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Congressional Proclamation
In honor of the 100th anniversary of the Journal of Accountancy.

Letter From Outgoing AICPA Board Chair Robert L. Bunting and Incoming Chair Leslie Murphy

AICPA Disaster Recovery Initiatives

Message From AICPA President and CEO Barry C. Melancon

100 Years of the Journal
Barbara J. Shildneck
The profession in 1,200 issues.

It’s Great to Be 100
The JofA is not the only centenarian around—1905 was a vintage year for many.

Seven Voices From the Profession
A group of prominent leaders, brought together by historian Gary John Previts, considers the accounting profession’s recent past and its future.

Did You Know…
Barbara J. Shildneck
We’ve uncovered some unusual details about the JofA—and the profession itself.

Accounting for the Journal’s First 100 Years: A Timeline From 1905 to 2005
Stephanie Moussalli
For a century of U.S. accounting, the JofA has recorded the growth of regulations, organizations and technological innovations.

The Accounting Profession: Looking Ahead
Cynthia Harrington
If the last century of progress is any indication, you won’t recognize the profession 100 years from now. Fasten your seat belts.

Not Your Grandfather’s CPA Firm
Randy Myers
From the Burroughs Registering Accountant in the early 1900s to the laptop and virtual office of today—who would have dreamed of such progress?

Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Maureen Nevin Duffy
When the JofA was launched, CPAs performed only a narrow range of jobs. Today the sky is the limit as accountants hold all manner of positions in both the public and private sectors.

A History of Determination
Phaedra Brotherton
Despite challenges, minority CPAs have held fast to a commitment to succeed. Numerous initiatives will continue to help others take a place in the profession.

Why I Became a CPA
Readers share their reasons, tongue-in-cheek.

Thirty Years at the Helm
A look at the JofA through the eyes of its current editor and two former editors.

Lawler Award Winners
The JofA’s literary luminaries.

JofA Editorial Advisory Board
The professionals who review JofA articles for monthly publication.

Events That Shaped a Century
People, politics and policies behind what’s covered in the JofA’s pages.

Lights, Camera, Accountants
Vince Nolan
Accounting—and accountants—as seen through the eyes of Hollywood filmmakers.

What’s Next?

A Tour of Tomorrow’s Technology
Randolph P. Johnston
Recent history shows change comes faster than we expect and in ways we can’t foresee. The author describes what technologies lie ahead for the profession.

Playing a Leadership Role in International Convergence
Charles A. Horstmann
As the world focuses on international standards, the U.S. accounting profession can seize the chance to influence the process.

Exploring the Global Marketplace
Susan Jones
Globalization of the economy is making the world a smaller place. How can CPAs take advantage of the opportunities?

Take a Seat in the Boardroom
Dennis R. Beresford
Sarbanes-Oxley prompted more companies to ask CPAs to become members of their boards of directors and audit committees. Here’s some advice on what CPAs need to know to succeed in this role.

Accounting Education Changes Course
Randy Myers
Educators are making sure accounting students are well-equipped to analyze, apply and communicate their learning in a real-world context.

Crossword Puzzle for Accountants
Robert Tie
An exercise for the mind.

Letter From Editor-in-Chief
Colleen Katz
It’s been a very good year.