Teacher Appreciation Week!

The work teachers do matters to students, and our communities. Let’s take a moment to say 'thank you'!

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week.  

Important Spring 2025 Student Survey! Please complete.

Important Spring 2025 Student Survey!  Questions about type of classes (in person, hybrid, online, blended etc) and also length of classes (8 weeks, 12 weeks, 16 weeks).  Please provide your valuable feedback so we can ensure student success in our program.  Please disregard the due date.

Link to survey:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5hxBSf5v6sY_-LyHsRbUm_fO5BxgbZGHU70Tce8_fXPpI3Q/viewform

MATC Accounting Programs Student Spotlight: Alla Baizuldina

Please meet Alla, who is a student and mentor in the Accounting program at MATC.  Thank you for sharing your INSPIRATIONAL story!

My name is Alla Baizuldina, and I am currently a student at Milwaukee Area Technical College, pursuing an Associate Degree in Accounting. I moved to the United States three years ago after fleeing the war in my home country, Ukraine.

• Before coming to the U.S., I had a successful career as a Radiologist MD for nearly 15 years. Alongside my medical profession, my husband and I also founded and operated a small family-run healthcare business in Ukraine, which we managed for 17 years. 
• After arriving in the U.S., I completed five ESL courses within one year to strengthen my English skills and soon after decided to pursue a new professional path in accounting. I have always enjoyed working with numbers, solving problems, and paying close attention to detail—qualities that make accounting a great fit for me. It also offers strong career prospects. 
• In the Fall 2024 semester, I worked as an accounting tutor for the Accounting 1 course at MATC, helping other students understand key concepts. Most recently, I completed a full-time internship during the 2025 tax season at a small Accounting and Tax firm in Muskego, where I gained hands-on experience in tax preparation and client support. 
• In addition, I volunteered in the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program through my Applied Individual Income Tax class, providing free tax help to individuals in the community.
• My short-term goal is to gain more practical experience in the accounting field through part-time work while I complete my degree in December 2026. I want to apply what I’m learning in real-world settings. After graduation, I plan to work full time as a staff accountant or accounting assistant, with the long-term goal of specializing in tax accounting or small business financial services.
• Through my college experience, I hope to gain not only technical knowledge in accounting, but also the confidence and communication skills. MATC has given me the opportunity to learn from experienced instructors, connect with peers, and participate in hands-on programs like tutoring, internships, and volunteer work. 
• Outside of my academic and professional life, I enjoy a variety of activities that help me stay balanced and inspired. I love reading, enjoy art and music, and try to visit museums or cultural events whenever I can. Traveling is another passion of mine. I appreciate learning about different cultures and exploring new places. Most importantly, I deeply value spending time with my large family. It’s a source of strength and support for me, and I cherish the moments we share together.
• I am actively involved in volunteering with the Ukrainian community, contributing to different initiatives aimed at supporting my homeland during these challenging times. In addition, I volunteer at a local hospice, where I visit an elderly woman regularly to provide companionship and emotional support. 

MATC VITA - Another record breaking year!

We truly appreciate all of the time and effort you put in to serve the community this tax season. With 53 volunteers, we successfully filed 812 federal tax returns and 887 state tax returns, a 57% increase in the total number of returns filed compared to last year (which was also a record year). This work resulted in more than $1.3 million in total refunds brought back to the greater Milwaukee community. But more importantly, we provided a free service that may otherwise cost hundreds of dollars, something that is not affordable for most of our clients. You all should be very proud!

We sent a survey to all clients who successfully filed their return with us. Of the nearly 170 respondents, 96% said they plan to use our service again next year and 99% said they would recommend the MATC VITA program to their friends and family. Respondents rated their overall satisfaction with MATC VITA at an average of 4.9 out of 5 (1 = not at all satisfied, 5 = very satisfied).

Thank you again for all of your hard work this tax season. We hope to have you back with VITA next year!

Nell and Danica

 

Register For Summer and Fall by Academic & Career Pathway!

 

Get Ready to Register For Summer and Fall by Academic & Career Pathway!

Students in a degree, diploma or certificate program and taking classes this semester will continue to have an earlier opportunity to register. matc.edu/register is your home base for updates and links once registration opens.

See these key dates:

Continuing students (currently enrolled in a degree, diploma or certificate program):

• Monday, April 7: Military veterans
• Tuesday, April 8: Community Education; Healthcare pathway
• Wednesday, April 9: Business & Management, STEM pathways

• Plan ahead! You can view flexible class options for Summer and Fall 2025 in 
• the Self-Service catalog!
  • In-person, blended, hybrid and online class types available.
  • Choose your start date:
    • Summer:
      • Week of June 8
    • Fall 2025:
      • Week of August 17 (16-and eight-week)
      • Week of September 14 (12 week)
      • Week of October 12 (second eight-week)

Need help finding your Pathway? Use the Pathway Locator tool. 

Visit one of our campuses or go to matc.edu/gethelp

 Search Available ClassesGet Help Now - Connect to Your Pathway

Registration Checklist

Register via Self-Service (choose Student Planning)

1. Register via Self-Service (choose Student Planning)
2. Check your balance. If you have a debt, don't let it stop you — contact Student Accounts 
3. or visit any campus cashier's office to make payment arrangements.
4. Confirm you have met all prerequisites, if needed.

Need to talk to someone to make a plan?
Connect virtually with your Pathway advisor.

Need help finding your Pathway to connect to your advisor?
Use the Pathway Locator tool, visit one of our campuses or Get Help Now. Your Pathway 

office is available in person, by phone, by email and by video.

Not in a program but still need help?
Get Help Now from the general advising office.

Want to change your program?
Contact a career coach for assistance.

MATC Accounting Student Spotlight: NaTalya Herrod

 

It's a new year--and an opportunity to let us share our NEW Student Spotlight series!  Please meet NaTalya (Tallie) who is a graduate and a tutor in the Accounting program at MATC.  Thank you for sharing your story!

• What is your name? NaTalya “Tallie” Herrod

• Where did you grow up? I grew up in the country. Houston Mississippi to be exact.

• What’s your work history? I’ve had a range of jobs since the age of 13. My very first “W2” job was a kitchen aide at a daycare and now I’m working as an Accounting Specialist for an investment firm.

• What brought you to MATC? Back in 2013, my job at the time closed up my department and sent it overseas and because of that, I was blessed to attend school for free.

• Why Accounting? Why NOT accounting! 😊 When I was a child, I always wanted a career where I carried a “briefcase” but didn’t have to work directly with too many people. Something that works the mind and gives me fulfillment. Once I started doing bookkeeping for my church, that was God’s confirmation. 

• When do you intend to graduate (or have you already)? I graduated in May of 2016 and have been working in my current position since April of 2016

• What are your career goals? I have goals to expand my tutoring to non MATC students as well as look into other fields of accounting. 

• What do you hope to gain from your college experience? I gained confidence. I was terrified of returning to school after being away for so long. I had a fear of failing because I tried accounting in high school and in my prior years of MATC and BOMBED! This time around was different, God blessed me to glean from a few very inspiring instructors. 

• What are your extracurricular activities and interests?  Jesus and naps!

• What are your community service experiences? Doing the Lord’s work

• Do you have any special talents or abilities? I’m somebody’s grandmother! HA! I like to sing opera, and I dabble in writing

• Is there anything else you would like to share with us? It’s ok to be scared, it’s ok to not know,

but if you seek God and allow Him to lead, He’ll always show you the way to go.

New Laptops Still Available for Acctg 122/130 Students!

Do you need a new/improved computer to use for Acctg class?  We still have about 40 BRAND NEW laptops available to be rented for 122 (Excel) and 130 (QBO) students. 

Students need to fill out this library checkout form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdkhIhdsyxfVik0u8StCMXJaJSywT46oz39TzXYt1ypJe-ocQ/viewform. Make sure to use your MATC email or it may be considered spam.

Let us know if you have any questions,

Erin and Nell