WESTBOROUGH, MA, November 5, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Nan Newcomb, Online Faculty Member of the University of Phoenix, has been recognized by Cambridge Who's Who for demonstrating dedication, leadership and excellence in general accounting.

As an online faculty member of the University of Phoenix, Nan Newcomb is responsible for teaching accounting, developing curriculum for students, addressing account debits, challenging students through question and answer sessions, teaching online, grading tests, implementing computer system analysis, and handling ledgers and account reconciliations. She became involved in her profession after being motivated by her aunt, an accountant. She attributes her success to her passion for learning, working with numbers and facing challenges.

Ms. Newcomb received her master's degree in accounting from Colorado Technical University in 2008, her bachelor's degree in finance from Colorado Technical University in 2006, and her associate degree in accounting from Franklin Pierce University in 1991. She also became a certified teller through the American Institute of Banking. She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Institute of Internal Auditors.

The mission of the University of Phoenix is to provide access to higher education opportunities that enable students to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve their professional goals, improve the productivity of their organizations, and provide leadership and service to their communities. For more information on the University of Phoenix, visit http://www.phoenix.edu.

About Cambridge Who's Who
Cambridge Who's Who is an exclusive membership organization that recognizes and empowers executives, professionals and entrepreneurs throughout the world. From healthcare to law, engineering to finance, manufacturing to education, every major industry is represented by its 400,000 active members.

Cambridge Who's Who membership provides individuals with a valuable third party endorsement of their accomplishments and gives them the tools needed to brand themselves and their businesses effectively. In addition to publishing biographies in print and electronic form, Cambridge Who's Who offers an online networking platform where members can establish new business relationships and achieve career advancement within their company, industry or profession.

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