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Studying economics is for anyone who wants to learn how the world works. Studying economics at Minnesota helps develop the analytical and creative thinking skills to push the frontier of our understanding.

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We are proud of the research contributions that our past graduates have made in economics. They also enter the job market with extensive teaching experience, gathering a full repertoire of notes and techniques for undergraduate economics teaching. 

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Kjetil Storesletten, an internationally recognized macroeconomist, joined the faculty this fall. He is the inaugural Richard and Beverly Fink Professor in Economics.

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Why Does Racial Inequality Persist?

Why has the unequal economic status of black Americans persisted into the 21st century? A conversation with Professor Glenn C. Loury.

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