Ethan Lopez is pursuing a master’s degree in accounting at The University of Texas at Austin’s McCombs School of Business, where he also earned his bachelor’s degree. On campus, he served as a graduate teaching assistant, helping students navigate complex tax law, and as a volunteer tax preparer, assisting low-income individuals with their tax filings. Lopez also held the position of vice president of finance for Delta Sigma Pi, where he contributed to the organization’s development. Lopez has gained valuable experience in finance and consulting through internships at JPMorgan and PricewaterhouseCoopers, where he honed his skills in analyzing financial challenges and collaborating on strategic solutions. A passionate advocate for accounting to drive social change, he is dedicated to using tax policy as a tool for empowering underserved communities. As a Graduate Archer Fellow, Lopez aims to promote innovative and equitable tax practices that benefit the social good.