Women in Economics
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Meetings:The club meets select Wednesdays at 2 p.m. Econ 5.
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Upcoming Events
- Monday, Sept. 29 • Econ 5 • 2:00 p.m.
Career Services will lead a session on building strong resumes. - Wednesday, Oct. 1 • Econ 5 • 2:00 p.m.
Students should bring a printed copy of their resume for a hands-on workshop.
Faculty insights are always welcome—please feel free to drop by on Wednesday if you’d like to join the conversation.
Students have also expressed enthusiasm for meeting faculty informally. If you’d be interested in dropping by for a 5–10 minute chat on Monday or Wednesday, 2–3 p.m. in Econ 5, let me know. Once I hear from interested faculty, I’ll set up a simple signup sheet so we can slot visits on days without events or workshops.
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Past EventsÌý
2025
Kait Eschbach from McKinsey’s Denver office is hosting a women’s breakfast and looking to connect with econ majors. McKinsey hires many students with our background, and they’re eager to collaborate on events, workshops, and networking.Ìý
Drop-In Meet & Greet with Dr. Diana Moss, Econ 5, Thursday, April 10, 2025, 12:30–1:30 p.m.
Dr. Moss is a ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ Econ-affiliated faculty member and an expert in the consulting space. She’s kindly offered to mentor studentsÌýinterested in this path through the next year! This will be an informal meet-and-greet—just stop by, say hi, and ask questions. We’ll also have a quick check-in to chat graduation celebrationsÌýand WiE leadership for next year.
Thursday, March 13, 12:30–1:30 p.m.Ìý
Econ 5 (In-Person) & Zoom (Hybrid Option Available)
Map skills learned in economics classes to skills on your resume.
• Identify how economics skills align with employer expectations.
• Learn strategies for framing coursework on a resume.
• Connect with Career Services for internship and job search support.
For those who can’t attend,Ìýwe’ll provide an AI-generated summaryÌýof key takeaways.Ìý
Spring Speaker Event—A Conversation with Jillian Grennan:Ìý
Monday, March 3,Ìýat 6 p.m. on ZoomÌý
(5 p.m. Pacific, 7 p.m. Central, Ìý8 p.m. Eastern)
Professor Grennan is a financial economist whose research provides actionable insights for practitioners navigating corporate value creation and emerging technologies.Ìý Professor Grennan’s primary research focuses on how corporations create value, especially intangible (e.g., intellectual property).Ìý In her pioneering research, Professor Grennan employs innovative computational techniques to quantify aspects of sustainability, such as corporate culture and the efficacy of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. ÌýShe utilizes machine learning (ML) and natural language processing (NLP) techniques to measure these often difficult-to-measure factors and empirically examines their impact on financial value.
Q&A with CU Econ Advisors:
Thursday, Feb 27, 12:30–1:30 p.m., Econ 5 or Zoom
Want to get into the classes you need, plan ahead, and make the most of your advising appointments? Join Women in EconomicsÌýfor a Q&A with CU Econ Advisors Andrew Nelson, Will Hamilton, and Jason Hogstad!Ìý
What We’ll Cover:
✔ How to prep for advising appointments–What to ask and how to get the most from your session.
✔ Registration & course strategies–Tips to get into key courses and avoid last-minute stress.
✔ When to plan for study abroad–Best timing and academic considerations.
✔ Q&A with Econ Advisors–Bring your questions!
This is a group session—not a formal advising appointment—so take advantage of this chance to get expert guidance!
Generative AI in Banking Governance and Bias Testing:
Thursday, February 13, 12:30–1:30 p.m. in Econ 5 or Zoom
Learn how AI is shaping the financial industry & what skills YOU need to succeed!Ìý
Featuring: Don Morrow, PhD (ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ)—Expert in AI/ML 2L Model Risk Governance, Morgan Stanley.
2024
Opportunities for Women in Economics Across the Nation Event:Ìý
Monday,ÌýOctober 28Ìý 6 p.m. MT on Zoom
Explore various career paths and opportunities in Economics! This national event brings together alumni from 10 univetrsities nationwide. We will feature two 20-minute breakout sessions, where students can engage with alumni in grad school, law school, and working in sectors such as the Fed, FTC, IMF, financial services, consulting, sustainability, law, and more.Ìý
What you can expect:Ìýnetworking with alumni and professional, insight intoÌýdifferent sectors and opportunities in Economics, and tips on career paths and education.
Meet & Greet Social:Ìý
Monday, October 14, 5:15—6:15 p.m. in Econ 5
Join us for an exciting Meet & Greet with 2 recent grads alumni who will share their experiences navigating the job market and career growth after earning their Economics degrees. A special guest speaker, a scholarship endower, will offer insights into thriving in the financial field and achieving long-term success.Ìý
What you can expect:Ìýpractical career advice, direct conversations with alumni, and insights into career growth in Economics.
Federal Reserve Women in Economics Symposium Watch Party:
On Gender Diversity in Economics
Panels–What can you do with an MA or BA in Economics? What can you do with a PhD in Economics?
Enriching Data and Analysis in Economics with Real Life Experiences
Panel–Designing Your Career: Finding Your First Job
"A Conversation with Dr. Chloe Gibbs,"Ìýformer senior economist for the President's Council of Economic Advisers, a Women in EconomicsÌýAcross the Nation Event
2023
"Banking Crisis and Portfolio Management," Dan Katz, Managing Principle at Steele Street Private Wealth Management
Federal Reserve Women in Economics Symposium Watch Party:
Think Big! A Career in Macro!
Panels–What to do with an Economics Degree
Game Theory Guide to Career Success
Women in Economics Panel Discussion
2022
"Professional Development and Job Searches with an Undergraduate Economics Degree," Abdullah Al-Bahrani, Associate Professor of Economics, Interim Dean for Graduate Studies and Research in Haile College of Business, Northern Kentucky University
