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Department News Archive
Professor Byoung Park Recognized as Distinguished Nominee for the Inaugural Catalyst Award
An Economics faculty member at the University at Albany has been named a Distinguished Nominee for the inaugural Catalyst Award for Faculty Mentorship of Undergraduate Research, Scholarly Inquiry, and Creative Endeavors.
Economics Faculty Featured at the 11th Biennial Authors and Artists Reception
On March 26, 2026, the College of Arts and Sciences held the 11th Biennial Authors and Artists Reception at the Campus Center Assembly Hall. Twelve economics faculty members were recognized for their scholarly contributions, with more than 20 published works on display
Econ PhD Student Hyoshin Ki Selected as Finalist in UAlbany Three Minute Thesis Competition
Hyoshin Ki, a PhD student in the Department of Economics at the University at Albany, has advanced to the final round of the university’s Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition, an event that highlights graduate students’ ability to present their research clearly and concisely to a broad audience.
Professor Chun-Yu Ho's Research Featured on WeChat
Professor Chun-Yu Ho's Research on Fintech Adoption and Financial Institutions' Skill Demands Featured on WeChat
Economics Alum Spotlight: Alexander Pechacek, MA '24
Meet Alexander Pechacek, an MA in Economics graduate from the University at Albany and former collegiate athlete on the Men’s Soccer team!
Artificial Intelligence and the Macroeconomy Conference
The University at Albany, in collaboration with the Laboratory for Aggregate Economics and Finance (LAEF) at UC Santa Barbara, will host an academic conference on Artificial Intelligence and the Macroeconomy on April 24–25, 2026, at the University at Albany in Albany, New York.
New Course AECO 372 Allows Students to Earn Google AI Essentials and KNIME Certifications
The Department of Economics will participate in SUNY’s system-wide initiative to embed industry-recognized credentials into academic coursework, as part of the Embedding Industry Credentials into Coursework Pilot Program.
Professor Chun-Yu Ho Receives CAS Dean’s Award for Outstanding Achievement in Teaching
Professor Chun-Yu Ho has been selected as this year’s recipient of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) Dean’s Award for Outstanding Achievement in Teaching.