We welcome a new face to the Economics Department this year, Assistant Professor Zachary Schaller! Dr. Schaller earned his B.A. in Mathematics and Economics from Western Colorado University in 2015 and his doctorate in Economics from the University of California, Irvine in June 2020. Schaller’s research fields are applied micro-theory, labor economics, and economic history. […]
Modern monetary theory is tested as countries spend unprecedented amounts to aid companies, workers and citizens during the pandemic.
ECON 101, Economics of Social Issues, is normally only offered in the spring semesters. The class is open to all majors, has no prerequisites and fills the requirement for AUCC category 3C. Social and Behavioral Sciences. The Department of Economics has added a special section of ECON 101 to the Fall 2020 semester focusing on […]
CONGRATULATIONS 2020 Graduates of the Department of Economics at Colorado State University! What a tremendous accomplishment! In lieu of shaking your hands at graduation this weekend, some of your economics professors have a special message for you below! Be safe and well, and we look forward to marking the occasion in person at graduation in […]
Historically every April the Department of Economics hosts an annual award ceremony to recognize students who became members of Omicron Delta Epsilon during the academic year and to celebrate students who received awards and scholarships. This year’s celebration had to be cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In lieu of gathering at the Lory Student […]
The Economics Department office will be operating remotely until further notice. Normal office hours will be in effect Mondays thru Fridays: 7:30 am-12:00 pm and 1:00-4:30 pm (MST). The office staff may be reached at 970-491-6324 or via email: CLA_Economics@colostate.edu If you need assistance from any other faculty or staff, you are welcome to contact […]
Direct payments are just what low-wage Americans suddenly without a paycheck need to endure the crisis, which could last many months.
Men are more likely than women to get their grades bumped up simply because they ask more.
Here is a brief look at the tax plans of the top eight candidates in the polls and what economists think about them.
The Winter 2019/Spring 2020 edition of the CLA Magazine is now available for your viewing pleasure! The Liberal Arts Magazine showcases stories from faculty, students, and alumni on universal topics. In this issue, we apply the lenses of the liberal arts to place and space. Our department’s article highlights the work of Professor Stephan Weiler […]
