Dr. Candace Witherspoon
Professor of Accounting
- Ph.D. (Accounting/Taxation)
University of Kentucky - M.P.A. (Master of Professional Accountancy)
Western Kentucky University - B.S. (Accounting)
Western Kentucky University - Board Certified Cosmetologist (2022-present)
- Certified Fraud Examiner, Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (2017-present)
Teaching Interests:
My teaching expertise is in individual federal income tax and fraud/forensic accounting.
Research Interests:
My research interests include current issues on tax legislation, diversity and inclusion in accounting, and content analysis.
Selected Publications:
Colson, C., McWilliams, D., Oliver, D., Sharma, D. S., Witherspoon, C. (2024). "The Ledger Does Not Balance: Experiences of Underrepresented Individuals in Accounting Education.". Issues in Accounting Education, 1-24.
Witherspoon, C., Colson, C. (2023). Classifying Freelance Professionals. Strategic Finance (November 2023).