Timila Kulkarni, an undergraduate student in the UW Department of Economics and the recipient of the Stephen and Michelle Turnovsky Scholarship for the 2024-2025 academic year, has been recognized for her research on Seattle's Mandatory Housing Affordability (MHA) program. Established in 2021, the Turnovsky Scholarship supports undergraduate honors students by helping to pay tuition and other expenses, enabling them to focus on their academic and research endeavors.
Timila's research, which utilized a difference-in-differences analysis to explore the MHA program's impact on rent and housing prices across the city, earned her an award at a recent conference. Her research provides insights into the complex dynamics of housing affordability policies, offering valuable recommendations for policymakers. Her recognition also coincides with the Western Economic Association International (WEAI) launching a new initiative to promote undergraduate research. To delve into her findings, read her research here.