Treasurer

clsmith9@uab.edu

Chase is a sophomore Accounting major from Muscle Shoals, Alabama. At UAB, he is an active member of the Honors College and Beta Alpha Psi. He is also an active member of the Delta Sigma Phi fraternity, where he serves as Academic Chair. Chase is an admin intern at Warren Averett, where he started in Spring 2026 and has been extended for the whole of 2026. Chase plans to enroll in the Accelerated Bachelor’s/Master’s Program to earn both degrees by the spring of 2029. Beyond academics, he enjoys reading, nature, and spending time with others. Chase previously served as an Executive Assistant during his first two semesters and is now excited to serve as Treasurer.

Social Chair

kvpatel3@uab.edu

Khevna Patel is a junior at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, majoring in Accounting with a minor in Finance and Information Systems. She is an international student from India and is involved in the Blazer Spirit Council and Collat Ambassadors at UAB, where she enjoys building connections and being part of campus life. Outside of academics, she enjoys podcasts, spending time with friends, and anything creative or artistic. After graduation, she plans to pursue her master’s degree and CPA license to continue her journey in Accounting.

Mentorship Chair

eresha@uab.edu

Emily is a senior pursuing her bachelor's in accounting, with a background in psychology and communication. She intends to receive her master's in accounting in Spring 2029. She also serves as Vice President of Student Center for the Public Trust. Outside of academia, Emily enjoys libraries, cafes, classical literature, and painting. This is her second year in Beta Alpha Psi and as a previous member of the Janet Herring Mentorship Program she is excited to help more young women become connected with professionals in their fields.

Webmaster/Social Media

vsk2@uab.edu

Veena is a junior accounting major originally from Anniston, Alabama. At UAB, she is involved as a Collat Ambassador, Vice President of Management Society at UAB, and a Resident Assistant. She has also previously served as a member of the Collat Sophomore Leadership Team, Collat Freshman Leadership Team, and a Business Bound Student Leader. After graduation, she plans to pursue a Master’s in Accounting and obtain her CPA license. Outside of academics, she enjoys trying new restaurants, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.