The Department of Economics is pleased to announce the second annual Gledhill Prize in Applied Economics, funded by a donation from alumnus Scott Gledhill. The prize is an award made annually for the best paper in applied economics by an OSU undergraduate economics major. The prize carries a $5,000 cash award and recognition by the department and university. Papers are to be submitted electronically by April 15, 2015, to Professor Trevon Logan (logan.155), Director of Undergraduate Studies and chair of the prize committee. The winner will be announced by April 30, 2015.

Applied Economics is a broad area intended to encompass a wide variety of topics, including but not limited to issues related to economic and social consequences of technological change, globalization, and demographic change; effects of regulation and other public policies on individuals, firms, and social welfare; evaluation of policies to improve economic development and well being in low income countries; causes and consequences of technological change and cost growth in medical care; health care reform, and many others. Macroeconomics and economic theory are generally not considered part of applied economics, although some topics in these areas could be suitable. Honors theses and research papers written for courses are welcome, and students are strongly encouraged to seek guidance and supervision from faculty members in the department. However, papers coauthored with faculty are not accepted. Papers must have some economic content, i.e. apply tools of economic analysis, and should be focused on interesting and important topics. Original research is encouraged but not required. Please contact Professor Logan at logan.155@osu.edu for further clarification if necessary.

Dive into summer with SURI! 

Program dates: May 27 – August 1

The SURI Kickoff: Tuesday, May 27

The Summer Undergraduate Research Institute at Ohio State is an extracurricular program for all undergraduate researchers. For students who are here, SURI offers recreational and social activities (sports teams, brown bag lunches, campus outings) and professional development activities (networking opportunities and workshops). For students doing research elsewhere, we offer online communication and the chance to present your research at a poster forum on campus during Fall semester!  SURI is free and open to researchers in all disciplines.

Register now!!!

… and, if you have friends who are doing research this summer, please help us out and pass this email on! It’s a great way to meet new people during a busy and exciting summer!

The Undergraduate Research Office

53 W. 11^th Ave., Columbus, OH  43210

614-292-8307 / uro@osu.edu

http://undergraduateresearch.osu.edu

Undergraduate Research Opportunity: Political Communication

 Dr. William “Chip” Eveland is seeking a volunteer 9 hours per week for 3 credit hours starting in May.  During the 2010 midterm election and the 2011 State of the Union speech, researchers equipped 50 individuals with portable recording devices and had them record their social interactions for two weeks. These audio recordings now need to be listened to in order to flag any conversations relating to politics, public policy, public opinion, international security, and foreign affairs. Conversations on these topics will then be transcribed and ultimately coded to understand topics of conversation and how matters of disagreement and persuasion are dealt with in social interactions. Research Assistants will listen to the recordings, flag relevant content, and transcribe relevant content once identified. This project will last at least through Summer 2014 and probably Autumn 2014 or even Spring 2015.

Skills Needed: Native English language speaker (mandatory), unimpaired hearing (mandatory), accurate typing skills (mandatory), basic understanding of American and Ohio politics (e.g., names of major politicians, political parties). Minimum 3.0 GPA.

Interested students should contact Dr. Eveland at Eveland.6@osu.edu by April 15, 2014, for more information.

From: Christina Henri [mailto:henri@haas.berkeley.edu]
Sent: Monday, March 10, 2014 8:49 PM
To: Blau, David
Subject: For Students: Information Session on the Berkeley Master of Financial Engineering Program this Thursday (Online)

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

We would like to let your students know about an opportunity to learn more about careers in finance for students with quantitative backgrounds.   On Thursday, March 13, we will hold an online information session during which we will discuss the Berkeley Master of Financial Engineering (MFE) program and career paths in finance and data science fields open to graduates of the MFE.  In addition, for those who are ready to apply, we will hold a Q&A on the admissions process with our admissions advisors on Monday, March 17.  Please pass this message on to your students – undergrads, grad students, or postdocs.  Candidates from all disciplines are welcome; generally speaking, students with backgrounds in engineering, statistics, physics, mathematics, operations research, economics, finance, and related fields are very well-suited for careers in finance.

Kind regards,

Christina Henri

Associate Director

The Berkeley MFE

+1 (510) 642-4417

http://mfe.berkeley.edu

Twitter: BerkeleyMFE

_____________________________________________________________________________________

Dear students,

If you are interested in careers in industry after you graduate, the Berkeley MFE wants to speak with you.

The Berkeley Master of Financial Engineering program invites you to join us online on March 11 to for an information session and Q&A with executive director Linda Kreitzman, admissions staff, and current students.  During our session, Linda Kreitzman will conduct on-the-spot resume reviews and let you know how to prepare for a career in finance.  You will also learn about admission to the Berkeley MFE, career paths in finance, and how we work with students to tailor their careers post-MFE.

Berkeley MFE: Online Information Session

General session, open to the public.  Q&A with executive director, current students, and admissions staff.  Upload  your resume prior to the event for an on-the-spot review of your background.

Date: Thursday, March 13

Time: 10:00 AM Pacific time

Location: Online at berkeley-mfe.webex.com

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/march-13-2014-webconference-for-students-in-uscanada-registration-9640048645

If you are ready to apply, and want to know how to optimize your application, you can join our admissions advisors on March 17 for an online Q&A session.  During this session, our admissions team will discuss tips for putting your best foot forward and will answer your questions about the application process.

Berkeley MFE Online Q&A on the admissions process

Online Q&A session for students applying to the Berkeley MFE Program: Best practices and application tips

Date: Monday, March 17

Time: 10:00 AM Pacific time

Location: Online at berkeley-mfe.webex.com

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/march-17-2014-applying-to-the-mfe-qa-with-admissions-advisors-registration-10632609421

For more information on the Berkeley MFE, please go to our main webpage (http://mfe.berkeley.edu).

We look forward to meeting you online.  If you have questions about the Berkeley MFE, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Kind regards,

The Berkeley MFE Admissions Team

+1 (510) 642-4417

http://mfe.berkeley.edu

Twitter: BerkeleyMFE

The Distinguished Undergraduate Research Mentor (DURM) and the Outstanding Research Mentor (ORM) awards recognize the leadership and support OSU faculty provide to undergraduate students. Nominations are made by undergraduate students participating in the Denman Undergraduate Research Forum. Nominees must demonstrate excellence in teaching and mentorship. Nominations are reviewed by a committee composed of undergraduate students. The 2014 nominees include 3 faculty members in economics.

Karen Bernhardt-Walther

Katherine Coffman

Todd Nesbit

Winners of the DURM and ORM awards will be announced on March 26, 2014.

From: <uro@osu.edu>

Date: February 12, 2014 at 4:43:08 PM EST

To: <Logan.155@osu.edu>

Subject: Summer Funding Applications Due This Friday 1/14!

The application deadline for Summer Undergraduate Research Funding Awards (URO, Honors, Holbrook, Mayers, Psychology, Economics, EEOB) is almost here!  All application materials including 2 recommendations letters, personal statement and research proposal are due by Friday, February 14 at noon!  For more information, application instructions, and a link to the online application see the URO website.  We are excited to see all your applications, so if you’re working on a proposal for summer funding, be sure to finish and submit your complete application by Friday at noon!

The Undergraduate Research Office

53 W. 11^th Ave., Columbus, OH   43201

614-292-8307 / uro@osu.edu

http://undergraduateresearch.osu.edu

 Want to make $40?

Money & Banking STUDENTS:

Join a Cengage Learning Student Focus Group

&

you will receive

$40 Gift Card for your participation!

Wednesday, February 19^th

Pick 1 of 2 Available Sessions:

Session 1: 11:00am – 12:00pm

Session 2: 1:00pm – 2:00pm

 Rosa M. Alabouni Room

Provide feedback on your experience in your Money & Banking course and what type of learning materials you’d like to have for that class.

Participants must have recently or are currently taking a Money and Banking course. 

We look forward to seeing you there!

(Limited space available so PLEASE RSVP)   

Please RSVP to mary.umbarger@cengage.com, or 513.229-1684.

New!  Discover Undergraduate Research in Economics
Presented by Dr. Trevon Logan
Monday, February 17, 5:30-6:30pm, 388 Arps Hall, RSVP preferred, walk-ins welcome!
Interested in learning more about undergraduate research in the field of economics? Want to write a thesis? Hear about undergraduate research in the field of economics from a faculty member and an experienced student.  Don’t delay; RSVP today!

– Trevon D. Logan

More email information to share.

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From: “American Economic Association Summer Training Program” <aea@unm.edu>

To: “American Economic Association Summer Training Program” <aea@unm.edu>

Subject: AEA Economics Summer Training Program – Please Share with Students!

Dear Faculty, Staff and Student Organizations,

Please share the following announcement with Economics students and colleagues:

2014 AMERICAN ECONOMIC ASSOCIATION (AEA) SUMMER TRAINING & MINORITY FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

Deadline to apply: February 14, 2014

The Department of Economics and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Center for Health Policy at the University of New Mexico is now accepting applications for the 2014 American Economic Association (AEA) Summer Training and Minority Fellowship Program!

The AEA Summer Training Program is an intensive six-week curriculum that was designed to help talented undergraduate students learn skills and conduct research in economics in preparation for studies at the doctoral level.  The program will be held June 16, 2014 – July 27, 2014.

The AEA Summer Training Program is open to all qualified students, regardless of race, ethnicity, or gender.  Primary consideration for acceptance into this program will be given to students who will begin their Junior or Senior year in Fall 2014 and plan on pursuing a Ph.D. in Economics.

The Minority Fellowships allow students to attend the program at no cost.  This fellowship is open to qualified U.S. citizens and permanent residents, with a preference for those who are members of historically disadvantaged racial or ethnic minority groups and who advance the diversity of the economics profession.

For details, please see the flyer below and attached.  For more information and to apply, visit our website at: http://healthpolicy.unm.edu/events/aeasummer12.  You can also check out pictures from past year programs on our facebook at www.facebook.com/aeaspunm<http://www.facebook.com/aeaspunm>.

Please share this great opportunity with your students and colleagues!  If you have questions, please contact Kate Lenzer, Program Coordinator, at aea@unm.edu<mailto:aea@unm.edu>  or 505-277-1448.

Regards,

Kate Lenzer

Program Specialist

AEA Summer Program Coordinator

RWJF Center for Health Policy

The University of New Mexico

505-277-1448

From: uro@osu.edu [mailto:uro@osu.edu]

Sent: Tuesday, February 04, 2014 10:09 AM

To: Logan, Trevon

Subject: [SPAM] Apply Today for the Denman Forum and Summer Funding!

Importance: Low

 Apply Today for

the Denman Forum and Summer Research Funding

 Don’t miss the chance to present or fund your research at Ohio State!

Present: Abstract submission deadline for the Denman Undergraduate Research Forum is THIS THURSDAY, February 6, at 5PM. Go to denman.osu.edu for more information.

Fund: The deadline for the joint URO/Holbrook/Mayers/Honors Summer Research funding awards is NEXT FRIDAY, February 14, at NOON. See go.osu.edu/fellowships for more information.

Contact the Undergraduate Research Office with any questions about either the Denman Forum or the summer research funding awards. We are here to help!

The Undergraduate Research Office

53 W. 11th Ave., Columbus, OH 43210

614-292-8307 / uro@osu.edu

http://undergraduateresearch.osu.edu

URO Office open advising hours: M-F 10am-4pm

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