Economics

If you drive to Grinnell on Interstate 80, you might be inclined to think Iowa’s economy is heavily agriculture-based. Your eyes might deceive you, says Jack Mutti, professor emeritus of economics. In terms of actual production, the agricultural sector accounts for about five percent of Iowa’s GDP. Yet, agriculture is connected intimately with many other industries, including manufacturing. So, the impact of recent tariffs is bigger than some of the numbers might lead you to believe, especially because the tariffs most directly affect exports.

“It is important that young women who are pursuing degrees in economics hear from women in the field about opportunities and challenges,” said Mary Suiter, the St. Louis Fed’s economic education officer and an assistant vice president. “And it is crucial that these young women bring their perspectives, ideas, and talents to a profession that is still largely dominated by men.”

Jen Doleac, director of Justice Tech Lab, discussed how collecting offender DNA profiles affects offenders’ later recidivism and likelihood of getting caught.

Iyer will explore the rise of minority theatre movements in the U.S. in a journey delving into American identity through the artistic expressions of marginalized people.

Book Release Celebration and Reading by Economics Professors Mark Montgomery and Irene (Tinker) Powell

Professor's lecture at the University of Manchester will be live-streamed on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2017.

Professor Rob Jensen (Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania) will be visiting Grinnell Nov. 1–2. There are two public events scheduled over his visit. On Wednesday, Nov. 1 at 4:30,…

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Damon Williams ’14 came back to campus to inspire students and help them solve real problems.

Damon Williams '14 presents "Bigger Than the Cops: Racialized State Violence and the Movement for Black Lives."