Since middle school, Evan Burroughs planned to attend another Florida university. But USF’s Bulls Business Community – an invitation-only program where like-minded high achieving freshmen live and study together – caused him to change direction. He credits the BBC with setting him on a path that led him to discover his interests and plan his future career as an equity research professional.
He discovered the field, in part, because of the BBC’s corporate tours, study abroad opportunities that emphasized data analysis, and opportunities for students to interact with financial services industry leaders. Later, as part of the rigorous Applied Securities Analysis course, he had a chance to apply classroom theory with real-world application as part of a team managing $260,000 in the exclusive Student Managed Investment Fund. In the program, he elected to help write an investment policy statement for Metropolitan Ministries to help the non-profit counter the effects of donation seasonality.
As a result, Burroughs was offered an internship at MacDill AFB, working in the 6th Force Support Squadron’s non-appropriated accounting office, where he processed financial documents for a $3 million budget. His supervisor there recognized Burroughs as a highly driven quick learner who is able to think critically and analyze complex financial data.
Today, Burroughs is a financial analyst intern at Jacobs Technology, producing forecasting models for its Special Operations Group. One of his projects, which dealt with $30 million in fringe benefits, is now being used as a working model within the company. He will begin graduate business coursework next semester and plans to sit for the CFA exam in 2014.
25 Under 25 Program 
I’m very proud of your accomplishments EVAN.
No limits to what you can do.
Grampsie
Good luck!!
Godd luck, Evan! Go Bulls!!!
Calusa
To everyone voting: “Hard worker” and “driven” do not even begin to describe my brother, Evan. I can’t put into words how proud I am of him, and he most certainly deserves this honor.
He is one person I can genuinely say that I know will do very big things and make a huge difference in life. Good luck Evan!
I’ve known Evan since he was in middle school. He’s always been a hard worker with a great head on his shoulders and will continue to do great things. GoodLuck Evan, you deserve it!
Good luck dude!
Thank you all for your support! I really do appreciate it.
Thank you all for your support! I greatly appreciate it!
Evan,
Mom and I are very proud of you whether or not you were a candidate for
any further accolades or not! You are already there as far as we are concerned! Keep up the great work though!
Love, Dad
To say that I am proud to have you for my son is a gross understatement. I have no doubt that you will accomplish whatever you decide you want to do.
It’s time to celebrate your graduation! WooHooooo! Love you more than you can possibly know! Mom
So proud of you Evan!!! So happy to vote for you! Love you! Alane & Rick
Thank you all for your support, I am glad I have made you proud
Good Luck Evan, my fellow Bull 😉