Frank Gersich
Associate Dean of Faculty Development
Professor and Chair, Accounting
HLC Accreditation Liaison Officer
Coordinator, Teaching and Learning Resources
Biography
Joined the faculty in 1998, having previously taught for 19 years at a variety of educational institutions. He wears a number of hats, serving also as an associate dean of the College, a peer reviewer for the Higher Learning Commission and a CPA examination writer.
He teaches upper-level financial accounting courses and the major’s capstone course. He is adept at implementing team-based learning concepts and is immersed in studying student learning.
His courses are highly interactive, focusing on problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
As associate dean, his focus is on the college assessment program, supervision of the Teaching and Learning Center, faculty development and student retention programs. A certified public accountant, he earned his baccalaureate and master’s degrees in accounting from the University of North Dakota and a doctorate in education from Northern Illinois University.
Courses Taught
ACCT 354: Intermediate Accounting II
ACCT 393: Developing and Auditing Financial Reporting Systems
ACCT 403: Contemporary Accounting Issues