Economics explores the interplay of decision makers that determines economic well-being.
Economics faculty are engaged in a broad range of research, providing policy recommendations for key local, national, and world economic problems. Prominent work focuses on macroeconomic policy, regulation of banks and financial institutions, environmental and climate change problems, tax policy, international trade, and mechanism design for efficient resource allocation.
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Official membership in the Omicron Delta Epsilon International Honor Society provides international recognition of outstanding academic achievement as well as access to awards, prizes, and programs to support independent research. ODE has roots back to 1915; the Rutgers Theta Chapter was established in 1969. High-performing students of Economics at Rutgers can join ODE for a one-time membership fee of $50.
The department would like to be able to offer membership to outstanding undergraduates regardless of their ability to pay. A donation of $50 would sponsor one undergraduate to a lifetime membership in ODE. A $100 donation would cover the full costs for two students or subsidize four students. Donations of any amount will be collected toward the Department's goal of making ODE membership available to all qualified Rutgers undergraduates without regard to financial circumstances. We appreciate any assistance toward this goal.
We invite you to make a gift and make a difference to Economics students and faculty by supporting one of the following dedicated annual funds:
Student Support Fund
Supports undergraduate and graduate students by providing travel stipends, research funds, and awards for exceptional teaching and research.
Chair’s Fund
Supports departmental activities and initiatives, including seminars, distinguished visiting scholars, and technology enhancement.
Gregory Wachtler Experimental Economics Laboratory Fund
Supports student and faculty research projects in the laboratory, as well as technology enhancements for the laboratory.
Professor Hiroki Tsurumi Graduate Dissertation Fund in Economics
A new graduate dissertation fellowship, named in honor of Emeritus Professor Hiroki Tsurumi who has mentored and advised hundreds of graduate students during his more than 35 years teaching in the Rutgers Economics Program.
Our vision for the future includes the establishment of new endowed professorships and graduate student fellowships to enhance our ability to recruit the best faculty and continue to build quality.
You can support this program by making a secure online donation.
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