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Department News Archive
PhD Candidate Karan Bhasin Authors Article in Brookings Institution
Karan Bhasin, a PhD candidate in our department, has co-authored an article published by the Brookings Institution.
Distinguished Professor Kajal Lahiri Provides Insight into Rising Consumer Energy Costs
Recent reporting by the Times Union featured Distinguished Professor Kajal Lahiri’s perspective on the economic impact of rising gas prices.
Professor Yue Li's Research Featured in MarketWatch
Professor Yue Li has been cited in a recent MarketWatch article discussing common retirement planning challenges.
PhD Candidate Karan Bhasin Featured on VoxEU for Research on Fiscal Policy
We are pleased to share that research by Karan Bhasin, a PhD candidate in the Department of Economics, has been featured on VoxEU, the policy portal of the Center for Economic Policy Research (CEPR).
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