Angel Smith

Angel Smith is an Instructor in the Department of Accounting and Finance at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), affiliated with the Collat School of Business since October 2009. She holds a Master of Accounting (2000) and a Bachelor of Business in Accounting (1999), both from UAB. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Internal Auditor, her professional experience includes roles at Ernst & Young LLP and the Cobb County School District before transitioning to academia.

Education:

• Master of Accounting, UAB, 2000
• Bachelor of Business (Accounting), UAB, 1999

Her expertise focuses on accounting education, auditing practices, and financial management. She has taught numerous courses, including 'Intro to Decision-Driven AC' and 'Financial AC Foundations,' emphasizing practical application of accounting principles. In 2011, she was honored with the Loudell Ellis Robinson Teaching Excellence Award for her instructional impact.

Professional Activities:

• Community Service: Board Member-Treasurer of the Drug Education Council (2012–2015+), Salvation Army of Coastal Alabama volunteer
• Professional Development: Regular participation in instructional-related conferences and technology training

Advising & Mentorship: Co-advisor for Beta Alpha Psi and co-chair of the Accounting Scholarships and Awards Committee, fostering student success and professional development.