Sharon P. Cox

Sharon P. Cox, Ph.D., is a Lecturer of Accountancy at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where she specializes in teaching fundamental accounting principles. She earned her doctorate from the University of Kentucky and has extensive experience in public accounting, having worked with a diverse range of small and medium-sized businesses. Before joining UIUC, Dr. Cox held academic positions at the University of Hawaii and the University of New Mexico, where she developed a strong foundation in both teaching and research.Dr. Cox's research interests focus on tax policy and compliance issues, as well as accounting education. She has published articles in reputable journals such as Journal of Public Budgeting, Accounting & Financial Management and Energy: A Tax Analysts Special Supplement. In her teaching, she emphasizes practical applications of accounting concepts through courses like "Fundamentals of Accounting Capstone," where students learn to prepare financial statements and make informed business decisions based on accounting data. Dr. Cox is also an active member of professional organizations including the American Accounting Association and the American Taxation Association, reflecting her commitment to advancing the field of accountancy through both education and research.