Firm establishes five-year gift for accounting students

SARASOTA — A five-year gift to a local business college was a natural fit for one public accounting firm, which has been supporting the college through internships for several years. 

Sarasota-based Kerkering, Barberio & Co. established the gift to the University of South Florida Muma College of Business, which will provide several components for the Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy, including scholarships to students. The annual scholarship funds will be distributed to accounting majors each fall. Additionally, those students will be extended internship opportunities with the firm.