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Building Mentorships and Camaraderie in Economics
Ellen McGrattan, a professor at the University of Minnesota, discusses the profession with three former students who are now assistant professors.
In the Trenches during the 2007-09 Financial Crisis
Working on the Fed’s stress test was a key focus for Beverly Hirtle, an economist and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's head of research.
Hearing from Diverse Voices on Policy Issues
Stephanie Aaronson, who oversees the forecast of the U.S. economy produced for the Federal Open Market Committee, discusses the importance of having diverse perspectives on policy issues.
Newsletter
The Importance of Diverse Perspectives: Strategies for Supporting Women in Economics
There is a lack of diversity in the field on economics, which limits the range of perspectives during research and policy discussions. Without diverse perspectives, economists are in danger of not identifying key parts of a problem and not considering a full array of solutions. This Women in Economics special issue of Page One Economics presents the case that diversity among economists is needed to gain a wider perspective during economic research and policy development.
St. Louis Fed Research Associates Discuss Work and Experiences
RAs help the St. Louis Fed’s staff of economists investigate topics ranging from productivity to unemployment.
Ensuring That Your Voice Is Heard
Amanda Michaud, an economist and research officer at the St. Louis Fed, talks about life as an economist and her research on criminal justice policies and labor markets.
Inspiring Students, Inspiring the St. Louis Fed
Natallia Gray, an associate professor of health care management at Southeast Missouri State University, inspired the Women in Economics Symposium.
Investigating the Role of Geography in Economics
Hannah Rubinton, an economist at the St. Louis Fed, explores how geography might affect one’s college attainment.
Spurring Americans to Build Their Nest Egg
Research by Brigitte Madrian, dean at the Brigham Young University Marriott School of Business, helped expand enrollment in 401(k) programs.
Speech
Introductory Remarks at the 2024 Women in Economics Symposium
St. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem gave brief remarks and introduced keynote speaker Federal Reserve Gov. Adriana Kugler at the 2024 Women in Economics Symposium held at the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.