Economics

The assistant professor of economics' research examines the extent of growth elasticity in a developed economy.

Research co-authored by the assistant professor of economics examines the Multidimensional Human Opportunity Index.

The Department of Economics recognized Michael Keenan and Ameya Benegal for writing the best economics theses of the year.

President Emeritus Earl J. Danieley, who has given Elon 70 years of service, is among 19 faculty and staff members retiring this year.

Thirty-one students presented individual comprehensive research projects on economic issues.

The economics majors shared their theses during the annual meeting’s undergraduate research sessions.

The James T. Toney Endowment Fund in the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business had been established in his honor by members of the Department of Economics; Toney died March 6, 2016.

First-year Business Fellows spent two weeks in Latin America examining the differences in economic institutions between Chile and Argentina.

Learn more about this new study abroad course, which explores how international trade, business and economic activity influence culture, politics, wealth and society across Japan and the world. 

Research by Elon University senior Michael Keenan finds that household businesses in Indonesia are more likely to cope with natural disasters and disease when they have access to banks that provide savings and loans.