Professor DeSarno Highlights the Power of Perspective in Education

Peter DeSarno, Assistant Professor in the Accounting and Finance department, authored an article titled “Educating and Inspiring Students: The Power of Providing Perspective,” published in the Winter 2025–26 edition of NJCPA Magazine. In the piece, DeSarno reflects on the evolving role of educators in a time when artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping professions, including accounting and education, and emphasizes the lasting impact that human insight and lived experience bring to the classroom.

Drawing from his professional background as an auditor and controller, DeSarno explains how sharing real-world stories and contextual examples helps students move beyond memorization to truly understand how accounting concepts are applied in practice. He argues that while AI can deliver information efficiently, it cannot replicate the perspective, authenticity, and passion that inspire students, strengthen engagement, and make learning meaningful. By connecting course material to real professional scenarios, educators can foster critical thinking and prepare students for the complexities of the workplace.

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