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We are pleased to announce that Teaching Professor Melissa Knox of the Department of Economics is a co-author of a recent study examining the effects of the federal Community Eligibility Provision (universal free school meals), which found that implementation in over 1,000 schools and 155,000+ students was associated with a reduction in high-blood-pressure prevalence
The UW Department of Economics was honored to host Professor James A. Robinson, 2024 Nobel Laureate in Economic Sciences and University Professor at the University of Chicago, as the keynote speaker for the 2025 Milliman Lecture on October 7, 2025.
The Department of Economics Undergraduate Mentorship Program is now accepting submissions for mentors for the 2025–2026 academic year. This program connects alumni and professionals with undergraduate economics students to provide guidance, share career insights, and support students as they prepare for life after UW.
Teaching Professor Melissa Knox of the Department of Economics recently collaborated on research evaluating the City of Seattle’s Fresh Bucks program, which provides low-income households with monthly stipends to purchase fruits and vegetables. The study found that participants experienced improved food security and increased fruit and vegetable consumption.
The UW Department of Economics is pleased to announce that the 2025 Milliman Lecture will take place on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. We are honored to welcome Professor James Robinson from the University of Chicago as this year’s keynote speaker. Professor Robinson, the 2024 Nobel Laureate, is renowned for his groundbreaking research on political and economic development.
On Tuesday, June 10th, 2025, the Department of Economics honored our undergraduate and PhD degree recipients, in a spectacular occasion, at the Husky Union Building Ballroom, at the University of Washington.
The festivities were presided over by Chair Eric Zivot, and the Department of Economics Faculty.
The Jeff and Perri Roe Term Fellowship for Graduate Students continues to provide invaluable support to third-year PhD candidates in the Department of Economics, enabling them to focus on innovative research.
The UW Department of Economics is proud to continue our thriving ECON Mentorship Program, connecting 60 mentees with 56 mentors for the 2025 academic year. This one-on-one mentorship experience pairs students with experienced alumni and professionals who offer guidance, industry insights, and invaluable support.
At the University of Washington, student-athletes like Ben Shortt, Kieran Joyce, and Ewan Morrow exemplify the powerful synergy between athletics and academics. Ben Shortt, a member of the UW Rowing Team, finds that the perseverance and work ethic developed through rigorous training translate directly to his studies in economics.
As we enjoy the summer months and reflect on the past year, I am reminded of the profound impact that the University of Washington's Department of Economics has had on my life and career. It's been more than three decades since I walked across the graduation stage, and my journey from a student with a BA in Economics to a seasoned professional has been deeply intertwined with the department.
