Christi Hayne

Christi Hayne is a Lecturer in the Accounting Department at Transylvania University, where she mentors students and bridges her legal and accounting expertise to foster problem-solving skills. After a decade-long career in law, including roles in tax and bankruptcy litigation, she returned to her alma mater to teach Principles of Accounting and Intermediate Accounting, driven by her passion for education and liberal arts integration.

• J.D., University of Kentucky College of Law (2007)
• M.S., Accounting, University of Kentucky (2004)
• B.A., Accounting, Transylvania University (2003)

Hayne’s research interests revolve around the intersection of accounting and law, emphasizing the dynamic application of rules and codes to real-world scenarios. Her teaching philosophy mirrors her legal training: cultivating critical thinking over rote memorization.

She has received prestigious accolades, including the CALI Award, Order of the Coif, and recognition from the Kentucky Law Journal. Beyond academia, she advises the Chi Omega sorority, teaches financial literacy through the CARE program, and engages with the Parent-Teacher Advisory Council at Beaumont Middle School.