Emily Wright

Emily Wright serves as an Assistant Professor of Accounting at Illinois College, teaching within the Accounting program. She is based in Kirby Learning Center, Room 242, with contact details including phone 217.245.3421 and email emily.wright@ic.edu.

Her academic credentials include:

• M.B.A. from Webster University
• B.A. in Business-Economics (Accounting) from Illinois College

Professor Wright specializes in Financial Accounting and Auditing, emphasizing conceptual understanding of U.S. GAAP principles rather than rote memorization. She actively guides students in exploring diverse accounting career trajectories, highlighting how accounting degrees open pathways to specialized roles across multiple industries. Her teaching philosophy centers on demystifying regulatory frameworks while helping learners identify their professional interests within the field.

As an academic advisor, she provides personalized mentorship to students navigating accounting specializations and career decisions, though specific advisees are not documented in available materials.