Brookdale Community College student Brooke Sheroke (Keyport, NJ) has been awarded a distinguished scholarship sponsored by Holman Frenia Allison, PC through the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJCPA) Scholarship Fund. Sheroke, who will graduate this spring with an Associate of Science in Business Administration, was among 27 college students statewide recognized for their academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to pursuing careers in accounting.
The NJCPA celebrated this year’s scholarship recipients at an awards ceremony held at the Pines Manor in Edison, where a total of $190,000 was distributed to 40 high school and college students across New Jersey. Out of more than 220 applications, Sheroke’s passion for mathematics and problem-solving, as well as her active leadership at Brookdale, helped her stand out.
“I’m passionate about mathematics and problem solving, which led me to pursue a future career in accounting and apply for the NJCPA Scholarship,” said Sheroke. “I’m excited to continue learning and growing in the field while making a positive contribution to my community.”
At Brookdale, Sheroke serves as Vice President of Finance and Fundraising for the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and is an active member of the Students for Global Citizenship Club. She will graduate as a full honors student and earn a Global Citizenship Distinction this May.
Balancing academics and work, Sheroke currently holds a position as an Accounts Payable Assistant at a local company. After Brookdale, she will transfer to Monmouth University to complete her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting. Her long-term goal is to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
“I’m hoping to pursue a career in accounting, possibly in tax accounting or auditing,” she shared. “There are so many opportunities within the field, and I’m excited to explore them all.”
The NJCPA Scholarship Fund, now in its sixth decade, has awarded more than $7 million to over 1,700 students. Scholarships are made possible through generous contributions from firms such as Holman Frenia Allison, PC, as well as CohnReznick, Deloitte Foundation, EisnerAmper, ForvisMazars, Smolin, Lupin & Co., and Withum.
“Encouraging the next generation of CPAs and accounting professionals should always be top of mind,” said Angela Garofalo, CPA, CFP, president of the NJCPA Scholarship Fund. “It’s a pleasure to recognize such outstanding students.”
For Sheroke, this scholarship not only supports her educational journey but strengthens her drive to achieve success in the accounting profession and beyond.
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