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Charles Neal is a Professor of Accounting in the School of Business at Alfred State College, where he has maintained a continuous 29-year tenure since 1977 with a ten-month appointment. His extensive administrative service includes roles as Interim Dean of the School of Management & Engineering Technology (2004-2006), Dean of the School of Business Technology (1991-1993), and multiple department chairmanships within business disciplines.
Education:
- AAS in Accounting from Alfred State College (1974)
- BS in Accounting from University of Buffalo (1976)
- MBA from Saint Bonaventure University (1983)
Professor Neal's research and teaching expertise centers on Accounting and Taxation, with significant contributions to Educational Technology in academic settings. His work focuses on practical computing applications for resource-constrained institutions, particularly through curriculum development for Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Tax Accounting, and Computer Applications of Accounting. He emphasizes bridging theoretical accounting principles with real-world technological implementations.
His scholarly output demonstrates consistent interest in institutional technology adoption, specifically examining how small colleges can develop effective campus-wide computing frameworks as evidenced by his 1993 publication on campus computing strategies.
Scientific Awards:
- S.U.N.Y. Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching (2002)
- "Teacher of the Year" - Business Division (1982)
Professor Neal maintains an active professional practice as a part-time Tax Preparer with Gerald F. Wiles, CPA since 1979, directly applying academic expertise to real-world taxation scenarios. His career reflects deep institutional commitment through continuous service in academic leadership, curriculum development, and professional practice integration.
