2023 was an exciting year for research in the Department of Economics. We were the proud hosts of four conferences in multiple economic fields, drawing attendance from around the world. Several of our graduate students had the opportunity to present their research at these gatherings.
Research is a cornerstone of our graduate program, with many of our students presenting at seminars and conferences at UW and beyond. Presenting… Read more
The Department of Economics celebrated the retirements of three faculty members this quarter. Professors Emeriti Robert Halvorsen, Haideh Salehi-Esfahani, and Michelle Turnovsky have each made a unique impact on our community. We spoke with them to learn more about their time at UW and their favorite memories from Economics.
Robert Halvorsen
Robert Halvorsen began teaching at UW in 1972. The courses he most enjoyed teaching were those focused on using economics to improve public policy,… Read more