Howard Bunsis

Howard Bunsis is a Professor of Accounting at Eastern Michigan University, serving as Faculty Advisor for the Accounting Club and Beta Alpha Psi. He also holds leadership roles as President of the Eastern Michigan chapter of the American Association of University Professors and former EMU NCAA Faculty Representative.

Education

• Ph.D., University of Chicago
• MBA, University of Chicago
• J.D., Fordham Law School
• B.S., University of Pennsylvania

Research Interests

Dr. Bunsis specializes in financial accounting, governmental accounting, and the legal environment of nonprofit organizations, with significant work on pension benefits and stock market reactions to accounting disclosures. His research bridges legal frameworks and financial reporting, particularly examining Supreme Court impacts on IPO liability and SEC enforcement effects on capital markets.

Research Trends

His publication record (1997-2003) reveals consistent focus on empirical analysis of accounting standards' real-world consequences, especially regarding postretirement healthcare benefits and market reactions to write-offs. Work frequently intersects law, finance, and regulatory policy, with presentations at national conferences including the Michigan Association of CPAs.

Awards

• EMU's Distinguished Faculty Teaching Award (2002)

Advising and Professional Service

Dr. Bunsis mentors students through Accounting Club and Beta Alpha Psi advisement while serving on the Department's Curriculum and Personnel Committee. As a licensed attorney and CPA, he integrates legal expertise in pension law with academic work, though specific research grants aren't detailed in available materials.