AU Econ: Opportunities for Students

Washingtion Semester Europe Program open to regular AU students

2011-12-02T06:56:00.000-08:00

You are invited to join a rare "fact finding mission" to Europe this Spring 2012 when the Global Economics and Business Program travels to Brussels, Paris, and London to study the unfolding economic and political crisis in the Eurozone. As the largest economy in the world, what happens in Europe will have tremendous impact on the rest of the world, including the US. Will the common market in Europe and the 27-member countries that form the European Union survive the crisis? How are the large European Banks -- such as PNB-Paribus in France, and multinational companies -- such as Microsoft, KPMG, and Disney coping with the crisis? How are the different EU official institutions -- such as the EU Commission and Parliament addressing the crisis? We will also visit famed European centers of culture and business during our travels. Europe remains a vibrant center for business, arts, food, and music -- all of which you will have an opportunity to experience during our travels.

The travel program to Europe will be part of your sixteen-credit semester with AU’s Washington Semester Program. While in DC, we will be visiting with prominent policy and business experts including at the Federal Reserve, FDIC, SEC, the World Bank, and the IMF, as well as interacting with President Obama's top economic advisers at the White House Council of Economic advisers. Lastly, we will travel to New York, to the US financial capital in Manhattan for workshops at NYSE, CME, Standard & Poor's, etc. We still have openings for this spring 2012 if you would like to join what promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime study adventure. For more information on the program and financial aid availability, please visit http://www.american.edu/washingtonsemester/intlbusiness/Europe.cfm or call WSP Associate Dean Christian J. Maisch (202) 895-4928; to apply visit http://www.american.edu/washingtonsemester/intlbusiness/Europe.cfm.

Obama Campaign Jobs

2011-10-13T15:13:00.001-07:00

The Obama for America analytics team is hiring quantitative analysts for the 2012 campaign. We obtained your contact information from your university’s web site – can you send your best and brightest to us? We’re looking for recent graduates or current students with significant quantitative experience in economics, political science, math, statistics, computer science, Web analytics or marketing analytics.

Obama for America's Analytics department analyzes the campaign's data to guide election strategy and develop quantitative, actionable insights that drive our decision-making. We are a multi-disciplinary team of academics and organizers, statisticians, mathematicians, software developers and general analysts —all striving for a single goal: re-electing President Obama. Our team's products help direct work on the ground, online and on the air.

We are hiring Statistical Modeling Analysts, Analytics Engineers, Battleground States Elections Analysts and Communications Analysts of all levels to join our department through November 2012 at our Chicago headquarters.

To learn more about each position, visit us online or forward this message to your top candidates:

http://my.barackobama.com/page/s/o2012-analysts-job-app

Institute for Human Studies Fellowships

2011-10-13T15:10:00.000-07:00

Institute for Human Studies Fellowships

Humane Studies Fellowships are awarded to graduate students and outstanding undergraduates embarking on liberty-advancing careers in ideas. The fellowships support study in a variety of fields, including economics, philosophy, law, political science, history, and sociology.

Awards range from $2,000 to $15,000 and fellowship winners may re-apply for each year of their studies. In 2011, the Institute for Humane Studies awarded more than $750,000 to 195 students.

The program is open to full-time and prospective graduate students, including law and MBA students. There are a limited number of fellowships open to undergraduate juniors and seniors with a demonstrated interest in pursuing a scholarly career.

Info at http://www.theihs.org/humane-studies-fellowships.

CDC Opportunities for Post-Bac work

2011-10-07T06:34:00.000-07:00

Title: Student Research Participation at the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention

Sponsor: Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education

SYNOPSIS: Under this program, postgraduates, college and
university faculty, and students are provided opportunities for
hands-on participation in research and development, and related
technical activities at the CDC.

Deadline(s):
Established Date: 12/18/1991
Follow-Up Date: 11/01/2012
Review Date: 10/06/2011

Contact: Tom Richmond, Program Manager

Address: ORISE, CDC Programs
P.O. Box 117, MS-36
Oak Ridge, TN 37831-0117
U.S.A.
E-mail: tom.richmond@orau.gov
Web Site: http://www.orau.gov/cdc/
Program URL: http://www.orau.gov/cdc/presearchFRAMESET.htm
Tel: 423-576-2194
Fax: 865-241-5219
Deadline Ind: Receipt
Deadline Open: Yes
*See Restrictions for further information.

The Kalmanovitz Initiative opportunities

2011-09-15T07:19:00.000-07:00

Inviting applications from undergraduates for the following 2011-2012 programs:

Day Laborer Exchange Program
Now in its third year, the Day Laborer Exchange Program connects students trained by the Kalmanovitz Initiative to day laborer hiring sites, or “corners” where day laborers congregate in hopes of finding work. Using a curriculum developed by DC Jobs with Justice, students teach “survival English”: the words and phrases that workers need to promote their job skills and to protect themselves against wage theft. Over a period of ten weeks, working in partnership with local day laborer organizers, students learn from and exchange experiences with day laborers while exploring structural issues affecting the day laborer community

Applications available here: http://lwp.georgetown.edu/campusproject/day-laborer-exchange-program/

Undergraduate Fellowship Program
The Kalmanovitz Initiative Undergraduate Fellowship Program supports student research on issues related to labor and the working poor.

Applications may be submitted electronically to kilwp@georgetown.edu or to our office at Maguire 209. Direct any questions to Sarah at 202-687-2293 or to kilwp@georgetown.edu.

AEA Summer Training Program for July 2012

2011-09-08T10:39:00.001-07:00

American Economic Association (AEA) 2012 Summer Training Program and Minority Scholarships. After a one year hiatus, the AEA's Summer Program resumes in 2012, hosted by the Department of Economics and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Center for Health Policy at the University of New Mexico. The Program will be held from June 17 through July 28 on the Albuquerque UNM campus. It provides undergraduate students with instruction and research opportunities to enable them to better understand what studying for a Ph.D. in Economics entails. It includes courses in economic theory, mathematics, and econometrics as well as research seminars intended to acquaint students with economic concepts and issues. The Program is open to all qualified students, regardless of race, ethnicity, or gender. Minority fellowships are open to qualified U.S. citizens and permanent residents, with preference for members of historically disadvantaged racial or ethnic minority groups. Additional information, and application and nomination information is at http://healthpolicy.unm.edu. Send inquiries to center@unm.edu.

AU Grad Application Panel 9/15

2011-09-08T06:30:00.000-07:00

Next Thursday, Sept 15 the Career Center is sponsoring a panel to help students with their graduate school decisions and understanding of the application process.

Students will learn what questions you should be asking before you decide. Get tips on how to complete an application from the experts-- faculty who review graduate applications. Faculty members Anita Sherman from Literature, Max Paul Friedman from History and Robert Feinberg from Economics will be providing insights, along with CAS Graduate Admissions Director Kathy Clowery. Students from all schools are welcome.

This event will guide students through the decision making process, the application timeline, and application dos-and-don'ts.

The program is from 6:00-7:30 in McK 155 on Thursday, Sept. 15. For details and to RSVP students can click here .

This program precedes the Idealist Grad School Fair, on Friday, Sept. 16 at the Washington Convention Center. For details, visit Idealist.org.

Please feel free to contact me at gordon@american.edu with any questions.

Grad School Fair for Big 10

2011-09-02T10:40:00.000-07:00

Registration for the Big Ten + Graduate School Expo is open:
http://www.gradschool.purdue.edu/gradexpo/register/index.cfm

IAEC Best Paper Competition

2011-05-16T15:08:00.000-07:00

The International Atlantic Economic Society is pleased to announce the annual

EconSources.com

Best Undergraduate Paper Competition

With the winner to be selected at the

72nd International Atlantic Economic Conference

Washington, D.C. 20-23 October 2011

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Details

Submission Deadline: June 15, 2011

To encourage undergraduate interest in economic issues, Maureen O'Hara , President, and Alberto Alesina, Vice-President of the International Atlantic Economic Society cordially invite students to compete in the first IAES annual undergraduate paper competition in Washington, D.C. this October. The winner of the student competition will receive:

A $500 check,
A handsome commemorative plaque, and
Complimentary publication of the paper in the Atlantic Economic Journal.
To be considered for this competition, all entries must follow the guidelines below:

1. The paper must conform to AEJ manuscript style instructions, be 10 - 20 pages in length including tables, and be submitted in MS Word format. Papers not following these guidelines will be rejected. AEJ instructions can be found at: http://www.iaes.org/publications/spec_aej.htm.

2. Submit the paper to ugpcompetition@nku.edu and send a copy to iaes@iaes.org by June 15 with the subject line: "Best Undergraduate Paper Competition - Last Name of Student". Please send the paper in a Microsoft Word document. PDF files are NOT acceptable. Title page must include: (a) full name of student; (b) affiliation; (c) e-mail address; and (d) phone number.

3. Include an e-mail from the Department Chair certifying: (a) that the paper was written while the author was an undergraduate; (b) that the department will sponsor the student's hotel and travel if the student is selected as a finalist; and (c) that the paper has not been submitted for publication elsewhere.

4. Up to four finalists will be notified of their selection by August 15. Finalists will be required to make a formal presentation on Saturday afternoon, October 22, at the Washington, D.C. conference. Conference fees for all finalists will be waived.

5. Finalists will be judged on both presentation and content. A panel of judges will announce the winning paper after the presentations.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at iaes@iaes.org.

Sincerely,

Margaret McFarland
Conference Coordinator
International Atlantic Economic Society
Suite 650, International Tower
229 Peachtree St. N.E.
Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: (404) 965-1555
Fax: (404) 965-1556
E-mail: iaes@iaes.org
Website:
www.iaes.org

EPA RA job for STUDENT

2011-05-03T15:03:00.000-07:00

EPA’s National Center for Environmental Economics, Washington, DC

EPA's National Center for Environmental Economics (NCEE) is accepting applications for temporary (1 to 2 year) Research Assistant positions. NCEE is EPA's center of expertise for cutting-edge research and analysis in environmental economics (www.epa.gov/economics) and supporting science. Deadline for initial application is Friday, May 13, 2011.

Applicants should be in the process of completing an undergraduate degree in economics or a related field. This may include natural or physical science fields that provide information used in economic analysis. Applicants must have high academic standing and an interest in applied environmental economics research.

Note that the incumbent must be a currently enrolled student – students graduating this spring are not eligible unless enrolled in school for the fall.

Duties are expected to include providing support for NCEE staff economists and scientists in their research and related activities, including conducting thorough literature searches and providing scientific input to be used by staff in peer reviewed publications, research reports, working papers, and presentations. Tasks also include the collection, organization and verification of data using standard analytical techniques. RAs also assist in the review of analyses of the benefits and costs of environmental regulations. Assist in analyses and research efforts on benefit-cost research and techniques, economic impact models and measures, and market incentive mechanisms. The individual also will assist in the production of new studies, coordinated with other NCEE staff and EPA program offices.

Position can be full-time or part-time as schedule allows. Salaries for all positions are competitive. U.S. citizenship is required. EPA is an equal opportunity employer.

Interested individuals should send a cover letter and resume via e-mail (preferred), fax, or postal mail to: Ms. Jennifer Bowen (bowen.jennifer@epa.gov), NCEE, U.S. EPA (1809T), 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20460 (Fax: 202-566-2338; phone: 202-566-2281). Deadline: Friday, May 13, 2011

Note that there will also be an application process for this position through a job posting on USAJobs (www.usajobs.gov) to follow-up on the initial application submitted directly to NCEE at EPA.

UC-B MA program info session

2011-05-02T07:45:00.000-07:00

Dear Professors, Student Affairs Staff, and Student Group Leaders,

I am part of the admissions team of the Master's in Financial Engineering Program at the Haas School of Business, University of California at Berkeley. The MFE is a one-year professional program taught at the Haas School of Business where students learn to apply advanced quantitative methods to finance. The program, which was launched in 2000, has helped hundreds of students begin rewarding careers on Wall Street, and in Chicago, San Francisco, London, Singapore, Hong Kong, and other financial centers around the world.

Our Faculty Member, John O’Brien, along with some of our alumni, will be hosting an information session in your area on Thursday, May 5, from 6-7 pm at the Grand Hyatt Washington, 1000 H Street, NW, Washington, DC.

Interested students can learn more about the program by visiting our website, http://mfe.berkeley.edu , or by viewing our online program guide, available at http://www.haas.berkeley.edu/epublications/MFE/ .
They are also more than welcome to contact us by calling +1-510-642-4417 or emailing mfe@haas.berkeley.edu .

We would greatly appreciate it if you could forward this information to your students. Students with degrees in mathematics, physics, computer science, economics, engineering, or related disciplines are considered to be strong candidates.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

Christina Henri
Assistant Director, Admissions
The Berkeley MFE
Haas School of Business
University of California, Berkeley
(510) 642-4417
fax: (510) 643-4345
http://mfe.haas.berkeley.edu

Paid Summer Internships @ FTC

2011-04-18T18:11:00.000-07:00

Now that the federal budget has been passed, the Bureau of Economics at the Federal Trade Commission will be hiring a small number of paid interns for the summer. We are looking for detail-oriented, highly motivated students with an interest in microeconomics to assist economists in their work and to provide support to the Bureau. In addition to course work in economics, experience in working with statistics, spreadsheets, computer databases, and other types of computer programming is useful. Applicants must be current students who will continue their education in Fall 2011. These summer internships are open to U.S. citizens only.

Comprised of approximately 75 Ph.D. applied microeconomists and 20 research analysts, the Bureau of Economics helps the FTC evaluate the economic impact of its actions. To do so, the Bureau provides economic analysis and support to antitrust and consumer protection investigations and rulemakings. It also analyzes the impact of government regulation on competition and consumers and provides Congress, the Executive Branch, and the public with economic analyses of market processes as they relate to antitrust, consumer protection, and regulation.

Because of the budget process and the late date of this announcement, the time period for applying for a summer internship is very tight. We expect to be making internship selections very quickly. To apply please encourage students to send an email expressing interest together with a resume and an electronic copy of their official or unofficial college transcript to me at awilder@ftc.gov . If you have additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thank you for your assistance,

Aaron Wilder
Administrative Officer
Bureau of Economics
Federal Trade Commission
Washington, DC 20580
202-326-3048

Urban Institute Needs Spanish Speaking Intern ASAP

2011-04-08T08:24:00.000-07:00

UI is seeking an undergraduate or graduate Intern with excellent English and Spanish language skills to assist the project team for 5-10 hours per week. The Intern may receive a small hourly stipend OR academic credit through his or her academic institution.

This is an excellent opportunity for a current student or recent graduate with an interest in international development, research, criminal justice, and/or at-risk youth to participate in a new project and gain exposure to the full range of project implementation activities and responsibilities.

Contact Professor Lerman at blerman at urban.org.

Academic Advisor Award

2011-04-07T12:09:00.001-07:00

Has an academic advisor gone above and beyond to help you with a problem? Have they changed your life and helped you on the path to success? Then nominate them for the Excellence in Academic Advising Award! Awards will be given to one undergraduate and one graduate professional advisor. To nominate someone visit http://tinyurl.com/AUadvisorawards Nominations must be submitted online by 5pm on April 15. Nominations can be submitted by anyone in the AU community--student, faculty, or staff!

For more information contact Katie Young at kyoung@american.edu or 202-885-3144.

Summer Volunteer Opportunity in Econ/Finance

2011-04-07T08:19:00.001-07:00

A teacher at a DC public school is looking for a few Econ/Finance students to help him with a project.

He is using an "investment club" program where kids make imaginary investments and watch the results. The objective is to build math skills. This year he is working with 5th graders, but he hopes to expand the program to grades 5-8 next year.

He'd like students to help him think about the program and also to work with the groups of "investors" and help evaluate their work.

Interested students should contact Professor Meurs (mmeurs@american.edu).

Summer Class of interest

2011-04-06T06:25:00.001-07:00

Growing Artificial Societies
ECON 396/696, Summer 2011

Computational social science (CSS) is a new social-science frontier. Agent-based simulation (ABS), also called agent-based modeling (ABM), is a primary research method in CSS. This course is an introduction to ABS as a method for the investigation of complex social phenomena.

Goals
We will create “virtual worlds” that shed light on the actual world. This course emphasizes economic applications of ABS. However CSS is inherently interdisciplinary, so we also draw upon other social sciences (including anthropology, communication, epidemiology, geography, history, linguistics, political science, sociology, and social psychology). This course provides an introduction to the following:
• reasons to use agent-based models in social-science theory and research,
• historical aspects of how this new scientific frontier is affecting the social science disciplines
• the scope of existing social simulation models. (What has ABS accomplished so far?)
• some unique insights about society and social complexity provided by agent-based methods
• the construction and analysis of agent-based simulations (using Python and esp. Netlogo)
• empirical validation issues

Prerequisites
This course has no prerequisite computer-science, programming, or advanced mathematical skills. It is specifically designed as an introduction to tools, methods, and applications. The main requirements to take this course and perform well are:
• basic skills in critical thinking and analytical reasoning
• an interest in learning a few programming tools that will allow you to run and construct simple agent-based models
• an interest in real-world social phenomena where computational approaches can be usefully applied (e.g., the environment, market microstructure, conflict, social networks, origins of cooperation/civilization, intergenerational transmission of economic status, social dilemmas, epidemics, or other area of application).

Grading
Class Participation: 10% (attendance, particpation in class discussion, and evident preparation of the readings)
Class Projects: 40% (due one week after assigned)
Collaborative Project, Paper, and Presentation: 50% (project code and paper due the last day of regular class; presentations to be scheduled)

Summer undergrad research assistant

2011-03-28T08:13:00.000-07:00

Researh Assistant Postion for computer programmer, related to economics:
Listing at https://studentjobs.american.edu/JobPosting.aspx?JPID=991

Carroll Round Conference for Ugrads on Intl Econ

2011-02-17T07:22:00.000-08:00

Because many interested students have yet to complete a significant part of their theses, I am writing to inform you that the deadline for paper submission for the 10th Annual Carroll Round, to be held at Georgetown University from April 14 – 17, 2011, has been extended to March 13, 2011.

To learn more about the Carroll Round, please visit our website at carrollround.georgetown.edu. The online application itself can be found at carrollround.georgetown.edu/apply, where students will find that they only need to submit a draft paper or detailed abstract with their application if their research project is not yet complete.

As always, if you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to e-mail me at carrollround@georgetown.edu.

2011-02-09T11:40:00.000-08:00

Check out this cool link for the

St. Louis Fed's Spring 2011 YouTube Contest!

http://stlouisfed.org/education_resources/videocontest.cfm

College of Arts and Science Research Awards Summer '11

2011-02-04T09:47:00.001-08:00

We are pleased to announce the Dean’s Undergraduate Research Awards for summer 2011. The primary goal of this award is to provide students with the opportunity to work collaboratively with faculty on faculty research projects (i.e., to act as research assistants). A smaller number of awards will also be provided to support student-initiated research that will be completed under the direction of faculty sponsors. Please note that faculty may only supervise one award-winning student each summer and that the student is expected to work with the faculty member for a period of about eight weeks during summer 2011. Students are only eligible to apply if they are returning to AU for AY 2011-12.

Applications are due April 1, 2011; late applications will not be reviewed.

Awards include a $5000 stipend to the undergraduate researcher and up to $500 for research materials directly linked to the completion of the project. In the case of student-initiated research only, the faculty sponsor will receive a supervisor’s stipend of $500. Awardees are required to present their results at the next Robyn Rafferty Mathias Student Research Conference in spring 2012. Students may receive multiple research awards for the same project for summer 2011 provided the awards are applied sequentially such that the student spends double the time working on the project rather than receiving double the stipend for the same period of work.
Funding for the faculty-initiated research projects has been provided by a very generous gift from AU trustee and CAS alumna Robyn Rafferty Mathias. Funds for the student-initiated research are taken from the College of Arts and Sciences’ Dean’s discretionary account.

Please contact Cathy Schaeff, Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences (Schaeff@american.edu), if you have any questions. Applications should be submitted to her electronically by Friday, April 1, 2011.

Summer Internships at Economic Research Svc

2011-02-04T09:45:00.000-08:00

USDA Economic Research Service is now accepting applications for the summer internship program (SIP) for Economist, Economics Assistant. There is more information regarding SIP at:
http://www.ers.usda.gov/AboutERS/Employment/SummerEmployment/index.htm.

CAS student research conference

2011-01-20T08:17:00.000-08:00

Annual Robyn Rafferty Mathias Student Research Conference. The 21st annual CAS student research, funded in part by a generous grant from AU trustee and alumna Robyn Rafferty Mathias, provides a forum for CAS undergraduate and graduate students to present original scholarly and creative works before colleagues, faculty, and friends. CAS students from all disciplines are encouraged to enter. Students in other schools may submit work that was completed in a CAS course. Cash prizes will be awarded for outstanding presentations, including a new professional presentation prize for graduate students that will cover the cost of three days attendance at a professional peer-reviewed national conference at which the student is presenting. See www.american.edu/cas/src/ or contact Mimi Fittig at 202-885-2436 or fittig@american.edu for more info.

AU Undergraduate Research Opps

2010-11-20T09:54:00.000-08:00

The new AU undergraduate research grants page is now up:
http://www.american.edu/provost/undergrad/research.cfm

Summer and Career Positions at the NY Fed

2010-11-20T09:48:00.000-08:00

Check out the summer and career opportunities at the New York Fed:
http://www.newyorkfed.org/careers/

AU has a recent alumna working at the New York Fed! You can, too!

Robyn Rafferty Mathias Student Research Conference

2010-11-01T11:14:00.000-07:00

The 21st annual College of Arts and Sciences Robyn Rafferty Mathias Student Research Conference will take place on Saturday, April 2, 2011. Funded in part by a generous gift from AU trustee and alumna Robyn Rafferty Mathias, the conference provides a forum for College undergraduate and graduate students to present their original scholarly and creative work to fellow students, faculty and friends. Students pursuing a degree in any College discipline are encouraged to participate. Students from other schools may submit work that has been completed in a College of Arts and Sciences course. All students are eligible for the monetary prizes awarded in the curriculum area that they participate in.

As the conference date approaches, there will be announcements with further details.

Funds for Undergrad Research & Travel Fund Announcement

2010-10-18T08:57:00.000-07:00

American University has reorganized and expanded the funds available to undergraduates for research and travel. Please observe that the Student Research Expense Fund Awards have been discontinued.

Travel Grants

Students presenting their work at conferences may apply for funds to partially defray the costs of registration and travel. The awards are $300 for regional conferences, $500 for national conferences, and $800 for international conferences.

This academic year, funds are distributed across three periods: October 15-January 15, January 16-April 30, and May 1-August 15. The conference dates determine the period for which the application will be considered.

Students may apply for funds as early as six months in advance of the conference and as late as two weeks before. After evaluation, they are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Students are eligible for only one award each year.

Please contact Morgan Banea at 202-885-2213 or banea@american.edu for more information and for application forms.

AU Summer Scholars and Artists

Advanced undergraduates who plan to graduate in December 2011 or later are invited to apply for a fellowship to be an American University Summer Scholar or Artist for summer 2011. Fellows will be awarded $4,000 to conduct full-time research that leads to significant scholarly or creative work.

Fellows will work closely with faculty mentors in ways that enhance faculty research or creativity. Faculty mentors will receive a $1,000 stipend to guide students through their research apprenticeship.

Fellows will discuss the preliminary results of their work at a workshop to be held in September 2011. Fellows must then publicly present their completed work elsewhere.

Applicants must have a minimum overall GPA of 3.5, must have earned at least 60 credits, and must be registered for classes for fall 2011. Applications should be sent to the Vice Provost of Undergraduate Studies by March 4, 2011. Finalists will be announced by March 18. Fellows should be aware that their award is taxable.

Please contact Michael Manson at 202-885-2416 or mmanson@american.edu for more information.

Honors Capstone Awards

The University Honors Program awards grants of up to $500 for out-of-pocket expenses linked to research and other activities leading to the completion the Honors Capstone project. Applications are accepted and reviewed twice a year, early in fall and spring semesters. Honors students only are eligible to apply for this grant and must be registered for the Honors Capstone project in the semester when they apply. Applicants are encouraged to attach to their application a brief letter of support from their Honors Capstone advisor. Awards are decided on a competitive basis on the project’s merits and feasibility and with consideration for the award’s potential impact on the completion of the Honors Capstone project. While $500 awards are made, most grants typically fall below $300, due to funding limitations.

Application form is available at
http://www.american.edu/provost/honors/upload/Honors-Capstone-Grant-Application.pdf Please contact University Honors Program at 202-885-6194 or
honors@american.edu for more information.

New Phd Program in Applied Econ

2010-10-12T17:36:00.001-07:00

TULANE UNIVERSITY
> Department of Economics
> Ph.D. Program in Economic Analysis and Policy
> Tulane's Department of Economics is now accepting
> applications for its new Ph.D. program in Economic
> Analysis and Policy.
> ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
> This program is based in the Economics Department, but will
> have important partnerships with other departments at
> Tulane to foster our interdisciplinary approach to doctoral
> education.
> The program will be small, highly selective, and have an
> applied focus. Students will receive extensive training in
> Economics and acquire practical institutional knowledge
> that is necessary for innovative research and careful
> policy analysis. Fields of study include:
> (i) Economics, Finance, and Public Policy
> (ii) Inequality and Poverty
> (iii) Health and Human Capital
> (iv) Environmental Economics and Policy
> Our cross campus partners include the Freeman School of
> Business, the Stone Center for Latin American Studies, the
> School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, the
> Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, and the
> Murphy Institute of Political Economy. Graduates will make
> excellent candidates for employment in universities,
> government, multilateral organizations, the private sector,
> and the non-profit sector. Generous fellowships are
> available and are awarded on the basis of academic merit
> and potential for scholarship.

Nobel Memorial Prize in Economics

2010-10-11T10:58:00.000-07:00

The Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel 2010 was announced today:
http://nobelprize.org/nobel_prizes/economics/laureates/2010/

Three economists share the prize this year for their work helping us to understand markets that do not reach equilibrium quickly and easily because some characteristic of the product or service to be exchanged is not easily observed. For example, we “search” for jobs because it’s not obvious to see how good a match a job or a firm is for our preferences and firms “search” for employees because it’s hard for them to tell how well we fit what is needed.
The three winners for this year are:

Peter Diamond: http://web.mit.edu/newsoffice/2010/nobel-diamond.html
A key book: A Search Equilibrium Approach to the Micro Foundations of Macro-economics, 1982 Wicksell Lectures, Cambridge: MIT Press, 1984.

Dale Mortensen: http://www.northwestern.edu/newscenter/stories/2010/10/mortensen-nobel-economics.html
A key book: Wage Dispersion: Why Are Similar Workers Paid Differently? MIT Press in 2003.

Christopher A Pissarides: http://personal.lse.ac.uk/pissarid/
Key Book: Labour Market Adjustment: Microeconomic Foundations of Short-Run Neoclassical and Keynesian Dynamics, Cambridge: University Press, 1976 (re-issued in paperback, 2009)

Undergrad Presentations at Eastern Econ Association Meetings

2010-10-07T18:50:00.000-07:00

37th annual meetings of the Eastern Economic Association
February 25 – February 27, 2011
Sheraton New York Hotel and Towers, New York City

A graduate or undergraduate student participating in the conference can become a student member for $35. Graduate students can then pay the member rates for submission and/or conference registration fees. Undergraduates can attend the conference and pay the undergraduate student registration fee. You may be asked for proof of status. There are special sessions for undergraduate students sponsored by Issues in Political Economy, a journal of undergraduate research in economics. Students in such sessions will have the opportunity to present their research, discuss that of other students, and will also have the possibility of publication in the journal. Please contact the IPE organizers at eea@elon.edu .

The deadline for undergraduate submissions is usually around final exam time, but interested students should send an e-mail inquiry around Thanksgiving break.

An announcement about travel funds for undergraduates to present at conferences is expected soon.

BLS open house

2010-09-15T12:31:00.000-07:00

The Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Open House
Friday September 17th from 10am-3pm
2 Massachusetts Ave NE. Washington, DC 20212
For more information on employment with the BLS, please visit:
http://www.bls.gov/jobs

BLS will be holding a one day Open House on Friday September 17th. Topics to be discussed include:
• BLS Mission – Who we are and what we do
• Careers at BLS – Econ, Math, Statistics, IT
• Federal Hiring Process

In addition, staff will be on hand to review and accept resumes, and offer advice for job seekers.

RSVP encouraged, but not required
OpenHouse@bls.gov.

EPA Internships

2010-09-10T10:08:00.000-07:00

On Tuesday, September 14 at 5 PM the Environmental Protection Agency will be on campus at AU to present information about its Student Career Experience Program (SCEP). The Information Session is open to all interested students and faculty and will be held at 5 PM in the Hugh Formal Lounge in the Mary Graydon Center.

SCEP is a special internship designed to provide students currently enrolled in a degree program with paid work experience that compliments their academic program, and introduces them to Federal government career opportunities. Upon completion of the required number of work hours (generally 640 hours before graduation), and graduation, students become eligible for direct hire into the Federal government for the type of position for which they have trained.

Navigating through the competitive application process for Federal jobs is daunting. New graduates face a steep hurdle when applying through the traditional, nationwide competitive online application processes. Less than 1% of non-military veteran entry-level applicants receive job offers. The SCEP Program provides a way for students interested in a Federal career to avoid this process by providing an apprenticeship for which students may be hired without the mechanical online processes and then for them to obtain career positions upon graduation through a similarly direct hiring process.

The target audience for SCEP would be juniors, sophomores, first year masters candidates and PhD candidates. Seniors would be eligible only if they will be attending graduate school in the fall.

While of course we have many opportunities in science, engineering, and IT, we also have opportunities that are ideal for liberal arts majors and for business majors.

We also have two opportunities targeted specifically at graduate students -- one for economists and one for toxicologists.

Requirements for SCEP are:

U. S. Citizen
Minimum 2.95 GPA on a 4.0 scale
Enrolled at least half-time in a degree-granting program and in good academic standing with enough time remaining in the degree program to complete 640 hours of work before graduation
Agreement with EPA, school and student on terms of program
Basic background investigation
Individual opportunities may require specific majors or additional qualifications.

EPA is recruiting for the following job categories:

Biologist Trainee (Biology majors and most environmental science majors)
Chemist Trainee (Chemistry majors)
Economist Trainee (Graduate Economics students only)
Environmental Protection Specialist Trainee (all majors)
Physical or Environmental Scientist Trainee (physical science majors only)
Information Technology Specialist Trainee (IT related majors only)
Program Analyst Trainee (all majors)
Toxiocologist Trainee (Graduate students in majors related to toxicology)

The positions are located mainly in Washington, DC. There are a very limited number of chemist, toxicologist and engineering positions available in Denver, CO. Students selected will be able to begin work this coming summer.

If you or students have questions about SCEP, EPA, or this opportunity, please email me at miller.roberta@epa.gov or contact me at (202) 564-4116.

Roberta Miller
Program Management Officer
SCEP Coordinator
Office of Chemical Safety & Pollution Prevention

Check Career Center Web Site for Events

2010-09-09T12:21:00.000-07:00

Sept. 21 Career Spree
Sept. 29 Job and Internship Fair

and on going job interview and post-graduation opportunities!

http://www.american.edu/careercenter/

Forum on Financial Reform at AU on 10/5

2010-09-06T09:12:00.000-07:00

Omicron Delta Epsilon, The Economics Honors Society
The Economics Graduate Student Union
and
The Department of Economics
are pleased to host

The National Economists Club on Campus
(http://www.national-economists.org/)

For a forum on the
Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010
featuring
Mike Konczal, Fellow, Roosevelt Institute
Mark Calabria, Policy Scholar, Cato Institute

When: October 5, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.
Where: Capital Auditorium, Tenley Campus
4300 Nebraska Ave. NW

Light refreshments will be served.

Duke grad school open house

2010-09-02T10:18:00.000-07:00

Nicholas School of the Environment at Duke University will be holding an Open House in Washington DC on September 14 th . The event will be held at the Stout and Teague Conference Center, 1400 16 th Street NW 1 st Floor Washington D.C. 202-328-5100. The Dean of the Nicholas School will be in attendance along with representatives from Enrollment and Academic Services, Career Services and Nicholas School Alumni. This will be the perfect opportunity for Prospective students to get any questions answered that they may have about the Master’s of Environmental Management or Master of Forestry program the Nicholas School has to offer. They may RSVP at the following link which also contains our full fall recruitment schedule. http://www.nicholas.duke.edu/programs/professional/info/nicholas-on-the-road

Details on ECON-358 for SP 11 Study Abroad

2010-09-01T12:12:00.000-07:00

ECON 358 Economies of the World Regions (Study Abroad)
Professor Ivy Broder

This course is a limited enrollment, on-line section of ECON 358: Economies of the World Regions. It is offered only to AU students who are going abroad in Spring 2011 under an approved AU Abroad program. The primary focus of the course will be the economy of the country where they are studying during semester. The goal of the course is to make students an “expert” in the economy of their country, to learn more about other economies in the world and to share experiences and knowledge with other AU students who are abroad in the spring 2011 semester.

Because students will be distributed across many different time zones, the course will be asynchronous. There will be regular assignments which will require students to research various sectors and aspects of the economy of their country and write a short paper on each topic. There will also be some experiential assignments. These may include: developing and maintaining a blog; responding to weekly questions; doing a site visit based on some aspect of the economy; interviewing a local resident about the impact of the recent economic downturn; and work on a joint project with one other student.

Registration is by permission of instructor. There will be a required meeting with Professor Broder at the end of the Fall 2010 semester.
Because the course is limited to 15 students, a brief application is required. Students should email the following information to Professor Broder at ibroder@american.edu. In the Subject Line, please write, Application for ECON 358. The email should include: grades in ECON 100 and ECON 200 and overall GPA, the program where the student plans to study, and the reasons why the student wants to take this course. The application deadline is Nov. 8. Students will be notified about whether they are accepted into the course by November 20. There will also be a waitlist if not all accepted students eventually register.

Welcome to the Fall 2010 semester in the Econ Program!

2010-08-30T11:07:00.000-07:00

I want to bring a some things to your attention:

We have revised the online resources for undergraduates. Go to http://www.american.edu/cas/economics/resources/undergraduate.cfm for recommended course plans (center), worksheets for the econ programs (on the right) , answers to commonly asked questions (also on the right), and other useful resources.

The new Mathematics and Economics interdisciplinary major is now available. Go to the online student resources to learn more. Declarations for this new major should be submitted to me. Timely declarations will help us schedule classes, so if you are interested please come visit me soon.

Regarding course scheduling:

It is most important to take ECON-300 and -301 as soon as possible after declaring the major. Students with significant calculus background may speak to their advisors about taking ECON-505, ECON-500, and ECON-501 rather than ECON-300/301. Each student should seriously consider taking ECON-322 (Econometrics) during the junior year before the capstone experience.

A capstone experience is required of all majors. You have four options (see the worksheets requirements), and it pays to plan ahead. ECON-480 (the Research Seminar) is offered ONLY in fall semesters. Students not seriously interested in doing original research in Economics are encouraged to pursue one of the other options, such as an internship or transfer of a study abroad course in economics. Again, please plan ahead.

Students planning to study abroad in spring 2011 will be interested in a special section of ECON-358 being offered online by Prof. Broder. This course will help you to learn about the economy of the place where you are studying, and it will fulfill the capstone requirement. Look for information at the Study Abroad Fair, ask a Study Abroad advisor, or contact Prof. Broder directly.

Finally:

One of the things you will notice in your econ courses this year is additional emphasis on finding economic data, manipulating data using spreadsheets and other software, and interpreting statistical results. The econ faculty considers your mastery of data skills one of the important learning outcomes of the program, and we want you to be aware of how important these skills are in the job market and in advanced studies in economics.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at mhansen@american.edu. All students are welcome to visit my office hours, which are posted on my home page http://academic2.american.edu/~mhansen/.

Have a terrific semester!

Prof. Hansen

National Science Foudation Grad Fellowships

2010-08-23T09:54:00.000-07:00

The NSF has a fellowship programs for students applying to graduate school in supported fields, including in economics.

The nsfgrfp.org website (http://www.nsfgrfp.org/) has links to the Program.

Wider Circle Internships

2010-08-23T08:06:00.000-07:00

A Wider Circle is a grassroots 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that hires 20-30 unpaid interns each semester to work out of our Center for Community Service in Silver Spring. Interns are truly the lifeblood of our organization. In addition to direct service and education internships, there are business, marketing, research, and strategic planning internships available. We request that interns commit to working at least 15 hours per week (the average is closer to 25). Students interested in our internships may contact us at intern@awidercircle.org.

If you have any questions about internship opportunities with us, or about our work in general, please contact me any time at 301.608.3504 or at this email address.
Mark Bergel, Ph.D.
Executive Director, A Wider Circle
o: 301.608.3504; c: 301.675.7511
www.awidercircle.org
CFC #21120

Dept of Commerce Internships

2010-07-21T12:20:00.001-07:00

The Department of Commerce (DOC) will have internships available during the Fall 2010 Session in its Internship for Postsecondary Students Program *. Internships will be in the Washington, D.C metro area. Selected applicants will intern for 15 weeks beginning as early as 30 August 2010 or as late as 13 September 2010. Internships require either part time (20 hours per week) or full time (40 hours per week). These internships offer opportunities to participants for hands-on education and training related to their fields of interest and those of the DOC.
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) manages the Internships for Postsecondary Students. Applications will be accepted through 20 August 2010.
Disciplines of Interest
Examples include the following: business; economics; statistics; international relations; communications and graphic design; computer science; physical sciences; mathematics; and life, health, and medical sciences.
Benefits:
Undergraduate interns receive a weekly stipend of $500; graduate interns receive $600. In addition, both undergraduate and graduate interns receive a $150 weekly housing allowance, plus limited travel reimbursement and accidental medical expense coverage.
Eligibility Requirements:
• US Citizens
• Enrolled Undergraduates or Graduates
• Submit a complete application**by no later than 20 August 2010
• Interested in and available for a 15-week Internship during Fall 2010

Application form and more information can be found on this web site: http://see.orau.org/ProgramDescription.aspx?Program=10038

Undergrad Paper Competition

2010-06-01T17:35:00.000-07:00

INTERESTED STUDENTS MUST CONTACT PROF. HANSEN BY JUNE 15.

The International Atlantic Economic Society is pleased to announce the Fourth Annual

EconSources.com
Best Undergraduate Paper
Competition
With the winner to be selected at the
70th International Atlantic Economic Conference
Charleston, South Carolina - October 10-13, 2010
Submission Deadline: July 1, 2010

COMPETITION INFORMATION

To encourage undergraduate interest in economic issues, Leszek Balcerowicz, President, and Maureen O'Hara, Vice-President of the International Atlantic Economic Society cordially invite students to compete in the IAES annual undergraduate paper competition in Charleston this October. The winner of the student competition will receive:

v A $500 check;

v A handsome commemorative plaque; and

v Complimentary publication of the paper in the Atlantic Economic Journal.

All entries must follow the guidelines below:

1. The paper must conform to AEJ manuscript style instructions, be 10 - 25 pages in length including tables, and be submitted in MS Word format. Papers not following these guidelines will be rejected. AEJ instructions can be found at: http://www.iaes.org/publications/spec_aej.htm.

2. Submit the paper to ugpcompetition@nku.edu and send a copy to iaes@iaes.org by July 1 with the subject line: "Best Undergraduate Paper Competition - Last Name of Student". Please send the paper in a Microsoft Word document. PDF files are NOT acceptable. Title page must include: (a) full name of student; (b) affiliation; (c) e-mail address; and (d) phone number.

3. Include an e-mail from the Department Chair certifying: (a) that the paper was written while the author was an undergraduate; (b) that the department will sponsor the student's hotel and travel if the student is selected as a finalist; and (c) that the paper has not been submitted for publication elsewhere.

4. Up to four finalists will be notified of their selection by August 15. Finalists will be required to make a formal presentation on October 11, at the Charleston conference. Conference fees for all finalists will be waived.

5. Finalists will be judged on both presentation and content. A panel of judges will announce the winning paper after the presentations.

Student Conference to End Poverty on 4/24

2010-04-22T11:30:00.000-07:00

A Wider Circle, a local nonprofit organization helping children and adults to lift themselves out of poverty. This Saturday, April 24, A Wider Circle is hosting its first Student Conference on Ending Poverty. The conference will take place at American University's School of International Service (though the focus is on local and national poverty) from 12:00 - 4:00, with registration/check-in beginning at 11:00 a.m. Registration is free!

The session titles include:
Already Behind: Childhood Poverty and Education
Living Without: The Experience of Poverty
My Next Meal? Hunger in the Nation's Capital and Beyond
In It to End It: Volunteerism and Social Change

The Human Approach to Urban Planning: Building the Neighborhoods of Tomorrow
Stepping Into It: Beginning Your Volunteer Efforts
Creating Connection: The Ultimate Solution to Poverty
Changing the Conversation: Advocacy and the Prioritization of Our Most Vulnerable Citizens

Mark Bergel, Ph.D.
Executive Director, A Wider Circle
o: 301.608.3504; c: 301.675.7511
www.awidercircle.org
CFC #21120

Deloitte Externships

2010-04-22T11:27:00.000-07:00

I’m writing you with an opportunity through Deloitte for your students who are currently Juniors. Deloitte offers an Externship program in the fall (September 23rd-24th, 2010) for Seniors, and participants who demonstrate strong performance will be fast-tracked to final round interviews for a full-time Federal Analyst position starting in July 2011. I wanted to reach out to see if you know of any outstanding junior Economics majors who you think might succeed in the world of consulting and to see if you wouldn’t mind encouraging them to apply. The applications are due this Thursday, so the turnaround time is pretty quick.

Danielle Sassower
Federal Analyst
Deloitte Consulting LLP

Mobile: +1 202 258 5164
Fax: +1 202 513 8303
dsassower@deloitte.com
www.deloitte.com

MATH FINANCE: FALL 2010

2010-04-20T04:53:00.000-07:00

This e-mail is to let you know that I will be teaching Math 580 - Math Finance in the Fall. The course will be offered MW from 6:45 - 8 PM.

It is intended as an intermediate course for upper level undergrads and graduate students. Solid math skills are required - at least two semesters of calculus and some statistics or probability. It will NOT be a course on stochastic calculus and it's application to finance; I don't think we have students with the necessary prerequisites.

Please circulate this e-mail to colleagues in your department and to any students who might be interested. If there are any questions, please e-mail me.

THIS COURSE CAN BE USED TO SATISFY ONE ECON-3XX LEVEL ELECTIVE TOWARDS THE MAJOR.

Intro Survey Sampling!

2010-04-17T18:50:00.000-07:00

STAT 510 Introduction to Survey Sampling
Fall 2010

Tuesdays 6:45-9:15 p.m
This course introduces the basic approaches to surveys, including
simple random, systematic, and stratified sampling. Also included
are the design of questionnaires and the analysis of sample data. Emphasis will be on the practical applications of sampling.
Who should take this course?
Students in AnthropologyBiology
Communications Economics
Environmental Studies International Relations
Justice Marketing
PsychologyPolitical Science
SociologyStatistics
WGS Studies
Any one who reads the news!
Prerequisite: At least one course in statistics
For more information contact
Professor Mary Gray x3171
mgray@american.edu

EPA RA job

2010-04-17T18:49:00.001-07:00

The US EPA's National Center for Environmental Economics is searching
for candidates for a research assistant position. Could you please
disseminate the attached announcement to your students at American?
Application materials are due by next Friday, April 16. The position is
strictly for students who will be undergraduates NEXT year. Graduating
seniors are not eligible.

Best Regards,

Emma Roach
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Policy, Economics, and Innovation
National Center for Environmental Economics
Phone: (202)566-2359
Email: roach.emma@epa.gov

Jobs Spring 2010!

2010-04-17T18:46:00.000-07:00

Check out the following links:

AIR’s Assessment program and are intended for people who are just out of college or have minimal work experience (for the first job, 6101, we actually have several openings):

http://jobs-airdc.icims.com/jobs/6101/job

http://jobs-airdc.icims.com/jobs/6131/job

This job is in our Federal Statistics Program and I don’t know much about it, but it is posted on our website:

http://jobs-airdc.icims.com/jobs/6101/job

In general, we post all our jobs at www.air.org, click on “Careers.” Jobs labeled research assistant are generally intended for new college graduates and jobs labeled research associate are intended for people with Masters degrees.

Special Course for Spring 2011 for Students Abroad Only

2010-03-28T08:06:00.000-07:00

Planning to be Abroad in Spring 2011?

Plan to take ECON-358: ECONOMICS OF THE WORLD REGIONS (SPECIAL SECTION)!

Prof. Broder will be offering a section of ECON-358: Economics of the World Regions in a special on-line format specifically and exclusively for Study Abroad students during Spring 2011. In this course each student will learn in great depth about the country and/or area of the world where he/she is studying.
Students will examine economic trends, economic policies and the distinctive economic institutions and interdependencies in “their” country. Among the topics to be covered will be:
• General overview of the type of economic system in the country and its current level of development as reflected in the major economic and social indicators
• Review and analysis of the country’s most important macro data and trends over the post-WWII period, including GDP, employment, inflation, interest rates, income distribution, etc., review of the country’s macro performance during business cycles and similar analyses.
• Historical review of the country’s economic base, i.e. agriculture/manufacturing and how it has changed over time.
• In depth review of the major industries/sectors of the economy. This would also include forms of ownership, industrial concentration, etc.
• The trade sector: major exports and imports, trading partners, trade policies. Review of exchange rate system presently and historically. Discussion of any regional agreements.
• Monetary/financial sector: institutional description of central bank and monetary policies over the past several decades
• Public finance sector: description of taxation system, recent fiscal policy, etc
• Regulatory structure: how the government regulates the non-financial sectors of the economy and what type of regulatory bodies exist and their effectiveness.

The course will be asynchronous because students will be spread all around the world. On a weekly basis, there will be discussion boards and blogs with topics of current interest, and students will be required to comment on how the topic relates to their country. Other assignments are TBA.

This special section of ECON-358 MAY be used to fulfill the following capstone option: “Study abroad course with emphasis in economics or political economy at the 300-level or higher."

For additional information, please contact Professor Ivy Broder, ibroder@american.edu, 202-885-2126.

US Census and Job/Internship Fair

2010-03-18T18:06:00.000-07:00

I will be visiting the American University campus March 25th-26th! I will
be at the Job and Internship Fair on Thursday, March 25th, where I will
provide information about employment and internship opportunities at the
U.S. Census Bureau. I will also conduct interviews on campus on Friday,
March 26th, in the AU Career Center. Students may sign up for interviews
during the career fair.

The Census typically hires people with the following majors:

Math Statistics
Computer Science Economics
Information Technology Sociology
Political Science Business Administration
Criminal Justice Public Administration
Demography Geography
Cartography

The Census Bureau has openings at our headquarters in the Washington, DC
metropolitan area for the following positions:

Analyst/Statistician
Mathematical Statistician
Information Technology Specialist
Geographer
Cartographer

Applicants must be U.S. citizens.

Please encourage your students to attend the career fair from 1:00 pm to
4:00 pm on Thursday, March 25th, in the Bender Arena. I am also attaching a
flyer containing information about our career opportunities, relevant
majors and some of the benefits of working with is. Please feel free to
forward this message and flyer to other faculty, and/or share with students
who may be interested in learning more about the Census Bureau.

Thanks for your consideration!

Andrew Zbikowski
Current Population Survey Branch
Demographic Statistical Methods Division
U.S. Census Bureau

Econ Advising for Fall 2010

2010-03-18T14:27:00.000-07:00

First, note that ECON is now in KREEGER, which is by Watkins on the far side of the south-side shuttle stop.

Remember that you need to be “released” to register by your faculty advisor or an academic counselor before you can register.

If you are not sure who your faculty advisor is, Ms. Malik in the Economics department office can check the department records for you.

On course offerings:
* In response to recent long wait lists we have added more sections of econ-200 and econ-300.
* Similarly, there are sections of econ-322 in each semester.
* Students interested in teaching internships should contact the professor they would like to work with directly. Usually professors Wisman, Callahan, and Lin advise teaching interns.
* Students interested in regular internship for credit should contact Prof. Walter Park directly; he advises all econ internships.
* Students interested in game theory should note that this course will not be offered in econ in 2010-11. However, Prof. Keynes in the math department is offering an HNRS course that includes game theory as well as lots of fun and useful other things. We will treat this course an honors economics elective.
* Students planning to write an HONORS CAPSTONE in economics in AY 2010-11 must take econ-480, which is a FALL ONLY course.
* If you are planning to go abroad during AY 2010-11, this a good time to talk to your advisor about program/course choices. (Your AUAbroad advisor will help with other details of going abroad.)

Notes for SUMMER courses:
In addition to offering econ-100, 200, 300, 301, and 370 as always, there are these fun field courses on the schedule
* Blecker on the North American economies
* Hansen on Economic History of the U.S. (also available for 500-level credit)
* Isaac on agent based modeling

FOR INDIVIDUALIZED ADVICE on your ECON program:
Contact your faculty advisor directly.

Prof. Hansen’s advisees,
As well all majors, minors, and interested folks, are welcome to drop by Hansen’s advising hours:
M 3/22, 11-1 (or regular office hours 1-4)
F 3/26, 11-12 (or regular office hours 12-2)
M 3/29, 11-12 (or regular hours)
Th 4/1, 1-3
Tu 4/6, 2-4
Wed 4/7, 1-2

Fall Honors Colloquium for Econ Credit

2010-03-18T14:24:00.000-07:00

Fall Honors Colloquium for Econ credit:

Infinity, Game Theory, and Fractals:
What you haven’t learned in math class but wish you did

Questions you never thought could be answered in a math class:

1) When I was a child, I used to argue about who’s was the smartest, strongest, fastest, or some other superlative with some other kid. These “arguments” always degenerated into some contest to who could name the largest number. (e.g. I’m 3 billion times faster than you.) One kid always pulled out the “nuclear option” of this debate – the use of infinity. But the other kid would always respond one-up the other one with “infinity plus one.” This leads to the question: Is infinity plus one bigger than infinity? Can we tell? Does math even work at this level? Are there infinites that are larger than others?

2) In Superman comics, one of Superman’s nemeses was Mr. Mxyzptlk, a being from the 5th dimension. He basically was able to magically do anything he wanted – a tough foe for our hero. Taking a step back, what would a 4th dimensional being coming into our world be able to do? While omnipotence seems unlikely, there are many things these being could do that we couldn’t.

3) When we tend to think of dimensions, we think about dimension greater than three. But are there dimensions between 1 and 2? 2 and 3? What would an object look like if it had a non-integral dimension?

4) We have computer games that can play chess very well. Just recently, we have been able to get a computer to beat one of the best chess players in the world. Was it certain that this computer would beat the human player? What would happen if two of these computers played each other? Can computers beat humans in all other games? One might think the easier the game, the simpler it would be for a computer to win. But we know a computer can’t win playing tic-tac-toe. How do you think it would do on the modified game tic-tac-toe game Connect Four?

5) We complain about the American political system: corrupt politicians, gridlock, and ineffective governing. Many feel the candidates that are elected are not representing the majority of the population. It crosses many of our minds to reform government through fundamentally changing our voting system. Could it be better if we changed the way people voted? What if you were allowed to vote for more than one candidate? What if we ranked candidates rather than picking the one or ones we wanted. What if we made runoffs? Would these systems improve our representation?

For answers to these and many other questions, take:

Infinity, Game Theory, and Fractals: What you haven’t learned in math class but wish you did

Jobs at FTC

2010-03-18T13:55:00.000-07:00

The Bureau of Economics of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has openings for full-time economic research analysts to assist our Ph.D. economists in antitrust and consumer protection investigations. We are looking for detail-oriented, highly motivated individuals interested in economics, math, or statistics. Applicants should have recently graduated or expect to graduate soon with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. We also hire research analysts with masters level training. More information about our research analyst program, as well as instructions for applying can be found at http://www.ftc.gov/be/researchanalystprogram.shtm

We also have openings for paid summer economic interns. Summer intern applicants must be current students, either undergraduate or graduate/Ph.D., and planning on attending school for the Fall 2010 semester. Applicants for summer internships should send an unofficial transcript and resume to aaron Wilder at awilder@ftc.gov before April 9th.

The positions are located in Washington, DC. U.S. citizenship is required.

Please forward this announcement to any interested qualified student.

Summer Internship at GA State Univ.

2010-03-12T07:37:00.001-08:00

I am writing to let you know of our Summer Internship Program in Economic Policy Research at Georgia State University in Atlanta. I hope that you can distribute this information to students at your institution who might be interested in the program.

The internship is targeted to rising seniors in economics and other social sciences who have interest in graduate studies. While at GSU, the interns work on a research project with a faculty mentor, they participate in seminars and roundtable discussions, and visit policy institutions in Atlanta. The goal is to familiarize them with a graduate studies environment, to help them decide on their future study plans, and to enhance their graduate school applications. The research projects are in a wide range of areas including international, fiscal, health, education, regional, urban, and environmental economics. Many of our past interns have gone to leading graduate programs such as the ones at the University of Chicago, Harvard, Minnesota, and Yale. The interns receive a $3,300 stipend for the seven weeks of the program. The program is funded by the National Science Foundation and we've run it for ten years.

I would like to encourage you to bring this program to the attention of serious students who may be interested in future graduate study. Please note that the application packages must be received no later than March 16, 2010.

Students can find further information, an application form, and contact numbers at the program's Internet site:

http://aysps.gsu.edu/econ/1639.html

Thank you for your assistance and please contact me by telephone at 404-413-0256 or by e-mail at marton@gsu.edu if I can provide further information.

Sincerely,

Jim Marton
Associate Professor of Economics
Director, Summer Internship Program

Mail:
Mary Kenyatta
Administrative Coordinator Senior
Georgia State University
Andrew Young School of Policy Studies
Department of Economics
PO Box 3992
Atlanta, GA 30302-3992
mkenyatta@gsu.edu
ecomfk@langate.gsu.edu

In Person:
Georgia State University
Andrew Young School of Policy Studies
Department of Economics
14 Marietta Street NW, Suite 524
Atlanta, GA 30303
404-413-0141
404-413-0145-Fax

Internship at the Mint

2010-03-06T05:14:00.001-08:00

PAID UNDERGRADUATE INTERNSHIP

The United States Mint’s Office of Chief Counsel is seeking a responsible undergraduate student intern to work in our law office at the Headquarters of the United States Mint in Washington DC. We are seeking a student interested in working full time during the summer and part-time during the school year. Responsibilities will include a substantial role in administering the United States Mint ethics program, litigation assistance, filing, correspondence, clerical support, and some minor legal research.

GS-3 ($13.00 p/hour or equivalent of $27,130) or GS-4 ($14.56 p/hour or equivalent of $30,456) depending on age, experience and abilities

Office is one block from Gallery Place Metro station, on the Red, Yellow, and Green Lines

Job Requirements

• Looking for a student willing to start in May 2010
• 40 hours in the summer and during breaks/approximately 20 hours per week during the school year
• This position requires individual to be a registered student during entire period of the internship

Please email or fax a resume (include GPA and references), cover letter, transcript and writing sample by no later than March 15, 2010 to:

Greg Weinman
Senior Legal Counsel
United States Mint
801 9th Street NW
Washington, DC 20220

FAX: 202/756-6525
Tel: 202/354-7407

gweinman@usmint.treas.gov

Organization Website: www.usmint.gov

Background

The United States Mint, a bureau of the United States Department of the Treasury, designs and manufactures domestic and bullion coins as well as commemorative medals and other numismatic items. Established in 1792, the United States Mint distributes U.S. coins to the Federal Reserve banks as well as maintains physical custody and protection of our nation's silver and gold reserves. The Office of Chief Counsel provides legal counsel to United States Mint officials concerning Mint functions and activities, and interprets statutes and regulations that may affect Mint operations. United States Mint attorneys prepare reports on legislative proposals that may impact the Mint, and draft legislation and regulations pertaining to Mint operations. They draft licensing and rights transfer agreements, evaluate proposed procurement contracts, and provide counsel on technology, e-commerce, intellectual property, Freedom of Information Act, and Privacy Act matters. They are also engaged in an extensive litigation practice, preparing litigation reports and assisting the Department of Justice on all civil actions instituted against the Federal Government arising from Mint activities. This practice includes representation of the Mint and Treasury Department in proceedings involving labor-management relations, discrimination complaints and other personnel actions, and evaluation of claims against the agency under the Federal Tort Claims Act and the Military Personnel and Civilian Employees' Claims Act.

Jobs at HUD

2010-03-06T05:12:00.000-08:00

Greetings,

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has positions available for economists in its Philadelphia, PA Regional Office. Jobs are advertised at the GS-7 and GS-9 levels, with annual salaries beginning at $41,383 and $50,620, respectively.

The GS-7 position is for someone with a Bachelor's degree with 21 hours of economics and 3 of statistics, calculus or accounting. The GS-9 position is for someone with a master’s degree in economics, or appropriate related experience at or beyond the GS-7 level.

If you know students who would be interested in these positions, please forward this email to them or post it for their review. Please note that, for Federal Government jobs, it is imperative that applicants respond to all requirements. I know of no case where a request is made for further information. Applications must be received by Friday, March 26, 2010.

The job announcements can be found at USAjobs.gov; the direct URL for each announcement is provided below.

GS-7:

http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=86676789&JobTitle=Field+Economist&q=HUD&jtit=Economist&sort=rv%2c-dtex&cn=&rad_units=miles&brd=3876&pp=50&vw=b&re=134&FedEmp=N&FedPub=Y&caller=advanced.aspx&AVSDM=2010-03-05+08%3a09%3a00

GS-9:

http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=86676863&JobTitle=FIELD+ECONOMIST&q=HUD&jtit=Economist&sort=rv%2c-dtex&cn=&rad_units=miles&brd=3876&pp=50&vw=b&re=134&FedEmp=N&FedPub=Y&caller=advanced.aspx&AVSDM=2010-03-05+08%3a13%3a00

Please feel free to contact me with any questions you might have; or to pass on my name, email address, or telephone number to any interested student.

Thank you,

Beverly M. Harvey, Regional Economist

Policy Development and Research/

Economic and Market Analysis Division

Region III - Philadelphia Regional Office

Tel: 215-430-6680

Fax: 215-656-3415

Job Networks

2010-03-03T14:27:00.000-08:00

mployers on AfterCollege have new opportunities that are intended for American University Department of Economics students.
Please forward this digest to them.

You can also invite students to join this career network so they may receive digests and employer announcements directly.

Going forward, instead of sending individual messages each time an employer wishes to share information with your students, we plan on sending digests with all opportunities summarized. The exceptions will be time-sensitive announcements about scholarships and upcoming on-campus events. We based this on feedback from faculty and group administrators.

Let us know if you would like to get these digests bi-weekly, once a week, or if someone else should get them.

For questions or feedback, please contact Mike Fernald at groups@aftercollege.com.

Summer Paid Internships

2010-02-22T12:21:00.000-08:00

NASI has four different opportunities for students interested in social insurance and health policy issues—The Washington Internship on Social Insurance, The Somers Aging and Long-Term Care Internship, The Nathan J. Stark Internship for Non-Profit Development, and The Eileen Sweeney Graduate Internship in Disability Policy. Each program connects interns with recognized experts in social insurance and health policy, offering the interns access to information and experiences found nowhere else

The application deadline is March 1, 2010 so please direct students to the program descriptions and online application forms that are available for perusal at Internship Opportunities section of our site www.nasi.org. Thank you in advance for passing these opportunities along to students and faculty at your school.

Deric Joyner

Project Associate

National Academy of Social Insurance (NASI)

1776 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Suite 615

phone: 202-452-8097 | fax: 202-452-8111

e-mail: djoyner@nasi.org | web: www.nasi.org

Advising for Econ, Math/Stat and NEW Math-Econ Programs

2010-02-06T12:44:00.000-08:00

Information/Advising Session
for new BS in Mathematics and Economics, as well as other Econ and Math/Stat programs
AND
Honors requirements in Econ and Math (including Capstones)

Battelle Thompkins Atrium
Wednesday, Feb. 24, 3:30 pm.

ALL your QUESTIONS ANSWERED by
Directors of Undergraduate Study in Math/Stat and Economics
Michael Keynes and Mary Hansen

Hosted by CAS Advising, the Honors Program, and the Departments of Economics and Math/Stat

Opportunity to Share Your Concerns and Suggestions about Econ Program

2010-02-04T06:51:00.001-08:00

Students with undergraduate economics programs
are invited to participate in an informal discussion
of the department's success in meeting economics program
student learning objectives.

Student feedback is shared with the entire economics department and
is considered seriously as we make our annual plans for improving our
program. For example, in the past students have recommended that we
create a program with an emphasis in mathematics to better prepare people
for grad school. This year we created such a program that will be available
beginning Fall 2010. So, please come share your concerns and suggestions.

The discussion will be hosted by Professors Hansen and Wisman
on Monday, February 15, 3:35-4:30 in Roper 101.

See you there,

Prof. H.

Panel on Gender Equality

2010-02-03T11:31:00.000-08:00

The Department of Economics and the Program on Gender Analysis in Economics presents:

Tribute to
Barbara Bergmann
Professor Emeritus, American University

Friday, February 19, 2010, 4 pm - 6 pm

Location: American University, Mary Graydon Center Room 200

Featuring a panel on:
"How Much Progress Has Been Achieved Towards Gender Equality And Which Way Forward"

Reception 6 pm - 7 pm, Mary Graydon Center Room 247

Free Practice Tests: GRE etc.

2010-01-30T09:53:00.001-08:00

FREE practice GRE, LSAT, & MCAT

Monday, February 1st @ 6pm at American University

On Monday, February 1st at 6pm, Pi Alpha Delta is sponsoring a FREE opportunity for students to take a practice GRE, LSAT, and MCAT .

Each test will and will be proctored like the actual exam. After the test, guest instructors will give a short workshop on test-taking strategies and answer questions.

Even if you cannot make it out on February 1st , as long as you register by e-mail, we will order you a copy of the exam that you want, and you can pick it up any time.

This is a great opportunity for students to see how they might score on the real thing, and also to get an idea of the questions types that will be on the real test.

To sign up for the event, you just need to provide us with the following information by e-mail at:

AUFreePracticeTest@gmail.com

1. Name

2. Home address

3. E-mail

4. Phone number

5. Graduation year

6. Which test you would like to take

Before the event, we will send you an e-mail confirming your registration and giving you the room number for your test.

Again, this is a completely FREE event and a great opportunity for anyone interested in going to grad, law, or med school in the next few years!

See you on 2.1.10 !

Part time job for an econ student: available SOON

2010-01-22T14:59:00.000-08:00

ERS is hosting a conference on Behavioral Economics in April.

We are looking for a student to help with organizing the conference and other logistics. Please have any interested undergraduate students contact Lisa Mancino, lmancino@ers.usda.gov

Thanks!

Jessica E. Todd, PhD

Agricultural Economist

Diet, Safety, and Health Economics Branch

Food Economics Division, Economic Research Service, USDA

1800 M Street NW, Room S2089

Washington, D.C. 20036

tel: 202.694.5363

fax: 202.694.5688

jtodd@ers.usda.gov

Action-Oriented Internships

2010-01-18T13:59:00.001-08:00

Hi,

This term, become a Student PIRG intern and you can help to solve the big problems that our country faces!

Find out more at: http://www.studentpirgs.org/internships

We're running campaigns to stop global warming, improve public transit, fight hunger and homelessness, and increase student financial aid.

Possible internships include:

· Working with the local and state media to raise awareness of the solutions to global warming

· Running a video petition to convince Ticketmaster not to merge

· Plan a service event to help build up resources for Haiti relief

As an intern you'll have an impact on issues that you care about and you'll learn valuable skills like working with the media, public speaking, and organizing large events.

Sign up for an info session today: http://www.studentpirgs.org/internships

Thanks,

Krista

Krista Dressler

Student PIRGs

kristad@studentpirgs.org

www.studentpirgs.org

Undergrad Summer Research Opps from Midwestern Universities

2010-01-18T06:49:00.000-08:00

A group of major midwistern universities, including the University of Chicago, have a cooperative program sponsoring summer research opps for students considering pursuing PhDs.

http://www.cic.net/Home/Students/SROP/Introduction.aspx

NSF Research Opportunities for Undergrads

2010-01-18T06:47:00.000-08:00

Go to this site to search for summer research opportunities funded by the NSF. Most cover travel costs and pay a stipend.

http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/reu_search.cfm

Summer Program Opportunity

2010-01-18T06:35:00.000-08:00

Globalization and its Critics

May 22- June 21, 2010

What are you doing this summer?

Don’t graduate without taking the time to explore the world. Summer is an especially inviting time to study in a foreign country. The weather is warm, people are relaxed, and many things are more informal. Syracuse University offers students a choice of over 35 accredited summer programs in Africa, Asia & the South Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East.

I want to tell you about a program which might interest you. Globalization and its Critics.. The seminar visits companies and government organizations in Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Holland, France, and England. You will visit the leading fashion and luxury companies in Europe such as Prada, Gucci and LVMH, the leading industrial companies like DaimlerChrysler and Airbus, the leading media companies like BBC, the Economist, CNN, the leading political institutions like the European Union, United Nations and NATO, the leading NGO’s like Greenpeace, Oxfam and the International Labor Unions.

The focus is on the main economic, business, and political issues arising from globalization in Europe. Should global companies adapt their products, prices, and marketing strategies to local conditions? How do global companies hire, train, and motivate employees for diverse cultural backgrounds?

What a great way to spend your summer! The application deadline is March 1, 2010. Apply now!

For more information, please visit http://suabroad.syr.edu or contact the SU Abroad office at 1-800-235-3472 or by email at suabroad@syr.edu.

Tracy Zappola | Interim Assistant Director of Summer Programs

SU Abroad

106 Walnut Place

Syracuse, NY 13244

t 315.443.9419 f 315.443.4593 e tzappola@syr.edu

CAS Student Research Conference

2010-01-09T11:46:00.000-08:00

The best CAS students—from freshmen to seniors and graduate students—are invited to participate in the 20th Annual CAS Robyn Rafferty Mathias Student Research Conference.

The conference will be Saturday, March 20, 2010, in Katzen, and the application deadline is February 12.

Each year, nearly 200 students participate, and because of a generous grant from Robyn Rafferty Mathias, significant cash prizes are awarded to as many as thirty students.

Within each subject area and presentation type, separate awards go to graduate students, to juniors and seniors, and to freshmen and sophomores.
The awards reflect the wide variety of intellectual and creative expression found in the College of Arts and Sciences. Awards are given for readings and performances as well as for papers and posters.

Details, application forms, and instructions for students can be found at http://american.edu/cas/src.cfm. If the portal is not open yet, please check back soon.

Summer Federal Govt Programs

2010-01-09T11:27:00.000-08:00

We'd love to have your assistance in spreading the word about our Summer Federal Government Programs! Students selected for these competitive positions will intern for 10 weeks at offices within the U.S. Department of Defense, Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury, Coast Guard, or other government agencies. Many available positions call for candidates from the fields of business, computer science, mathematics, statistics, and engineering, so applications from students pursuing these majors are especially welcomed. Additionally, TWC encourages students from many diverse backgrounds to apply--including women, minorities and students with disabilities.

Accepted interns will receive significant financial assistance and, if needed, access to furnished apartment housing. The amount of financial assistance provided varies based on factors such as whether students are receiving academic credit, whether they live in Washington Center housing, and whether they are undergraduate or graduate level at the time of the internship.

Qualifications:

Students must:

-have U.S. citizenship;
-be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program with a GPA of 2.5 or above;
-be available for a ten-week period beginning May 26, 2010 (summer term);
-demonstrate experience and/or a strong interest in working for the federal government.

How to Apply:

All students applying to the regular Washington Center internship program will be considered for placement at federal agencies. However, students who are only interested in being considered for federal internship opportunities that provide financial assistance should apply under the Government Program option.

To do this, students must submit an online application at secure.twc.edu. Once they create a username and password, they should log in and start an Internship application. When prompted, students should select option 2 for the Government Program. The application has been modified from the one used in previous years, and students are encouraged to select more than one agency from among the choices listed, as similar positions may be available in multiple agencies.

As a reminder, undergraduate students from universities affiliated with The Washington Center must receive approval from their liaison for their application to be considered. Let us know if you are uncertain about your institution's affiliation status or would like to find out who is currently serving as your campus liaison. If applying under the Government Program option, students will be able to identify whether or not they intend to earn academic credit for their participation.

Selection Process:

Students will be considered on a rolling basis, with a deadline of February 1, 2010. Students will be notified of their placement status as decisions are made by each agency. For many programs, students may expect to wait several months before hearing about official offers or positions being filled.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me. Thank you for helping us to promote these opportunities to appropriate faculty, staff and students at your institution.

Sincerely,

Katie McKenzie
Program Coordinator, Institutional Relations
The Washington Center

Email: katie.mckenzie@twc.edu
Phone: 202-238-7729 or 800-486-8921

Job posting

2009-12-16T16:51:00.000-08:00

I am trying to fill an Excel Support Specialist position. Most recently, I’ve had the greatest success filling this position with recent Econ grads and undergrads. I have listed the job description below. I would greatly appreciate if you could recommend recent graduates and undergraduates who would be interested in the position. Please feel free to forward this email to your students and have them respond directly to me by email, with their resumes attached. I will contact responding candidates who are qualified.

The position is initially scheduled as a 12 month contract. However, it is likely to go indefinitely, with the strong possibility of growth and permanent employment. Thanks!

Position: Excel Support Specialist
Location: Washington, DC
Duration: 12 month contract
Required: Bachelor Degree a MUST

For the group V mandatory skills:
X Need STRONG Excel skills, can be from school, Bachelors or Masters.
X Macros: Need to be able to record and run macros.
X Pivot Tables: Know how to create a Pivot Table
X Charts: Create and modify charts
X VBA skills a plus.
X Functions: Good understanding of functions, how to use them and where to look for them.
X Customer support experience a strong plus.
X Working with the Economists to understand business and work with Economic data.
X Macro and Micro Economic courses from school needed.

For Migration Project:
X Users are storing all data in Excel, client is moving them into a structure database.
X Supporting an in-house DB (Excel front end, Access back end) for Excel application. Take current Workbooks, change the links where the data is, change the structure of the workbooks to work with the new environment, clean up to workbooks with the new data base.
X Need to make presentations to the group to show how to use the new system. Prepare the presentation and present to a small group or one on one training.
X Economic background is a plus.
X Support users on the use of the new database and support other Excel questions from users.

Core Excel position:
X Will support Enterprise-wide users from a Tier 2 and Tier 3 perspective.
X Strong customer support skills needed.
X Degree is mandatory
X Willingness to learn, support users with a positive attitude.
X Support anything related to Excel.
X Any Economic background a plus V will be supporting economic data.

Responsibilities will include providing Tier 2 support on Excel and related applications. Developing, maintaining, and implementing applications in VBA for Excel and assisting in the creation of workgroup databases. Working directly with staff members throughout the client site in the retrieval and manipulation of economic data (i.e., developing macros/add-ins to streamline economic research/analysis). Testing all Excel add-ins prior to implementation. Providing training to users.

Qualified candidates should have experience supporting VBA/Excel applications.
Experience with the following is a must:
- Pivot Table
- Excel Functions
- Charts
- Excel Macro
Good interpersonal skills are also key as part of this job requires system support and interacting with economists and staff researchers. Undergraduate degree (preferably in Math, Economics or Computer Science) is required. Basic programming skills and database knowledge is required.

Let it snow!

Joel

Joel Weinberg
Sr. Placement Manager
COMSYS
9737 Washingtonian Blvd.
Suite 500
Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Please make note of my new phone number:

Office: 301.921.3617

Toll Free: 800.926.6797 ext. 3617

Fax: 301.921.3660

jweinberg@comsys.com

www.comsys.com

ICPSR student data competition

2009-11-20T05:29:00.000-08:00

This is a reminder about the 2010 ICPSR Research Paper Competitions!

This year ICPSR is sponsoring THREE competitions – two for undergraduates and a new competition for Master’s level students!

The purpose of these competitions is to highlight the best student research papers using quantitative data. The objective is to encourage students to explore the social sciences by means of critical analysis of a topic supported by quantitative analysis of a dataset(s) held within the ICPSR archive and presented in written form.

· The winner of each competition receives $1,000 cash and the paper will be published.
· Deadline for submission is January 31, 2010.

More information, submission guidelines, and promotional posters are found by visiting the competition website found here: http://www.icpsr.umich.edu/icpsrweb/ICPSR/prize/index.jsp

Koch Associate Program

2009-11-17T10:57:00.001-08:00

For graduating students who are interested in exploring jobs in the policy arena-either in Washington, D.C. or at the state level-the Koch Associate Program is a great place to start. According to Forbes.com, D.C. (where the program is based) has one of the strongest job markets in the nation.

At the Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation, we are currently accepting applications for the 2010-11 Koch Associate Program-an elite job opportunity for young professionals who are passionate about free-market ideas and who want to become more effective at advancing liberty throughout their careers. Through the year-long program, which begins in June 2010, Associates work full-time within a free-market think tank, policy institute, or grassroots organization. While most positions are located here in the D.C. area, I would like to stress that there are also opportunities outside of D.C. at various state-based organizations.

Contact:
Thomas Russell
Associate, Marketing and Recruiting
Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation
1515 N. Courthouse Rd.
Suite #200
Arlington, VA 22201

CGK Foundation

Conferences for Undergrad Research Presentations

2009-11-16T17:37:00.000-08:00

There are two off-campus opportunities for presenting that undergrads doing research should consider:

1: National Conferences for Undergrad Research, in March at Univ. of Montanta. Deadline for abstract submission 12/4: go to http://www.ncur.org/.
Talk to your faculty research advisor, and let them know that Vice Provost Deane is hoping to defray some of the cost of sending an AU team. AU students who went last in 2009 had a great experience!

2: Undergrad sessions at the Eastern Economic Association Meetings in Philly, Feb. 26-28. Deadline for abstract submission is 1/15. For info: http://www.elon.edu/e-web/students/ipe/eeas.xhtml. Again, talk to your faculty research advisor about applying. Students can apply for CAS Mellon funds to defray up to $250 in expenses.

Pickering Fellowship Info Session

2009-11-02T07:18:00.000-08:00

Info Session
Wednesday, November 4, 4-5pm
McKinley 155

Are you a junior or senior interested in pursuing a Foreign Service career? Join the Office of Merit Awards for an info session Wednesday, November 4, 4-5pm at McKinley 155 on The Thomas R. Pickering Undergraduate and Graduate Foreign Affairs Fellowships. Students in academic programs focused on international affairs, political and economic analysis, administration, management, and science policy programs are encouraged to apply. Awards include tuition, room, and board for students seeking graduate degrees in public policy, international studies, or public administration. U.S. citizenship required; minimum 3.2 GPA; women, minorities, and those with financial need encouraged to apply.

Dept. of Commerce Internships

2009-10-29T06:55:00.000-07:00

Department of Commerce
Internship Program for Postsecondary Students
ANNOUNCES

Internships in the Washington, D.C. Metro area during the Spring Session
These internships offer participants opportunities for hands-on education and training related to their fields of interest and those of the DOC. Selected applicants will intern for 15 weeks beginning as early as 04 January 2010 or as late as 15 February 2010.

Specific Information:

Economic Development Administration, Washington, D.C., two internships, Graduate level, majors: Planning, Library Science, Business, Statistics, or similar

Industry and Security- Office of Exporter Services, Washington, D.C., three internships, Undergraduate (1) and Graduate (2) International Affairs, International Trade, Law, Business or National Security Policy

Benefits:

Undergraduate interns receive a weekly stipend of $500; graduate interns receive $600. In addition, both undergraduate and graduate interns receive a $150 weekly housing allowance, plus limited travel reimbursement and accidental medical expense coverage.

Eligibility Requirements:

• US Citizenship
• Undergraduate and Graduate Students
• Enrolled In the Washington, D.C. Metro Area
• Submit a complete application* by no later than 01 December 2009
• Available for a 2010 Spring Session Internship

Click here for application: http://www.orau.gov/partform/DOC/DOCApplication.pdf

Questions should be addressed to DOCprogram@orau.org.

BEA Academic Seminar

2009-10-26T11:41:00.001-07:00

The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) is hosting an Academic Seminar on November 17, 2009. This event will be held from 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at BEA, located at 1441 L Street, NW , Washington , DC .

This is a FREE event!

Presenters will provide an overview of BEA statistics and how they are used in the ‘real world.’ BEA staff will also demonstrate interactive features of the agency’s Web site and illustrate practical applications for both classroom and research.

This event is open to graduate and undergraduate students and faculty. Attached are the flyer and preliminary agenda with additional information about this event. Please feel free to forward it on to faculty and students, or to reproduce and post the flyer in your department offices. Another e-mail will be sent out with the finalized version of the agenda for the seminar at a later date. For more information and to register for the event, e-mail events@bea.gov.

Light refreshments will be available.

Thank you and we hope to see you there!

Gianna M. Marrone

Communications Division

U.S. Department of Commerce

Bureau of Economic Analysis

1441 L ST NW

Washington , DC 20230

(202) 606-9633

Sign up for e-mail delivery of some of the Nation's most important economic indicators at www.bea.gov

Koch Internship Program

2009-10-20T13:35:00.001-07:00

The spring Koch Internship Program is a unique, paid opportunity for students and recent graduates to work in Washington, D.C. We are currently looking for candidates who not only have a commitment to free-market principles and individual liberty, but also demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit in and outside of the classroom.

Details about the Koch Internship Program:
• Runs from January 19 to May 7, 2010
• Offers part-time flexibility
• Pays an hourly rate of $12.00
• Allows interns to gain real-world experience working in a think thank or policy institute
• Equips interns with the management training and professional development necessary to be successful and effective at advancing liberty

Please take a minute to pass this information along to anyone who may be interested in the program. Applications are due by December 4th.

Please click on our visit our website to find out more information. If you have additional questions, please don't hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,

Thom

Thomas Russell
Associate, Marketing and Recruiting
Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation
1515 N Courthouse Rd
Suite 200
Arlington, VA 22201
www.cgkfoundation.org

Bureau of Econ Analysis: Event Open to Students

2009-10-15T07:26:00.000-07:00

Upcoming Event: Al are welcome!

2009-10-15T07:25:00.000-07:00

"Keynesian Stimulus in the 21st Century:
What Have We Learned from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act?"

Speaker:
Dr. Jared Bernstein
Chief Economist and Economic Adviser to Vice President Joe Biden

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
Ward 2
5:00 to 6:30 pm

Co-sponsored by:
Department of Economics, College of Arts & Sciences
Department of Finance & Real Estate, Kogod School of Business
Department of Government, School of Public Affairs

Jared Bernstein is the Chief Economist and Economic Adviser to Vice
President Joe Biden. He is also the Executive Director of the Middle
Class Task Force created by President Obama, and chaired by Vice
President Biden.

Bernstein's areas of expertise include income inequality and mobility,
trends in employment and earnings, low-wage labor markets and poverty,
international comparisons, and the analysis of federal and state
economic policies.

Prior to his role in the administration, Bernstein was a senior
economist and the director of the Living Standards Program at the
Economic Policy Institute in Washington, D.C. Between 1995 and 1996, he
held the post of deputy chief economist at the U.S. Department of Labor.

Bernstein is the coauthor of the last seven editions of "The State of
Working America" as well as "The Benefits of Full Employment: When
Markets Work for People," and has published extensively in popular and
academic venues, including The New York Times, Washington Post, American
Prospect, and Research in Economics and Statistics. He was also a
contributor to the financial news station CNBC.

Awards for Gender Equity

2009-10-13T10:03:00.000-07:00

The Myra Sadker Foundation is excited to announce that applications for our 2010 funding awards are now available! We ask that you please share these funding opportunities with your students, colleagues, and others that may be interested.

The Foundation sponsors 4 funding programs to promote gender equity:

· undergraduate scholarships

· doctoral dissertation awards

· teacher grants for classroom projects

· grants for student projects.

Descriptions of each award as well as application requirements can be found at http://www.sadker.org/awards.html.

We appreciate all the efforts to create fairness in our nation's schools.

Thanks!

David Sadker

The Myra Sadker Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting equity in and beyond schools. By working to eliminate gender bias, the Foundation enhances the academic, psychological, economic and physical potential of America's children. The Foundation supports research, training and special programs for teachers, parents, children and all those whose work and interests touch the lives of children.

Opportunity from Mobilize.org

2009-10-08T11:50:00.000-07:00

Mobilize.org is looking for participants in our Democracy 2.0 Grant
Summit in Chicago. We would love to see you and those in your
organization apply to particiapte in our summit! Please pass this
on to the students in your department! Anyone between the
ages of 16-34 is welcome to apply.

The current economic state for young Americans, and all Americans, is
a frightening one. It tells the story of growing national debt;
increasing personal debt; many instances of irresponsible spending and
lending practices on college campuses and in low-income communities;
inadequate health care coverage; and rapidly disappearing safety nets
for our generation. These factors, coupled with the fact that we are
living in a time of innovation and growth in our country, mandates
that we find sustainable and creative ways to solve the problems of
our society and ensure that in defining these solutions – we are not
bankrupting our futures.

The millennial generation must take immediate and collaborative action
to put our economic future on a sustainable and improving path.
Mobilize.org has heard this clear call for action from our membership,
and it is with pleasure that I announce an event, co-produced and
presented by the Peter G. Peterson Foundation to explore the barriers
preventing our generation from achieving financial health. We hope
you’ll join us from November 17th – 20th in Chicago for a Democracy
2.0 Grant Summit entitled, Exploring the Millennial Generation’s ROI
where we will bring together 150 millennials for discussion, debate
and action on this important question. This event is also organized in
association with Lifetuner, a program of AARP that offers guidance on
what you can do to get your finances into the best possible shape for
the short and long haul.

The theory of change of Mobilize.org, entitled Democracy 2.0,
prescribes that it’s not enough for millennials to identify their most
pressing individual issues, but that the millenials must take the lead
and work collaboratively to propose solutions to these issues and then
obtain the resources needed to implement and institutionalize those
solutions. To that end, Mobilize.org anticipates that we will award
grants up to $25,000 for selected projects and proposals that begin to
address the barriers preventing our generation from achieving
financial health. Mobilize.org is a millennial built, millennial led
organization that understands that the economic well-being of this
generation is the key to our success, both today and tomorrow.
However, we also know that we cannot do it alone and we see the value
in working in true intergenerational partnerships to solve society’s
most pressing problems.

Please visit our website for more information and to apply. Our
application window will open today, Thursday, September 17th and close
one month later on October 17th. Please join us in Chicago for this
important conversation, and more importantly – as we seed the action
steps that will highlight the leadership, perseverance, innovation and
creativity of the millennial generation.

Keep Mobilizin’

Maya, and the Mobilize.org Team
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AU Grants for Students: Upcoming Deadlines and Events

2009-10-06T10:11:00.000-07:00

For this academic year, the University Honors Program will again administer AU's undergraduate research grants and are pleased to have this added opportunity to engage with AU faculty and students across campus. We would appreciate your spreading the word to faculty and others working with students about these AU undergraduate grants (and related grants for faculty mentors) and the value of these in fostering collaborative learning beyond the confines of the classroom.

Information about these grants, which are open to all AU undergraduate students (not just Honors students), can be found at: http://www1.american.edu/honors/research/. In addition to information about the grants, related deadlines and application forms, at this site you'll also find details about conferences -- on and off campus -- where students can present their research and creative projects, along with a sample of publications accepting students' work, and other resources at AU and beyond for undergraduate research. We hope this information will be useful and we welcome your suggestions for enhancing what is now available there.

In connection with its role administering the AU undergraduate research grants, Honors is sponsoring again this year a series of sessions, open to the AU community, to encourage undergraduate research, publicize the AU research grants/related deadlines, and to assist students in the basics of applying for grants. The first session in the series will be tomorrow, Wednesday, Oct. 7 , from 3:30-5 p.m ., in Mary Graydon Center, room 200. The panel will feature a selection of AU undergraduate research summer '09 fellowship recipients and their faculty mentors speaking on the benefits of these grants. Office of Merit Awards director Dr. Paula Warrick will also be on hand, speaking on the value of undergraduate research experience for students' overall development and prospects in for landing national fellowships, entry to graduate/professional school and employment. Thank you for posting the attached flier about the event and for encouraging students and faculty to attend. We welcome your ideas for additional programming in support of undergraduate research on campus.

Opportunities at EPA

2009-10-04T10:46:00.001-07:00

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as part of its Greater
Research Opportunities (GRO) program, is offering Greater Research
Opportunities (GRO) undergraduate fellowships for bachelor level
students in environmental fields of study. The deadline for receipt of
paper applications is December 10, 2009 at 4:00 PM and December 10, 2009
at 11:59:59 PM ET for submittal of electronic applications to Grants.gov.

Subject to availability of funding, the Agency plans to award
approximately 30 new fellowships by July 30, 2010.

Eligible students will receive support for their junior and senior years
of undergraduate study and for an internship at an EPA facility during
the summer between their junior and senior years. The fellowship
provides up to $19,250 per year of academic support and up to $8,000 of
internship support for a three-month summer period.

For all information on how to apply visit:
http://www.epa.gov/ncer/rfa/2010/2010_gro_undergrad.html
<http://pull.xmr3.com/p/9208-9520/80802653/clickto1_r-rfa-2010-2010_gro_undergrad.html>

National Center for Environmental Research
1200 Pennsylvania AV NW
Washington DC 20460

Federal Careers Week

2009-10-01T11:53:00.001-07:00

The AU Career Center, Office of Merit Awards, and Kogod Center for Career Development are pleased to present our second annual Federal Careers Week: October 5-9 .
Please encourage your students and alumni to participate in any of our five panel discussions , two workshops , and two information sessions through which they'll learn about federal careers in business, energy, the environment, intelligence, international affairs, and law enforcement as well as the NSEP/Boren Undergraduate Scholarship and Graduate Fellowship that offer language training and research opportunities to students who intend to work for the federal government.

Representatives, including several AU alumni, from the following agencies and organizations will be on campus to share their expertise and encouragement with our students: CIA; Department of Agriculture; Department of Energy, Office of African and Middle Eastern Affairs; Department of Homeland Security; Department of Justice, Antitrust Division; Department of State; Environmental Protection Agency, Climate Economics Branch; Federal Reserve Board; General Services Administration; National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; National Security Education Program; Nuclear Regulatory Commission; Office of the Director of National Intelligence, National Counterproliferation Center; Security First and Associates; and Securities and Exchange Commission.

Provost Bass will kick off Federal Careers Week with a special welcome to our federal partners at our first event - Law Enforcement and Intelligence Careers - on Monday, October 5 at 5:30 p.m. in MGC 2. You and your faculty are most welcome at any of these events.

All event details are available at: www.american.edu/careercenter/fedweek.cfm

IRS Is Looking for Economists

2009-09-29T07:55:00.000-07:00

We are looking to fill many Economist positions in the DC metro area. If you meet the educational and/or combination of education and experience, I highly recommend you that you apply at this time.

As an Economist, you will conduct studies to create tax policy and public dissemination data files, and you will be responsible for the planning, execution and control of projects. You will keep abreast of economic, statistical and tax literature for data and research methodologies.

As an Economist you will:
~ Plan tax return study content with data users.
~ Collaborate with mathematical statisticians to ensure proper sampling and weighting techniques are used.
~ Work with mathematical statisticians, statisticians and information technology specialists to ensure that sampled paper or efile tax returns are obtained.
~ Assist in designing and testing data entry/error correction computer systems for paper filed and electronically filed tax returns.
~ Write data entry/error correction manuals.
~ Train data entry/error correction class to data entry personnel.
~ Correct complex data errors using outside information as necessary.
~ Review tax return data file to ensure that it is accurate, complete, and that it represents the population of that type of tax return.
~ Write statistical table specifications and produce tables using statistical software packages that represent the tax return population.
~ Write and publish articles with statistical tables that represent the population of a tax return type, for an in-house publication.
~ Provides consultation to specialists working on the same or related fields of study outside of the Division.

In addition to a few opportunities that are currently open on USAJOBS, we also have another opportunity that is available for you at the grade 9 level. Please review flyer attached and apply directly through personnel for this type of opportunity. I would also recommend you apply through the competitive process on USAJOBS at the links below.

Under the Federal Career Intern Program (FCIP), you will participate in an intensive two (2) year program that will â€œjump startâ€� your career. Upon successful completion of the internship period, which includes rotation through the varied Economist disciplines, you will become eligible for permanent placement within the agency and develop your potential for future advancement. Your skills and experience are challenged from day one of this career opportunity.

Other opportunities posted on USAJOBS:

GS-0110-7
http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=83561029&aid=56998514-2899&WT.mc_n=125

Basic Requirements for Grade 7 Economist:

A. Have a bachelor's degree in economics that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semesters hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus and have Superior Academic Achievement (SAA).

SAA is based on (1)class standing: you must be in the upper third of your graduating class in college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses; (2) grade-point average: you must have a grade point average of (a) 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum; or (b) 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of required courses completed in your major field or required courses in your major field completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum or (3) election to membership in a national scholastic honor society. NOTE: Grade-point averages are to be rounded to one decimal place. For example, 2.95 will round to 3.0 and 2.94 will round to 2.9. OR

B. Have one full year of graduate level study (at least 18 semester hours or the equivalent), or possess a master's or higher degree, e.g., LL.B, J.D., LL.M., Ph.D., in economics. OR

C. Have at least one year of experience (equivalent to at least the GS-5 level in the Federal service) in conducting statistical surveys, tabulating and processing data, preparing charts, and tables; or economic research; or economic project coordination requiring the evaluation and interpretation of economic information; or teaching assignments in a college or university that involved class instruction in economics. OR

D. Have less than the full amount of graduate education described in "B" and less than the amount of experience described in "C," but I have a combination of the type of education described in "B" and the type of experience described in "C."

GS-0110-9
http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=83455645&aid=56998514-2899&WT.mc_n=125

Basic Requirements for grade 9 Economist:
Degree: economics, that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus.
OR
Combination of education and experience--courses equivalent to a major in economics, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

In addition to the basic requirements for this position, to be minimally qualified for the Grade 9, you must meet A, B, or C below.

A. Master's or equivalent degree in Economics or 2 academic years of graduate education leading to a Master's or equivalent graduate degree in Economics.
OR
B. At least 1 year of combined graduate education and experience as defined in paragraphs A and C.
OR
C. 1 year of full time specialized experience equivalent to the next lower level (GS-7) in the Federal Government. Specialized experience is experience that is related to this job and has equipped you with
the competencies required for successful job performance. Examples of experience qualifying as specialized include experience demonstrating a working knowledge of methods and principles of economics, statistical principles and practices, and research and study designs; being responsible for the initiation, formulation, planning, execution and control of studies/projects; resolving errors requiring attention; producing tables and graphs using computer software packages; and keeping abreast of economic, statistical and tax literature for data and research methodologies.

If this is a fit for yourself or you can share this with any other interested candidate(s), it would greatly be appreciated.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

Shannon Dickerson
Acting East Team Manager /
IRS Recruiter - DC/MD/VA/WV
Human Capital Office - IRS Recruitment Office
11510 Georgia Ave. 3rd fl.
Wheaton, MD 20902
vms (202) 283-8064
cell (240) 595-2403
fax (202) 283-0142
email shannon.dickerson@irs.gov

IRS Career Information www.jobs.irs.gov
To Apply www.usajobs.opm.gov (See attached file: FCIP Flyer - NRP Economist 2009-2010.pub) (See attached file: FCIP FACT SHEET.doc)

Opportunities at BLS

2009-09-25T13:37:00.003-07:00

Economist GS-7

Job Description:

**PLEASE NOTE**APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 10/21/2009!

This is an Economist position under the Federal Career Intern Program (FCIP).

Are you interested in the health of our national economy? Would you like to start your career as an Economist with the principal fact-finding agency in the field of labor economics and statistics? If so, we may have just the opportunity you are looking for!The Bureau of Labor Statistics seeks energetic, persuasive, motivated and communicative individuals. Join an accomplished staff of economists and other professionals and help us collect and generate some of the Nation’s key economic indicators such as the Unemployment Rate, the Consumer Price Index, the Producer Price Index, the Import/Export Index and the Employment Cost Index.Typical duties of an Economist may include, but are not limited to, the following:- Serving as a technical and operational liaison between national office and regional office staff. - Assisting senior economists in performing needs assessments and developing training materials.- Teaching sections of training courses and assisting with on-line training activities - Developing knowledge of collection procedures and data collection systems.- Participating in BLS quality assurance activities.As an employer of choice, what can BLS offer you? BLS has something to offer everyone!Are you a recent college graduate or a student graduating in December 2009? Or, perhaps you are a mid-career professional or a retiree? Regardless, we may have what you are looking for:•Work relevant to the nation’s economy –we collect, process, analyze, and disseminate essential statistical data to the American public, the U.S. Congress, other Federal agencies, State and local governments, business, and labor.•Opportunities to develop leadership skills and enhance programmatic knowledge. •Competitive compensation package and the ability to balance work, family and play – includes generous benefits rarely found in the private sector: - Subsidized health & life insurance and optional flexible spending accounts, long-term care and dental. - Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), a 401K equivalent - Paid vacation and sick days - 10 federal holidays - Flexible work schedules•Wide ranging travel potential in some program areas.•Advancement potential –You can climb the career ladder from GS-7 to GS-9 to GS-11, then GS-12. Advancement through GS-12 is non-competitive – it is based solely on your individual work performance. After remaining in a GS-12 position for one year, you can apply for a GS-13 position. Feel free to visit the following link to view the salary chart for the Washington D.C. economist position: http://www.opm.gov/flsa/oca/09tables/html/dcb.asp
Qualifications:
This position is advertised at the GS-7 level. To qualify at the GS-7 level, applicants must:Have a bachelor's degree that includes at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus.ORHave a combination of education and experience--courses equivalent to a major in economics, as shown in the option above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.ADDITIONALLY, you must meet the above criteria AND have a 2.95 GPA or higher.If ungraded hours exceed 10 percent, GPA cannot be used. Examples of ungraded hours are those courses that did not receive a traditional letter grade (i.e., Pass/Fail, CLEP, CCAF, work experience credit, etc.). If you are qualifying on education, please submit copies of all college transcripts to include any transfer course work. Applications that do not include the required documents will result in being rated as ineligible and will result in missing out on employment opportunities. For more information on career opportunities at the Bureau of Labor Statistics, please visit, please visit http://www.bls.gov/jobs.***Current US Citizenship Required***
How To Apply

To apply for the vacancy as an Economist at the GS-7 level: - Go to the following link: https://applicationmanager.gov/Login.aspx - If you do not have account, create one. - After you have signed into your account, you will be taken to a screen where you will need to enter the appropriate "Vacancy Identification Number" to begin the application process: - To apply for the BLS Economist vacancy, enter the following code: WA287785 - When asked to provide your “Geographic Availability”, please check Washington, D.C. You will be required to upload a copy of your resume and transcript to be considered for this position. Veterans documentation can be uploaded if applicable. The deadline for applying to this position is October 21, 2009.
Requested Documents:
Resume
Transcript
Note: During the application process, you will be required to submit a resume and transcripts.

Contact Info
Jean Cheng2 Massachusetts Avenue, NE, Room 4280Washington, District of Columbia 20212careers@bls.gov202-691-5827

Additional info on consulting job opportunities

2009-09-24T11:07:00.000-07:00

On Wednesday, September 30th, Deloitte is hosting a panel on the AU campus called "Consulting for Non-Business Majors," and I think it would be an excellent event for economics majors to be attend.

Consulting for Non-Business Majors
Description: Not a business major? Consulting may still be for you! Come join this forum as professionals from Deloitte Consulting showcase how they've applied their non-business degree backgrounds to the world of consulting.
Date: Wednesday, September 30th
Time: 5-7pm
Location: MGC 4

Advisors are sweet

2009-09-24T06:10:00.000-07:00

Join the CAS advising staff for homemade treats and lemonade.
Thursday 9/24, 3:30-5
Battelle-Thompkins Atrium

Heads-up on Consulting Jobs from an Alum

2009-09-24T06:06:00.000-07:00

After graduation in May I began working in consulting - specifically in Deloitte Consulting's Federal Practice. On Wednesday, September 30th, Deloitte is hosting a pannel (which I'm sitting on) on campus called "Consulting for Non-Business Majors" and I think it would be an excellent event for economics majors to be attend. I know I regularly receive emails from Econ@american.edu , and as department chair I was wondering if you might be able to let me know who is in charge of that listserv, so that I might ask them to forward the following event information to all the economics majors:

Consulting for Non-Business Majors
Description: Not a business major? Consulting may still be for you! Come join this forum as professionals from Deloitte Consulting showcase how they've applied their non-business degree backgrounds to the world of consulting.
Date: Wednesday, September 30th
Time: 5-7pm
Location: MGC 4

Thanks so much, and hope the school year is going well so far!!

Best,
Danielle -- Danielle Sassower DSassower@gmail.com (847) 682-1294

Action Oriented Internships

2009-09-21T06:49:00.001-07:00

I am a Field Organizer with the Student PIRGs. We work on public interest issues that range from stopping global warming and ending poverty to making college more affordable and boosting youth voter turnout.

This semester I’ll be working with motivated students across the state, as well as faculty like you, to tackle these big problems and stand up for the public interest.

The Student PIRGs are now accepting internship applications for Fall 2009.
The purpose of the internship program is to provide the opportunity to take education out of the classroom, to do hands-on work, learn important skills, and make a direct impact on public interest issues. Our interns earn course credit through organizing campaigns and making a difference on the issues that matter most to them!

For more information, please visit our website at http://www.studentpirgs.org/

Sent by kristad@studentpirgs.org

Job Search Event

2009-09-18T13:39:00.000-07:00

Students: Join us for the Job and Internship Search Crash Course this Tuesday at 5:00 PM.

Meet employers and have fun while you learn the employers' perspectives on resumes, interviews and more. The event will be held on the first floor of the Mary Graydon Center in rooms 5 & 6 from 5pm until 7pm. Here are additional details about each table discussion and the employer representatives participating next week:

Interview Skills : Want to ace your next interview? Listen to advice from the people on “the other side of the desk” on what to say—and not say! Employer Representative: Jordin Cohen, AU Alum, Booz Allen Hamilton

Job Search and Networking : If your internet based job search just isn’t working for you, get advice from experts on how to jump-start your job search with effective, proven strategies.

Employer Representative: Reggie Lau, AU Alum, Deloitte Consulting

Salary Negotiation : You’ve got the job offer—now what’s next? Learn why it’s important to negotiate and some “do’s and don’ts” that will help make your negotiation successful. Employer Representative: ( TBD )

Social Networking Websites: Learn strategies of using social networking sites effectively and discover ways to edit your profile to reflect your professional background. Employer Representative: Ross Herosian, Sirius XM Radio

Writing Effective Resumes & Cover Letters : Learn quick tips on how to write a resume that will help you stand out from the crowd and how cover letters are not optional when submitting a resume. A well written cover letter can make the difference in placing your application in the “interview” pile rather than the “reject” pile. Learn strategies for writing a cover letter that will get your resume noticed. Employer Representative: Brian Rokus, CNN Productions

Federal Job Search : If you’re thinking about finding a job with the Federal Government, visit this table to learn how to identify opportunities and how applying for federal jobs differs from applying in the private sector. Employer Representative: ( TBD )

Salary Negotiation : You’ve got the job offer—now what’s next? Learn why it’s important to negotiate and some “do’s and don’ts” that will help make your negotiation successful. Employer Representative: ( TBD ) Register online at

http://eagleeye.american.edu/careercenter/details.cfm?event_ID=4970

Dean Starr Announces Spring Date for Student Conference

2009-09-17T10:53:00.000-07:00

Dear Colleagues,
I am delighted to announce that the 20th annual College of Arts and Sciences Robyn Rafferty Mathias Student Research Conference will take place on Saturday, March 20, 2010. Funded in part by a generous gift from AU trustee and alumna Robyn Rafferty Mathias, the conference provides a forum for College undergraduate and graduate students to present their original scholarly and creative work to fellow students, faculty and friends. Students pursuing a degree in any College discipline are encouraged to participate. Students from other schools may submit work that has been completed in a College of Arts and Sciences course. The deadline for proposal submission is Friday, February 12, 2010. As the conference date approaches, we will be sending you further details of the conference. In the meantime, please contact Mimi Fittig at 885-2436 or fittig@american.edu with any questions you might have on this, the 20th iteration of the College’s signature event for undergraduate and graduate student research.
Peter Starr
Dean, College of Arts and Sciences

Census Bureau at AU Job Fair 9/24

2009-09-13T01:13:00.000-07:00

Census Bureau will be at the American University campus September 24th-25th! A rep will be at the Job and Internship Fair on Thursday, September 24th, where he will provide information about employment and internship opportunities at the U.S. Census Bureau. They will also conduct interviews on campus on Friday, September 25th, in the AU Career Center. Students may sign up for interviews during the career fair.

Latest on Undergraduate Research in CAS

2009-09-10T06:32:00.001-07:00

GRADUATE OR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT TRAVEL
College undergraduate and graduate students who are giving papers or presenting research at scholarly conferences may request up to $250 to help defray the expense of attending the conference.

UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH SUPPORT College support of undergraduate student research falls into two categories:
1. Outstanding College majors will be awarded grants to carry out summer research projects under the direction of a faculty sponsor . Students with summer awards will be expected to present the results of their work at the following spring’s Student Research Conference. Summer awards may be up to $2.500 each, with an additional $500 stipend to the sponsoring faculty member. Factors to be considered include the student’s academic standing, the student’s qualifications to carry out the proposed research, and the sponsoring faculty member’s recommendation.
2. College undergraduate majors may also apply for support to collaborate on research with a faculty member . These awards will support work during the academic year as well as over the summer, as appropriate. A detailed budget is required. A full announcement of these awards will be sent out in late January, with proposals due in March. All undergraduate students with a major in the College are eligible to apply. There is no department limit on student applications. However, departments that fund two students from their own resources may forward a third proposal to the College for priority funding. The submitted proposal should be the strongest received by the department. If you have questions about any of these initiatives, please contact

Associate Dean Tom Husted at husted@american.edu or at x-3773.

Koch Associate Program

2009-09-10T06:24:00.000-07:00

Just last week the Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation began accepting applications for our 2010-11 Koch Associate Program , a year-long job opportunity for those passionate about free-market ideas and who have a desire to become more effective at advancing liberty throughout their careers. Some of our best candidates learn about the program through their professors, so I hope that you will pass this information along to any interested young professionals.

Great candidates for the program, first and foremost, are those with an understanding of and commitment to limited government and individual liberty. Here is a brief description of what else a good candidate should possess:

Required:
· Solid academic record
· 0-10 years of work experience
· Minimum of a bachelor’s degree
· Strong interest in learning effective management in the non-profit setting

Desired:
· Intellectual curiosity
· Willingness to learn and be challenged
· Desire to become a better and more equipped professional
· Humility, integrity, and motivation
· Demonstration of entrepreneurial thinking

Forwarding this email on to students would be much appreciated, but if you’re interested in discussing more ways you can connect students to these opportunities, please contact me! I look forward to working with you soon.

Thanks,

Thom

Thomas Russell Associate, Marketing and Recruiting Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation www.cgkfoundation.org Ph: 703.875.1655

Thinking about Grad School in Economcs?

2009-08-31T11:03:00.000-07:00

First, talk to your favorite Economics professor about making sure you have the right undergraduate courses. A professor can give you advice about whether a Master's program or a Ph.D. program will be best for you, and can help you decide whether you want to go to an Economics program, a Business program, a Public Policy program, or some other program. There are significant differences between focus, and, importantly, funding opportunities between programs.

Then take the GRE to see how you do on the Quantitative section. This score is very important in econ programs.

A useful link is:
American Economic Association Summer Training Program and the AEA Minority Scholarships: http://www.econ.ucsb.edu/aeastp/index.html.

For department rankings, take a look at the AEA web site: http://rfe.org/showCat.php?cat_id=13.

Until recently, there was an online forum about applying to and surviving graduate school in economics. As of this writing, econphd.net is an expired domain name, but you can view old activity on the Internet Archive: http://www.archive.org/web/web.php. Please add a comment if you find a new site devoted to grad school in econ.

Journals of Undergrad Research in Economics

2009-08-31T10:59:00.000-07:00

Undergrads can submit your original reserach paper for review and publication in these journals:

Issues in Political Economy: http://org.elon.edu/ipe/journalinfo.htm.
Undergraduate Economic Review: http://digitalcommons.iwu.edu/uer/.

Research Paper Competitions for Undergraduates

2009-08-31T10:55:00.000-07:00

Awards are offered by

The International Atlantic Economic Society. See http://www.iaes.org/Scholarships%20and%20Grants/.

The Inter-University Consortium for Political and Social Research. See http://www.icpsr.umich.edu/prize/.

Omicron Delta Epsilon (for members only). See http://www.omicrondeltaepsilon.org/awards.html.

External Conferences for Undergraduate Research

2009-08-31T10:41:00.000-07:00

Students who complete reserach as part of a class, an independent study, or capstone should consider presenting their work to the public. Often the venue for presentation is a conference. Some conferences that emphasize economics are:

The Issues in Political Economy Sessions at The Eastern Economics Association (ususally in February). See http://www.elon.edu/e-web/students/ipe/eeas.xhtml. Most years the AU Econ dept takes a team of students. Ask Prof. Hansen for more info. Issues in P.E. is also a journal, to which students can submit papers whether or not they attend the conference.

The Carroll Round at Georgetown University, usually held in the Spring. See http://carrollround.georgetown.edu/.

The Midwest Economics Association, usually held in March. See http://web.grinnell.edu/MEA/.

The International Atlantic Economic Society, usually held in March and October. See http://www.iaes.org/conferences/index.htm. The IAES holds a paper competition with monetary awards and offers travel awards.

The American Academy of Political and Social Science sometimes accepts undergraduate papers on specific conference themes. See http://www.aapss.org/section.cfm/6.

Finally, the NATIONAL CONFERENCES FOR UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH, usually held in April, accepts students in ALL fields, including economics. See http://www.ncur.org/. In 2009, AU and CAS supported student participation in NCUR. Professor Hansen accompanied the AU team; contact her if you are interested in the 2010 conference.

CAS Student Research Conference

2009-08-31T08:04:00.000-07:00

Each Spring, usually in April, the College of Arts and Sciences hosts a full day conference at which students can present their research. The reserach may be done as part of a class project, an idependent study, an Honors Capstone, or independently. Keep this in mind as you do your work throughout the year. For more information, see http://www.american.edu/cas/src/.

The College of Arts and Sciences also has student reserach grants. When information is posted, I'll pass it on here.

AU University Research Grants

2009-08-31T07:56:00.000-07:00

American University has two gants competitions that are open to all university students. One type of grant is intended of offset relatively small expenses and can be applied for at any time. The other type of grant is more substantial, covers a research period of a semester or a summer, and may include a stipend as well as expenses. These grants are currently administered through the Honors Program office on the second floor of Hurst. For more information, go to:
http://www1.american.edu/honors/grants/grants.html.

One Stop Shopping for Econ Students at AU

2009-08-31T07:50:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the new Opportunities for Students blog. I will update this blog with announcements about internships, summer programs, scholarships, and useful links as they are brought to my attention.

Best of luck,

Professor Mary Hansen
Associate Professor
Director of Undergraduate Studies
Department of Economics
American Univeristy
Washington, DC 20016