Economics

The Department of Economics recognized Rasmussen for writing the best economics thesis of the year.

Nemecek's research explores the impact of technology use on the cognitive and noncognitive skills of elementary school students.

Rasmussen's research examines the motherhood wage penalty and if having a child is damaging to a woman's earning potential.

During The Econ Games collegiate competition, students analyzed data provided by the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland and created economic policy recommendations.

The graduating class of Elon Business Fellows was honored during a Love School of Business ceremony.

Thirty-seven Martha and Spencer Love School of Business students were inducted into Elon’s chapter of the international economics honor society.

The school recognized nearly 100 students and faculty and staff members for their academic successes and leadership with academic achievement awards, Dean's Awards and endowed scholarships.

Assistant Professor of Economics Tonmoy Islam’s co-authored research is published in the Asian Development Review

Teams consulted for Seed Effect, analyzing data to assess the impact of the nonprofit organization’s microfinance initiative.

Their research shows that a higher representation of women in office results in more spending on primary education. That influence is greater when women hold positions of veto power or ability to set a legislative agenda.