In Memoriam: Michael Manove
The Department of Economics honors the memory and exceptional 49-year tenure of Professor Michael Manove, a distinguished microeconomic theorist whose research centered on banking, labor markets, racial discrimination, and bargaining. After joining Boston University in 1975, Michael served as Chair and Associate Chair, immersing himself in all aspects of departmental life. An outstanding educator and […]
In Memoriam: Bob Lucas
The Department of Economics celebrates the remarkable career and lasting legacy of Professor Robert (Bob) Lucas, who joined Boston University in 1975. During his time at BU, Bob served as Associate Chair and Director of both the Masters’ and undergraduate programs. Bob’s research spanned across migration and development, focusing on the dynamics of developing countries. […]
Prof. Margo & Prof. Goodman Cited in the 2025 Economic Report of the President
Congratulations to Prof. Margo and Prof. Goodman, who were cited in the 2025 Economic Report of the President. Margo’s book Race and Schooling in The South (1990) and his article “The Great Compression: The Wage Structure in the United States at Mid-Century” (Quarterly Journal of Economics, 1991) were cited, as well as Goodman’s article “Heat and Learning” (American […]
Prof. Dasaratha featured in Newsweek article on wealth distribution
Professor Krishna Dasaratha was featured in an article about wealth distribution. Prof. Dasaratha noted in Newsweek, that billionaire wealth often doesn’t benefit local communities directly, and suggested estate taxes as a way to address this gap. Read the full article here.
Prof. Mourot and Prof. Ellis to Speak at Research on Tap Event 10/29
Boston University’s upcoming Research on Tap event will explore the social, economic, and policy-driven factors shaping health disparities in our communities. Notably, Professors Randall Ellis and Pauline Mourot will be among the speakers, highlighting their research on how systemic issues influence health care access and outcomes. This event, which features a variety of BU faculty […]
2024 Rosenstein-Rodan Prize Awarded to Justin Jihao Hong
We are very happy to announce the winner of the 2024 Rosenstein-Rodan prize, awarded by the IED: Justin Jihao Hong: Corruption and Human Capital Supply for the State Congratulations, Justin! The Rosenstein-Rodan prize is awarded annually in memory of Professor Paul Rosenstein-Rodan. A monetary prize is awarded to the best research paper(s) in development economics […]
Prof. Miyauchi, Prof. Lagakos and Deffenbach win IGC grant to study development issues in urban settings
Professor Yuhei Miyauchi, Professor David Lagakos, and PhD student Peter Deffenbach have been awarded a grant from the International Growth Center for a project entitled “City Structure, Income Structure, and Development.” To learn more about the IGC, see here.
Announcing the 2024 ASHEcon Award Recipients
Congratulations to Randy Ellis who has won the Victor R. Fuchs Award for Lifetime Contributions to the Field of Health Economics, the highest award of the American Society of Health Economists! To learn more about the award and past winners, see here. Former student Tim Layton and current student Abi Dow both appear on the recognition list as […]
CAS Senior Spotlight interviews two economics majors
CAS Senior Spotlight interviews graduating economics majors Hanna Dworkin and Dhruv Kapadia about their work for student government, academics, and what comes next. Watch the full video here.
BU Today highlights the Kolar family of Econ graduates
BU Today highlighted Charles and James Kolar, brothers who both graduated with Economics majors this year. Their father, Dave Kolar, works for BU in LETS, and earned an MA from MET this year as well! Read the full story here.