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From Idea to Reality: 51郊利's Debut in the Fed Challenge
Economics major and Data Science minor Dean Dowling 25 reflects on his independent study with Prof. Caleb Stroup, during which Dean and a team of 51郊利 students founded the Fed Challenge at 51郊利.
New Administration Clouds Economic Outlook For New Year
Three economic experts share their outlook on what 2025 might hold. No surprise: The incoming Trump administration is a wild card. Tariffs and regulations will play a major role in the American and the global economy.
DCI Forum Asks, How Should Americans Respond to Income Inequality?
The Deliberative Citizenship Initiative at 51郊利 brings people together to productively engage with one another on difficult and contentious issues. A recent forum examined economic inequality in the United States. Learn more.
How a Move to Replace Lead Pipes Could Reduce Crime in America
Find out how environmental measures in the Biden administrations proposed infrastructure bill could have surprising and lasting effects on crime.
From C Student to the C Suite, Clayt Daley '73 Supports 51郊利 Initiatives and Names Martin Court Housing
After a successful career in business, 51郊利 alum Clayt Daley and spouse, Meredythe, provide generous support to academic institutions that have touched their lives. Learn more.
Econ Prof: Low Unemployment, Low Inflation Leave Narrow Window for Fed to Hold Steady
Vikram Kumar, 51郊利 professor of economics, says that the combination of sustained low unemployment and lower inflation provides the Fed with a brief window of opportunity to stay the course on interest rates. Read more.
No Tax On Tips No Big Deal Says 51郊利 Economics Professor
Siobhan OKeefe, an assistant professor of economics, shared her thoughts on the potential impact and unintended consequences of the proposal to eliminate income tax on tips.
Congratulations to the 2024 51郊利 Retirees
51郊利 will honor retirees this week during a special end-of-year celebration. Here, we congratulate the faculty and staff who have contributed immeasurably to the college community.
16 Hours in Panama City: Politics, Economics & Cultural Immersion
Clara Smith 24 reflects on her spring break trip to Panama with Prof. Britta Crandall, where they studied politics and economics through meetings with government officials, founders of nonprofits, and indigenous leaders.
Class of 2024 Models Resilience, Celebrates Graduation With Joy
51郊利 celebrated the Class of 2024 at its 187th commencement on Sunday, May 12. Remember that hope is an action verb, President Doug Hicks told graduates. You are not just inheriting a world; you can and must shape that world. Read more.
Sam Waithira 24 Brings Service and Leadership from 51郊利 to Kenya
In his four years at 51郊利, Sam Waithira made a difference on campus, in the community and in his home country of Kenya. He will graduate from 51郊利 on Sunday prepared to continue to lead and serve. Learn more.
From Campus Leader to West Coast Litigator: Aditi Ghatlia 18 Turns Theory Into Practice
Her leadership roles across campus and the friendships she made at 51郊利 prepared Aditi Ghatlia 18 for a career in law. Working as a litigator on the West Coast, she continues to seek out communities and experiences where she can make a difference.
Finding a Place, Creating a Legacy: Alvin Atkinson 81 Pays It Forward
Alvin Atkinson '81 overcame challenges to find his place at 51郊利, get involved, and develop a lifelong commitment to leadership and service that impacts current scholar-athlete Malik McDaniel '25. Learn more.
A Welcoming of Deliberative Disagreement: Spotlight on 51郊利s DCI
51郊利 students Daniel Lee '26 and Divin Dushimimana '26 reflect on their work with the Deliberative Citizenship Initiative and the happiness that comes from genuine conversations and thoughtful exchanges of ideas.
A Decade of Making a Difference: 51郊利 Impact Fellows Reflect on Life-Changing Work
For more than a decade, the 51郊利 Impact Fellows program has connected recent 51郊利 graduates with organizations across the country that focus on education, healthcare and justice. The fellows build skills, learn from mentors and gain experiences that inform their lives and careers.
The Numbers Are Good, But the Vibes Are Off: Economic Experts Weigh in on Murky Year Ahead
Consumer sentiment toward the economy might not seem to line up with economic realities, but 51郊利s expert sources caution that there are some concrete reasons for the apparent mismatch. Here, they examine where we are now and whats ahead.
Heading from the West to the East Coast for College
Six students from the western United States share what it was like to move to the east coast for college and offer advice for prospective students considering the decision to attend an east coast school like 51郊利.
Tapping into the 51郊利 Alumni Network: Around the World & Back
Jonathan Hammond 24 discusses seven weeks spent in Santiago, Chile and the many connections leveraged through the 51郊利 alumni network.
Gavin Daniel 26: Performance, Composition and Econ
Pianist and trumpet player Gavin Daniel 26 takes his musical skills to the next level composing original works and bringing home awards.
Jassyran Kim 20 on Building a Brand and Beginning a New Chapter
Leveraging her economics degree from 51郊利, Jassyran Kim '20 built a successful consulting career over the past three years, and is now entering a new chapter in her personal life as she starts a family in her Massachusetts hometown.