Trillions in coronavirus spending is putting AOC’s favorite economic theory to the test
Modern monetary theory is tested as countries spend unprecedented amounts to aid companies, workers and citizens during the pandemic.
ECON 101: The Economics of COVID-19 being offered in Fall 2020
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!!!
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 […]
2020 ODE Recognition and Undergraduate Student Awards
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 […]
Economics Department Office is Open (Virtually)!
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 […]
Trump’s right: Congress should give Americans $1,000 a month right now to fight the coronavirus recession
Direct payments are just what low-wage Americans suddenly without a paycheck need to endure the crisis, which could last many months.
College men more likely to seek grade changes than college women
Men are more likely than women to get their grades bumped up simply because they ask more.
Democratic plans for raising taxes on the rich: A guide for the middle class
Here is a brief look at the tax plans of the top eight candidates in the polls and what economists think about them.
Winter 2019/Spring 2020 CLA Magazine featuring Professor Stephan Weiler now available
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 […]
Professor Ed Barbier featured in Euromoney
Professor Ed Barbier is featured as one of the best-known environmental economists in the world in this article posted on Euromoney.com. Edward B. Barbier is a Professor in the Department of Economics, Colorado State University and a Senior Scholar in the School of Global Environmental Sustainability. His main expertise is natural resource and development economics […]