completed four of eight required activities by the FMA. Samford’s chapter excelled during the year while participating in the 2021 FMA Virtual Finance Leaders' Conference, hosted a minimum of eight career development programs during the academic year, published a chapter resume book, and hosted a career fair.

 

According to Anna-Leigh Stone, assistant professor of finance, Samford’s chapter went above and beyond during an unprecedented year to achieve this recognition. Under the leadership of chapter officers Jenny Chin-Lai, president, and Cassidy Goble, vice president of events, the students were engaged and determined to have a successful year.

 

“It is an honor to receive the FMA Superior Chapter Award,” Stone said. “This award demonstrates the drive of our students to be engaged in out-of-the-classroom activities, especially during a difficult year when events had to be held virtually.”