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Dr. Amy Yurko is an Associate Professor of Accounting at the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business, Duquesne University. She specializes in tax accounting, executive compensation design, and corporate governance, with a focus on how taxes influence taxpayer decisions and marriage policies.
Education:
- Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh, Katz School of Business (2014)
- J.D., University of Pittsburgh, School of Law (1986)
- B.A., University of Pittsburgh (1983)
Her research explores topics such as executive compensation under IRS Section 162(m), marriage tax penalties, and tax policy impacts on societal decisions. She integrates data analytics into teaching, emphasizing improved student comprehension and communication. Dr. Yurko has been recognized with awards including the KPMG Faculty Fellow (2021–2024) and the Eugene P. Beard Outstanding Service Award (2022).
She supervises the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, fostering experiential learning while serving the community. Previously, she practiced law for over two decades at Coopers & Lybrand/PwC, specializing in tax and estate planning.
Key Contributions:
- Editorial board member of the ATA Journal of Legal Tax Research and Journal of Forensic and Investigative Accounting
- Recipient of multiple research grants and innovation awards
- Advocate for curriculum modernization through data analytics
