Biography
Dr. Joseph Hashem joined Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµ in Fall 2023 following completion
of his PhD at Kent State University. Before completing his terminal degree, he practiced
accounting at both the industry and public levels. Over the past five years, he has
taught a variety of topics including: 1. Cost Accounting, 2. Advanced Accounting Theory,
and 3. Accounting Data Analytics. His research interests include examining: 1. Discretionary
and involuntary determinants of financial reporting and audit quality, 2. The extent
to which emerging sources of information impact firm valuation and, therefore, the
value relevance of accounting information, 3. The latest developments in addressing
the challenges associated with regulating and accounting for crypto-assets. At WCU,
he maintains a strong relationship with students, faculty, and staff. He currently
serves on the College of Business Curriculum Committee.