Laurie teaches large introductory microeconomics and macroeconomic courses along with intermediate microeconomic theory. Since joining the faculty at UNL in 2012, Laurie has been the faculty advisor to the business fraternity, Delta Sigma Pi. In addition, she has published research on grading practices in introductory economics, workplace stress, workers’ job satisfaction, the effect of flexible working arrangements on the U.S. workforce, the impact on employees of family friendly policies such as financial support and family leave for caregivers, and wages and wage dispersion, among other topics. Laurie has also been honored with multiple teaching awards.