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Thanks to faculty who are committed to creating and providing the highest quality research and training, our undergraduate economics program ranks 26th in the nation in latest U.S. News ranking! Come be a part of one of the leading institutions for studying modern economics.

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Department Events

Regularly scheduled seminars, lectures, and conferences to connect with economics scholars.

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November 3, 2026

57th Annual Gilbert Lecture

Robert Staiger (Chief Economist, World Trade Organization)
“A Critical Juncture for the World Trading System”
Tuesday, November 3, 4 p.m.
Morey 321

October 26, 2026

United States Department of the Treasury Announces David Zervos as Counselor to the Secretary

We are pleased to announce that David Zervos, PhD 93, will join the Treasury Department as Counselor to Secretary Bessent.

October 8, 2026

Book Talk by Pablo A. Peña of the University of Chicago

Human Capital for Humans: An Accessible Introduction to the Economic Science of People.

Morey Hall 321
3:30 p.m.

September 16, 2026

Engerman Lecture

Richard Hornbeck (University of Chicago)
“After Shocks: Adaptation and Growth through Volatile Times”
Wednesday, September 16, 5 p.m.
Morey 321

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Rochester’s economics PhD program—in existence since the 1950s—was created in part by Lionel McKenzie, one of the leading economists of the time.

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Bryce Davis ’20: Combining music and finance into a fulfilling career

The economics and music major found his path by embracing unexpected opportunities.

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