A seminar stressing how economists approach social problems and examine different solutions resulting from alternative approaches. Faculty members will share some of their research efforts with students in formal presentations. Students will read classic articles and books in economics. They will complete a short research paper demonstrating familiarity with methods of inquiry and present their results to the seminar. The course is a culminating experience that exercises and fulfills various curriculum content and program objectives.
Attendance is mandatory.
Flagrant non-attendance could result in removal of the student's name from the class roster and appropriate withdrawal designation in accordance to college policy. The instructor will periodically check attendance and order the withdrawal of students with excessive unexcused absences. Moreover, due to the rigorous nature of the material to be covered in this class, the instructor strongly recommend continuous attendance. If problems such as those mentioned above are interfering with your academic progress inform the instructor immediately and document the problem. Do not wait until late in the semester or after the semester ends.