(1) To promote interchapter activities, (2) to encourage student interest in emerging issues in accounting thought and practice, (3) to provide students the opportunity to develop communication skills—both written and oral, (4) to provide members with the opportunity to exchange ideas concerning chapter operations and activities in both formal and informal settings, and (5) to provide the opportunity for general leadership training for officers and members.

Regional meetings were attended by 1,136 individuals representing 201 chapters. Workshops for chapter activities were held by/for members. The National Office funded $40,000 for nine regional meetings. Each of the regional meetings was supported by members of the Advisory Forum and attended by at least one national board member and the respective Regional Director. A summary of regional meetings is as follows:

Region Student Participants Papers and Presentations Chapters Represented Missouri Valley 83 7 15 Northwest 63 11 10 Southeast 146 14 36 Atlantic Coast 182 11 36 Midwest 194 21 38 No. California/Nevada 29 4 8 Rocky Mountain 146 23 15 Southwest 174 19 29 So. California/Arizona 119 11 14

Members of the National Council extend their appreciation to each student, faculty advisor, and professional who contributed to the success of these programs. Thanks also goes to the faculty advisors and students who hosted the regionals.