MATC Accounting Student Spotlight: Raquel Sandoval

 

2026 MATC VITA Tax Season Complete!

 So proud of our MATC VITA volunteers this tax season.

With 52 volunteers, we were able to file:
• 739 federal returns
• 792 state returns
That’s over $1.3 million in refunds brought back to the greater Milwaukee community.
But honestly, the numbers only tell part of the story. This program provides free tax assistance to individuals and families who may not otherwise be able to afford it—making a real difference in people’s lives.
The feedback says it all:
• 98% plan to return next year
• 96% would recommend the program
• 4.8/5 average satisfaction rating

Incredible work by our students, faculty, and volunteers. You should be proud of the impact you made.

A special thank you to Nell Curtis, CPA and Danica Olson, CPA for their leadership and coordination of the MATC VITA program.
#ProudToBeMATC #VITA #CommunityImpact #MATCAccounting #ServiceLearning

Register for Summer and Fall 2026!

Register Now for Summer and Fall 2026!

You can view flexible class options for Summer/Fall 2026 in the Self-Service catalog!
In-person, blended and online course types available. 

PRIORITY REGISTRATION FOR Summer and Fall 2026

Continuing Students

Registration Open to Military Vets	April 13, 2026
Health and Community ED Pathways	April 14, 2026
Business and STEM Pathways	April 15, 2026
Serve and General Education	April 16, 2026
Create and MCT	April 17, 2026

 

New Student Registration

New Military Vets	April 20, 2026
Health and Community ED Pathways	April 21, 2026
Business and STEM Pathways	April 22, 2026
Serve and General Education	April 23, 2026
Create and MCT	April 24, 2026

Registration Open to All Students               April 27, 2026

Meet with an advisor to get ready to register. Need help finding your Pathway? Use the Pathway Locator tool. Visit one of our campuses or go to matc.edu/gethelp

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Registration Opens at 7:45 a.m. on Your Assigned Day

Continuing students can register through Student Planning in Self-Service:
https://selfservice.matc.edu/Student/Planning

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Registration Checklist

Before you register, make sure you’re ready:

• Plan your schedule in Self-Service
• Check your account balance
  • If you have a balance, don’t let it stop you—contact Student Accounts or visit a campus cashier to set up a payment plan
• Confirm you’ve met any prerequisites
• Read and accept the Student Financial Responsibility Agreement (SFRA)

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Need Help?

• Get help or visit a campus:
  https://www.matc.edu/gethelp
• Connect with your Pathway Advisor (virtual or in person)
• Find your Pathway team using the locator tool:
  https://www.matc.edu/student-resources/advising/pathway-locator.html

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Thinking About Making a Change?

• Not in a program? Get help from general advising:
  https://www.matc.edu/gethelp
• Want to change your program? Connect with a career coach
• Not yet an MATC student? Apply here:
  https://www.matc.edu/admissions-aid/apply

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Planning ahead now will make registration quick and stress-free. Check your email, explore your options, and get ready to secure your classes!

FAST Fund Free Laptop Program - What Students Need to Know

FAST Fund offers a free laptop program to help currently enrolled Milwaukee Area Technical College students who cannot afford a computer. The application is simple and quick, and eligible students can receive a laptop at no cost, helping them stay connected and succeed academically. Laptops are provided in partnership with United Way and Digital Bridge.

Who’s eligible?

• Must be actively enrolled at MATC in the current semester

• No GPA or credit minimums

• Program is designed to close technology gaps

• One free laptop per student, per lifetime

Important notes before applying:

• Students are responsible for care, setup, and maintenance of the laptop

• Keep track of emails/passwords—devices can’t be unlocked by FAST Fund

• Report hardware/software issues ASAP; replacements may be possible

• Lost or damaged laptops cannot be replaced

After you apply:

• A reviewer may contact you within 48–72 hours by email or phone

• Approved: Complete a Digital Bridge survey, then pick up your laptop

• Waitlisted: You’ll be notified if more laptops become available

• Denied: Common reasons include prior receipt, income threshold, or already having a suitable device (appeals welcomed if circumstances changed)

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MATC Accounting Student Spotlight — Citerra Robinson

Student Spotlight 

Citerra Robinson grew up in Hopkins Park, Illinois and brings a wide range of work experience to MATC. She started working in fast food and retail before spending eight years as a Telecommunications Operator at Aurora Sinai Medical Center, a role she found especially meaningful. Today, she is a stay-at-home mother and entrepreneur, running Her Purpose Finance, a business focused on helping people build financial stability.

Citerra returned to school to gain formal education that supports the financial work she has already been doing for years. She chose Accounting because it connects directly to her experience helping others create budgets, reduce debt, and rebuild credit. She plans to graduate in early 2027 and hopes to continue growing her business while working toward becoming a CPA.

Returning to college at 36 has renewed her passion for learning and strengthened her determination to succeed. Outside of school, her focus is on family life and her business. Community service is an big part of her values. She and her husband assembled and personally delivered 70 care packages to people experiencing homelessness, an act of service she sees as a reflection of her faith and desire to help others.

Through her college experience, Citerra hopes to strengthen her skills and knowledge so she can make an greater impact supporting both individuals and businesses.

 

MATC Acctg Students: Earn While You Learn with the WI Department of Revenue!

Attention MATC Acctg Students:

Graduating soon with an associate degree in accounting? The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) is now accepting applications for its Audit Gateway Program, a paid opportunity that allows students to gain auditing experience while completing a bachelor’s degree in accounting.

Program Highlights

• Position: Auditor Trainee (Tax Representative 3)

• Start date: June 15, 2026

• Summer: Full-time (40 hrs/week) training

• School year: Full-time or part-time (minimum 24 hrs/week)

• Coursework: Up to 6 hours/week allowed during work time

Students will learn to audit individual income tax returns, review credit claims, and assist with audits across the department.

Tuition Assistance

• Up to 3 years of tuition assistance

• $5,250/year tax-free under IRC Section 127 (amounts above may be taxable)

Apply Now

• Interviews are ongoing, starts June 2026

• Apply via wisc.jobs, the flyer barcode, or this link:
  https://wj.wi.gov/psc/wisjobs/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Action=U&Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&SiteID=1&FOCUS=Applicant&JobOpeningId=19247&PostingSeq=1

Student Spotlight: Jada Moore, Accounting Assistant Program

 

Student Spotlight: Jada Moore, Accounting Assistant Program

Jada Moore’s journey is a powerful example of resilience and determination. After experiencing the tragic loss of her father, Jada stepped away from school - but with support from Checota MATC Scholarship Program, she returned stronger than ever.

Highlights:

• Accounting Assistant student and Checota Scholar

• Completed her diploma with a 4.0 GPA (Fall 2025)

• Member of the Wisconsin Institute of CPAs and the National Association of Black Accountants

• Found her passion for accounting after working in the financial services field

Jada’s story shows how perseverance and support can change the course of a student’s future.

👉 Read the full story:

https://www.matc.edu/news/2025/12/checota-scholar-jada-moore-fall-2025.html