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Learn more or apply now: https://t.co/klmSjvDgkF

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Study the economics of tourism in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Zambia this summer. This program is open to all majors, but applications are Due by December 6th!

We'll host an info session Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 6 PM in Robeson 122.

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Come work with us in Blacksburg. We're hiring a tenure-track Assistant Professor (August 2027) for candidates in economics and data science, especially those using AI, ML, and computational methods.

Details and how to apply: https://t.co/oriVvswLwI

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This winter, economics students can earn credit in Vegas by attending @CES!

Professor Debass is taking students to the Consumer Electronics Show to study the economics of emerging technology. Check your email for details!

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Abigail Lee is a double major in Economics and Computational Modeling & Data Analytics. She’s using her skills for roster optimization, performance analytics, and pricing analysis with @hokiesports.

Her advice for first-year students? Follow your curiosity!

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Congrats to Jadrian Wooten, 2026 Co-Recipient of the Kenneth G. Elzinga Distinguished Teaching Award from the Southern Economic Association.

Our students are lucky to learn from you, Dr. Wooten.

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Congrats to Arin Shahbazian on successfully defending his PhD dissertation, which looks at how financial incentives can drive lasting behavioral change in weight control programs.

Well done, Dr. Shahbazian! 🎓

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Virginia Tech has been ranked as one of the top 20 public schools in the United States. 👏

➡️ https://t.co/xbgLmmdL9a

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We’re excited to announce the 2026 Friends of Economics Scholars! 🎉
🏅 Katrina Dant (Virginia Beach, VA)
🏅 Eavan Driscoll (Charlottesville, VA)
🏅 Anthony Troiano (Pembroke, MA)

Learn more about our outstanding #EconHokies and their plans for the future!

[Nandini Das @DasNandiniEcon]

I have a student who comes to my office every Wednesday at 5:50pm and asks me to explain an economic concept in 5 minutes cause he has class from 6 & I love my attempts 🤣 Probably should start making content out of these, it’s not even my office hours …#econtwitter #teaching

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NEW Secretary Bessent is boasting 'unprecedented' maximum economic pressure on #Iran but if it hasn't happened already what makes him think it will now? Djavad Salehi-Isfahani @VT_Econ https://t.co/AKQjh13PAx

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Congrats to Dr. Ross Spoon, who just defended his dissertation on asset market instability. His work has looked at what GameStop can teach us about bubbles, short squeezes, and trader stress responses.

Well done, Ross. 🎓

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Congrats to Priya Bandyopadhyay, who defended her PhD dissertation this week. This fall she joins the South Carolina Governor's School for Science and Mathematics (@SC_GSSM) as an instructor.

Well done, Dr. Bandyopadhyay.

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Djavad Salehi-Isfahani was quoted in the New York Times this week on the economic implications of the U.S.-Iran agreement.

Read his take: https://t.co/Ki6XXYEVWJ

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Calling all Richmond area Econ Hokies! Our first Alumni & Friends Social in RVA is on the books 🍺

📅 Wed, Aug 13 | 6–8 PM
📍 @Hardywood Craft Park Brewery
🎟️ $10 (apps + drink ticket)

Register → https://t.co/KJxGFILoPT

[Kevin Pitts @KevinTPitts]

Congratulations to Nandini Das and Sudipta Sarangi on this great work! @VT_Econ @VT_Science https://t.co/iYJwWOGSwA

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VT Econ PhD graduate Nandini Das found that giving farmers more information can actually backfire.

Her research helped redesign a training program that cut pesticide use by up to 50%. That's the kind of work that matters!

Full story: https://t.co/uMFt7c2q3p

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Dozens of our alumni and friends gathered in Arlington for our annual Alumni & Friends Happy Hour. It was a wonderful evening of reconnecting, catching up, and sharing all the exciting things happening in Blacksburg.

We can't wait to do it again next year!

📸: Brian Hollar

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Adilynn Walker is an Economics grad and a newly commissioned officer in the @USNavy on her way to becoming a Surface Warfare Officer.

Our Chair's Excellence Award couldn't go to a more deserving Hokie. Congratulations, Adilynn, and thank you for your service.

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The Chair's Excellence Award goes to Pascale Kuo.

She currently works for the @RichmondFed, but while on campus, she was President of the Econ Club, an Econ Games competitor, an undergrad researcher, a peer mentor, and so much more.

Congratulations, Pascale!