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The Department of Economics has established the Economics Advisory and Development Council. The EADC will provide strategic perspective to departmental leadership, and help broaden development opportunities for our students. Find out more below. #TAMUEcon artsci.tamu.edu/economics/up…
Each year, the TAMU Economics Graduate Student Association awards faculty, students and staff in eight categories highlighting the amazing work being done across the department. Congratulations to all of the winners this year! #TAMUEcon
Congratulations to Dr. Daniel Gómez-Vásquez on this well deserved recognition!
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This summer, Agustina Urcola brought her classroom knowledge to the energy sector through a 12-week internship with ExxonMobil in Spring, TX. As part of the Revenue Management - Fuels Value Chain team, she built a pricing elasticity model for 10 markets and maximized…
statistical models and coding.
She emphasized the value of the independence she was given, the mentorship she received, and the confidence she built while carrying a project end-to-end.
“Be open to exploring new industries and roles,” she advises….
“You may surprise yourself and don’t hesitate to be yourself when connecting with recruiters.”
We’re proud to see our students like Agustina making the most of their experiences and driving impact in the field.
#TAMUEcon #InternshipSpotlight #HireAggies #ExxonMobil
potential earnings by 40% by applying her recommendations to forecast future demand using the model. Agustina shared that econometrics and economic forecasting courses played a key role in preparing her for the technical challenges of the role, especially in working with…
First Day, Fresh Start!
Fall 2025 is officially underway, here’s to a semester of growth, challenge, and unforgettable moments. Let’s make it count, Aggies!
#Fall2025 #HowdyWeek #AggieEcon #NewBeginnings
We’re delighted to welcome the incoming M.S. in Econ and 3+2 FasTrack students to our program. We kicked off our orientation with a Meet-and-Greet & Resume Reviews, where the students had a chance to connect with peers and staff, swap tips, and…
…receive career readiness resources to prepare for the recruiting season. We can’t wait to see our students’ accomplishments this year!
#WelcomeAggies #MSECON #Fall2025 #TAMUECON #gigem
From Frisco, Texas to Aggieland, Samuel Meng’s journey at Texas A&M is a powerful story of faith, growth, and purpose. As the first in his family to attend Texas A&M, Samuel embraced both the academic rigor and the spiritual depth of college life, becoming a part of communities.
…sessions at the Student Rec Center.
What makes Samuel stand out isn’t just his academic achievements, but his commitment to living authentically, helping others grow, and letting his faith guide each step. After graduation, Samuel hopes to continue motivating others, building
…communities, and staying rooted in his values.
👏 We’re proud to celebrate Samuel as an Amazing Student for June 2025!
#TAMUEcon #AggiePride #AmazingStudent #FaithDriven #LeadByExample #EconomicsWithPurpose
In March 2025, in celebration of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, J-PAL Africa organized an "Ask Me Anything" session on X (formerly Twitter) featuring Dr. Danila Serra, an Associate Professor of Economics at Texas A&M University and a J-PAL affiliated…
…researcher. During this session, Dr. Serra shared insights from her research on promoting gender equality in education and economic opportunities. Her work includes studies on the impact of role models on women's educational choices, interventions to diversify male-dominated…
…fields, and promoting women's leadership in low-income countries.
To learn more, dive into the full article on J-Pal's website: povertyactionlab.org/blog/3-…
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Gan on this renewed and much deserved honor and award.
#economics #awards #econprofessor
Careers in Consulting Workshop Series: Building Tomorrow’s Consultants!
The MS in Economics program recently hosted an impactful Careers in Consulting Workshop, led by Dr. Paul L. Rainey, designed to give students a comprehensive view of the consulting industry….
…TAMU ECON students interested in practicing case studies and sharpening their consulting skills.
These workshops helped students walk away better equipped, more confident, and ready to turn their consulting career goals into action.
Special thanks to Dr. Rainey for his time, mentorship, and commitment to student success!
#AggieEconomics #CareersInConsulting #FutureConsultants #MSinEconomics #AggiePride #CareerReady