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Centennial Celebration of Our Institute

Vincent C. Ross Institute of Accounting Research

Exploring New Frontiers of Accounting and Related Disciplines


Mission Statement

In 1971, Vincent C. Ross established and endowed this research institute.  As such, we are the oldest continuous research center at the Stern School of Business.  Consistent with Vincent C. Ross' goals, we have created an environment where research flourishes and where executives, accountants, attorneys, regulators, and academics work together.  Over the years, the Institute has organized and sponsored distinguished lectures, executive education programs, professional conferences, and roundtables.  Our conferences and roundtables are done on a stand-alone basis, and also in collaboration with other research centers at Stern and at the NYU Law School.  The Vincent C. Ross Institute currently funds student scholarships at the Stern School of Business.  Our focus is on exploring the interlink between accounting and other current business areas, such as finance, ESG, corporate governance, fintech, and emerging technologies.

The Center was made possible through an endowed gift from alumnus Vincent C. Ross (C'21).

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Time to Celebrate the 100th Anniversary

The Ross Institute is celebrating the 100th anniversary of our benefactor's graduation from the NYU School of Commerce, Accounts, and Finance in 1921.  We also are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the Institute.

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Funding and Partnership Opportunities

Gifts of all sizes significantly impact the Ross Institute of Accounting.  Last academic year, the Ross celebrated the golden anniversary of its establishment and the centennial of its benefactor, Vincent C. Ross’s, graduation from the (then) NYU School of Commerce.  Part of this celebration included the launch of this website.  Please contact Brenda Smith, Director, Major Gifts, to explore funding opportunities at 202-368-9703 or brenda.smith@stern.nyu.edu.
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First Accounting Department Newsletter

We are proud to share our first newsletter with you, which is filled with the latest news about our accounting programs at NYU Stern School of Business.  Each edition will include news about our department programs and feature selected faculty members, current students, and recent graduates.
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April Klein

Director of the Vincent C. Ross Institute of Accounting Research, Professor of Accounting, and KPMG Faculty Fellow.