Please join us for a stimulating discussion of 
The Economic Approach: Unpublished Writings of Gary S. Becker, edited by Julio J. Elias, and UChicago scholars Casey B. Mulligan and Kevin M. Murphy. The recipient of a Nobel Prize, a John Bates Clark Medal, and a Presidential Medal of Freedom, Becker is widely regarded as one of the most influential microeconomists in history. The writings in this book reveal the process and personality—direct, critical, curious—that made him a beloved figure in his field and beyond. There will be ample opportunity to ask questions and to share stories about Becker’s influence.
Agenda
Welcome and Introduction
Erik Hurst, Roman Family Distinguished Service Professor of Economics, Director of the Becker Friedman Institute, and John E. Jeuck Faculty Fellow
Remarks about "The Economic Approach"
Kevin Murphy, George J. Stigler Distinguished Service Professor of Economics Emeritus, University of Chicago
Fireside Chat and Audience Q&A
James Heckman, Henry Schultz Distinguished Service Professor of Economics, University of Chicago
Casey Mulligan, Professor in Economics and the College (at Chicago since 1993); Director of Initiative on Enabling Choice and Competition in Healthcare (ECCHC)
Benjamin Krause, Executive Director, Becker Friedman Institute for Economics (Moderator)
Closing Remarks
Cyrus Claffey, Founder, ButterflyMX