Amber Young is a current graduate student in the Master’s of Business Analytics program at Penn State University. Before returning to school, Amber was a Senior Assurance Associate out of the PwC Philadelphia office in the Health and Higher Education industries, working on financial statements, uniform guidance, and NCAA audits. She graduated from West Chester University in 2021 with a B.S. in Accounting and dual minors in White Collar Crime and Economics. During her time at WCU, she served as the Community Service Officer and President of the Nu Zeta chapter of Beta Alpha Psi where her passion to guide the upcoming generations grew exponentially.
In her personal life, Amber resides on her family farm in South Central Pennsylvania where they have horses, dogs, cats, and bunnies. Additionally, music is a huge part of her life. She was honored to be a member of the West Chester University Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band for the 2017 and 2018 seasons. Outside of her performing years, she has attended well over 60 concerts of well-known and upcoming artists over the past 14 years with many more to come!
Before Amber was the 2024-2027 Alumni Advocate/Taskforce Chair, she served as the 2023-2024 Midwest and Missouri Valley Mid-Year Representative, she was the 2022-2023 Atlantic Coast Mid-Year Representative. Amber is elated to continue serving in BAP as an Alumni Advocate to assist in bridging the gap between students and professionals! Feel free to reach out at the contact information below!
Through Beta Alpha Psi, we are provided an opportunity to engage with a motivated network of future professionals, sharing insights, offering resources, and fostering connections that help prepare them for successful careers in the field. This collaboration not only benefits students but also enriches the accounting profession by cultivating a continuous pipeline of well-prepared and motivated talent.
Teka Miller-Alston
Director of Engagement
North Carolina Association of CPAs