Peace is a rising sophomore at Edward Waters University where she is majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Computer Information Systems. She is an International Student from Edo State, Nigeria. She has been working with a non-profit on a capstone project for food and housing insecurity and she is an Honors Student. She is excited to learn more about the diversity in economics and looking forward to seeing more of the program and the city of Chicago during her time in the program. 

Ava is a rising sophomore studying Economics and Statistics at the University of Chicago. She is a student-athlete on the Varsity Cross Country and Track teams, and served as Track Coach for the Mendham Magic Youth track club. On campus she is a member of the Financial Markets Program & Apex Job Shadowing Program, member of the International Leadership Council, Partner and Marketing Head for The Serial Startups Student. Ava has deep interest in the complex interplay of inflation with monetary policy, as well as the intersection of energy and environmental issues, sustainability, and economics. She is fascinated by economics, because as Alfred Marshall once said, “Economics is the study of mankind in the ordinary business of life.” 

Juan is a rising sophomore at the University of Delaware, double majoring in Mathematics and Economics (BS), and Finance (BS). On campus, he is involved with the Blue Hen Economics Club as secretary and tutor, Math Club as a member, and Chess Club as a member. Off campus, he is a self-employed math tutor and enjoys skateboarding and cooking in his free time. After college, he is not yet sure whether he will pursue graduate studies or not, but he knows he would like to move back to New York. He chose this field of study because it is both a field where he feels intellectually challenged, and where he feels he can make a positive difference in the world. He is interested in EDE for the learning opportunities that come with it. He is excited to learn more about Stata and its use in introductory econometrics. He is also eager to meet other like-minded students and make valuable connections in a city he has never visited before. 

Nisan is a rising sophomore from Bursa, Turkey majoring in Math-Economics and minoring in Data Science and Finance at Lafayette College. Her passion and work regarding income and gender inequality in the labor force in her community made her discover her interest in economics, and she engages in academic research to improve her knowledge of economics while contributing to her community, young women and minorities in particular. She is interested in gender and immigration economics, finance, and she is looking forward to building on her passion by exploring different areas in economics during EDE while learning about careers in economics and entrepreneurship. Nisan is a part of the International Students Association, Women’s Club Volleyball, and Investment Club on campus. She is the co-founder of a non-governmental organization in Turkey that aims to help people in need by combining entrepreneurship with volunteer work. In her spare time, Nisan enjoys reading, writing, working out, and spending time with family and friends. She hopes to take advantage of the resources provided to her by the EDE program and her undergraduate education to ensure opportunities for underrepresented groups.

Omna is a rising junior at the University of Virginia originally from Alexandria, Virginia. She is a prospective Economics and Environmental Sciences student, hoping to focus on sustainable development and environmental economics. She is involved in her school’s Ethiopian Eritrean Student Association, Student Council, Forestry Club, and Environmental Sciences Organizations. Along with this, she volunteers at the Queer Center and is an ESL assistant. She is looking forward to EDE to expand her interest in economics and further explore the intersection between the environmental worlds and the problems that plague it to economic solutions. In her free time, she enjoys watching TV, making playlists, and running!

Jessica is a rising junior at Northwestern University, where she is double majoring in economics and political science with a minor in environmental policy. She is specifically interested in using economic theory and data to draft effective public policy. Originally from the suburbs of Boston, Jessica enjoys all things outdoors, and loves to bake in her free time. When she’s not outside or in the kitchen, Jessica serves as the director of marketing for Northwestern’s food publication, Spoon University, and is always down to explore Chicago’s food scene!

Joanna is a rising sophomore studying Finance and Economics at Case Western Reserve University. She is involved in Women in Economics, Women in Finance, the Medical Technology Group, Cru, Case Symphony Orchestra and Ceramics Club. Through these clubs she has developed skills such as teamwork, creative thinking, leadership, and advocacy. Outside of school, Joanna works for a startup non-profit as the co-founder and executive secretary. Through this experience, she has accumulated a passion to help non-profit organizations reach their financial and organizational goals. She hopes to improve the financial management of the non-profit organization so that they can focus solely on their charitable work. She is interested in becoming an economic analyst with a focus in nonprofit economics. By researching and collecting data on topics that deal with nonprofit financial management, she hopes to find applicable solutions for nonprofit organizations. Through the EDE program, Joanna is looking forward to exploring the different applications of economics, connecting with fellow peers with similar passions and learning from leading figures in the field of economics. 

As a rising sophomore at Macalester College, Abdullah is pursuing a double major in computer science and economics. Due to his keen interest in the connection between these two fields, Abdullah is exceedingly intrigued by their applications in the field of investment. Outside of the classroom, Abdullah serves as Vice President for the SPEAR organization and is a committed worker for the GIZ group in Yemen. Abdullah has developed his leadership and teamwork skills through his involvement in these organizations, and he has also contributed significantly to worthwhile projects that aim to have a positive impact on his community. Abdullah has proven to be extremely dedicated to his studies and has a strong work ethic, which has allowed him to meet high academic standards. Beyond his studies, he has written Java and Python programs and took part in the Mind and Hand Project, where he helped construct robots. His programming endeavors include a game design project and a weather app. Abdullah has done research in the area of economics as well. His paper, “To what extent does being landlocked affects the openness index of a country?” proves his ability to analyze complex economic concepts and reach insightful conclusions. Abdullah concludes that the EDE program will enable him to advance his skills, particularly in terms of research and data analysis. Additionally, he is eager to network with experts in the field and learn more about his potential career paths.

Meti is a rising junior at Clark University with a strong interest in the study of economics. Her passion for this field was ignited during her internship at the African Union Advisory Board on Corruption in Arusha, Tanzania, where she had the opportunity to explore the practical applications of economic theories and principles in the context of combating corruption in Africa. She will further explore her academic interests at the London School of Economics for her study abroad program next year. She is looking forward to making the most of the EDE summer program where she hopes to gain exposure to different economic models and theories in addition to networking with other students and UChicago faculty.

Emani is a rising junior at Columbia University majoring in Economics-Political Science. Emani has always been interested in the ways policy can be used as a force for social change, and hopes to use her degree to create better socioeconomic outcomes for underrepresented communities nationwide. She currently serves as the Vice President of Philanthropy for her sorority, Sigma Delta Tau, and is a member of Meet Me at the Museum, a student organization dedicated to introducing children in underfunded school districts to museum spaces. She is excited to join EDE’s class of 2023 and strengthen her understanding of economic theory, as well as its intersection with fiscal and monetary policy.

John is a rising junior majoring in economics and physics at the University of Alabama at Birmingham to become a health economist and entrepreneur. He is the founder and president of the Black Business Student Association at UAB, a Blazer Male Excellence Network Mentor, and a tutor in economics and mathematics. These positions assist business students academically and serve marginalized communities within Birmingham, Alabama. John is excited to be part of EDE to gain connections and knowledge within economics to help improve public health, education, and the socioeconomic status of marginalized groups worldwide.

Danika is a rising sophomore at Swarthmore College, where she is an honors student and prospective political science and economics double-major, with a minor in psychology. Her passion for government and law focuses most of her time on politically oriented issues and initiatives. At Swarthmore, she is the Internal Affairs committee chair for the Student Government Organization, the Get Out the Vote Committee representative for Swarthmore Votes, the treasurer for Swarthmore Democrats, a member of the McCabe Scholars Executive Board, the Politics & Public Policy Associate for the Lang Center, and a member of the Pre-Law Society. Outside of her university involvement, she helps lead the Students for Ballot PA organization to repeal closed primaries within Pennsylvania. She also serves as a Democracy Fellow for the Campus Vote Project to collaborate with administrations to provide students more resources to voice their opinions through elections. Since her parents served in the Army Jag Corps, Danika has moved quite a few times throughout her life, but currently lives in Pennsylvania. When it’s not too cold outside, she enjoys running and even competed in the Broad Street Run and a half marathon! Through EDE, she plans to deepen her understanding of economics and its significant role in elections and government.

Jayanti is a rising sophomore at Yale University and a prospective Global Affairs and Statistics and Data Science double-major. On campus, she works at Yale’s Tsai Center for Innovative Thinking as a Venture Development Coordinator, and at Yale’s School of Management as a Research Assistant. She is also involved in multiple organizations across campus including the Shareholder Engagement and Community Investment teams on the Dwight Hall’s Socially Responsible Investment Fund, Student Ambassador for the Yale Alumni Fund, Investment Team on The Urban Philanthropic Fund, the Organizing Team on The Yale Hindi Debate, and member of Yale’s Raas Dance Team. Born and raised near Detroit, she quickly realized the importance economics holds as a catalyst for social change. She has since worked alongside Governor Whitmer of Michigan to pass the first gun violence prevention budget in a red state, worked with local nonprofits and big corporations, and seen first hand how financial management, and lack thereof, can impact both large and small firms. This has sparked her interest in economics and finance through an ESG perspective, and how the current financial systems can be used to create a more equitable society. In the future, she sees herself pursuing a career in public service, with a focus on development economics. She aims to continue using her work as a catalyst for serving the communities that she calls home.

Peterson is a rising junior at the University of Richmond, where he is a Richmond Scholar, majoring in Mathematical Economics and Biochemistry. A native Brazilian with research experience as a National Research Fellow in high school, he is passionate about the intersection of science and entrepreneurship. His motivation to act on behalf of the community of Brazilian researchers grew after observing the disparity of resources in institutions he worked for – Stanford, UCLA, Richmond – and the stories he heard ahead of his non-profit, the Brazilian Institute of Young Scientists. Peterson is now dedicating his efforts to fostering the next generation of innovators by launching a Venture Capital fund specifically designed to support Brazilian researchers. With this initiative, powered by the Clinton Foundation, he aims to create jobs and economic opportunities for individuals in underprivileged communities, while continuing to support young scientists and providing them with the necessary resources to help turn their ideas into successful ventures.

Emily is a rising senior at the University of Florida studying economics and statistics, with a minor in secondary mathematics education. She is currently employed at her university as an economics teaching assistant. Additionally, she volunteers at her local middle school as a teacher’s aide in a 7th-grade mathematics classroom. She is currently researching various determinants of average hours worked at the country level through the Cutler Undergraduate Research Scholars program. By attending EDE, she hopes to gain the necessary information and skills required to navigate graduate studies and a career within the field of economics.

Melody is a rising sophomore at Swarthmore College where she plans to study Economics and Studio Arts with a focus on painting. She is currently a Phillip Evans Scholar, a part of Swarthmore’s Questbridge Chapter, and a member of Swarthmore College’s Latinx student organization called ENLACE. Melody also has a piece of artwork on display in the Cannon Tunnel as the first-place winner of the Congressional Art Competition for her congressional district and it will be on display until May 2023. When she is home, she spends most of her time working at a non-profit art school as an intern and assistant teacher. Melody is elated to be a part of the 2023 EDE cohort and she is very excited to meet all of the professionals and other students attending.

Allegria is a rising junior at Whitman College, where she is majoring in Economics and double-minoring in Computer Science and Gender Studies. She is an international student from Burundi, where she developed a keen interest in gender issues, specifically the political economy of Burundian women. She is an avid believer in equality and equity regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, ability, etc. She is thrilled to be part of EDE’s 2023 cohort. In her free time, she deeply enjoys reading, especially African literature and the works of Black feminists. Her favorite poem is Burden, old story by francine j. harris, and she is currently rereading Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart.

Shirley is a rising sophomore at Macalester College, where she is considering majoring in Economics, Computer Science, or Data Science. She has a passion for promoting financial literacy and helping build generational wealth among BIPOC, low-income families. Having not been active in high school extracurriculars, she is making up for it in college by being a board member of the college’s consulting club, a member of the Financial Affairs Committee, a co-leader of a BIPOC mentoring troop for Girl Scouts, a student representative for Macalester College’s Taskforce on Budgeting, and a Bonner Scholar. Outside of her campus involvement, Shirley also volunteers as a teaching assistant for a science teacher at a local elementary school.

Weiran is a rising sophomore at Williams College, where she is considering majors in Economics, Computer Science, and Gender Studies. She also holds the position of Associate Finance Officer at Williams Undergraduate Research Journal. Weiran is interested in studying gender inequality and aspires to establish a career that combines economics and mathematics. Outside of her academic pursuits, Weiran is a violinist and a member of the Berkshire Symphony. She is passionate about playing chamber music alongside her fellow musicians. Weiran eagerly anticipates joining the EDE cohort and expanding her knowledge base of economics and its applications.

Ethen is a rising sophomore at Macalaster College, where he studies Economics and Mathematics. He was born and raised in Zambia, a landlocked country in southern Africa known for its rich natural resources, diverse culture, and stunning wildlife. From a young age, Ethen displayed a keen interest in economics, which he saw as a key to unlocking the potential of his country and continent. After completing his secondary education, Ethen set his sights on furthering his education abroad. He studied at University World College – Red Cross Norway before going to Macalaster. Ethen has a passion for learning and a desire to make a positive impact in the world. He is deeply committed to using his knowledge and skills to help lift his country and continent out of poverty and onto a path of sustainable development. To this end, Ethen is excited to participate in EDE and gain a deeper understanding of how economics can frame challenges and create opportunities for developing countries like Zambia. Ethen is also looking forward to building a network of like-minded peers, who share his passion for economic development and entrepreneurship, and with whom he can collaborate and exchange ideas long after the program has ended.

Kai is a rising junior studying Business Administration and Political Science at North Carolina Central University. He currently spends his time outside of class hours working as an intern for BPM Accounting services, and serving in multiple clubs and organizations at school. He has founded the Eagle Wealth Initiative, and runs it with several other students in hopes to positively impact the local Durham economy and community. He is also involved with the University Honors Program, honors societies for both Business and Political Science, and a scholar in the Ronald McNair Fellowship Program for doctoral student hopefuls. He views EDE as a chance to gain great insight and knowledge in the field of economics, while also hoping to make lifelong connections with other cohort members. Economics is central to his academic interests at the intersection of business and political science, and he hopes to attain a PhD to be a change agent across all three fields.

Keerthana is a rising sophomore studying Economics and Statistics at Carnegie Mellon University. She is currently a member of CMU Abhinaya, the university’s Indian classical dance team, CMU’s Economics Research Club, and a member of the American Economic Association. She has previously interned for iStart Valley in their Entrepreneurship Program and volunteered for Gurukulum, a program that teaches young children about Indian culture. She has also served under the SVT Temple as a Youth Leader and worked with other teen volunteers to assist the teachers in running the classes. Keerthana is looking forward to meeting other students who are interested in making an impact in economics and learning invaluable skills and insights from EDE. By collaborating on challenging problems, thoughtfully developing solutions, and discussing issues in the real world related to economics, Keerthana hopes to have an unforgettable EDE experience, full of meaningful connections with other students interested in economics.

Lifelihle is a rising junior from Eswatini, majoring in Economics and Political Science at Macalester College. She currently serves as a founding member of the Macalester College Consulting Club, a student organization that helps to prepare students for careers in management consulting. She is interested in the political economy of education and hopes to use her education to address inequalities in education through research on effective economic policies that improve social mobility and other economic indicators in low-income regions. She also serves as a Resident Assistant and particularly enjoys organizing community events that bring residents together. In her free time, she enjoys learning how to swim, learning dance choreographies, being in nature, and running. 

Ethan is a rising sophomore studying economics at the University of Michigan. He has chosen to study economics to explore the intersection between economic public policy and its effects on criminal justice. He is also interested in the prosecution of white-collar corporate crimes, and is seeking to gain a deeper understanding of financial markets and economic analysis. He believes that all people can bring valuable perspectives toward solutions and he is eager to hear the diverse opinions of his professors, guest speakers, and peers. He is currently pursuing his interest in law through his membership in the pre-law fraternity Beta Alpha Rho (BAR).

David is a rising junior at Emory University studying Political Science and Economics. On campus, he conducts research at the Politics of Policing Lab, where he gathers evidence on racial discrimination in police municipalities across the nation. Passionate about urban politics, he recently created an initiative to work with PAD (Policing Alternatives and Diversion Initiative), a service team in Atlanta that provides recovery and housing resources to the city’s homeless. Together, they are spreading their work at Emory by teaching students and faculty about their “311” outreach services. David also works with Emory’s Center of Civic and Community Engagement to expand education programs focused on nonviolent human interactions. He is helping plan next year’s curriculum for the Emory Center for Advancing Nonviolence (ECAN), a program that hosts seminars, workshops, and events related to sustainable justice. As a lifelong Georgian, David is heavily active in Georgia politics. Currently, he works as a Constituent Services Intern for Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff in the Atlanta office, where he helps provide citizens across the state with rental assistance, immigration visas, and other federal services. After graduating, David plans to attend law school and practice public interest law. Eventually, he wants to work in urban public policy, combating issues involving incarceration, violence, and policing by formulating policies grounded in economic models and empirical evidence.

Brayan is a rising junior at UCLA studying Business Economics with a minor in Labor Studies and Accounting. Originally from the Coachella Valley, CA, Brayan has prioritized his time at UCLA by taking part in various on-campus organizations including the Latino Business Student Association as their Internal Affairs Intern, the Anderson School of Management as a Riordan Scholar, and the California For All College Corps as a Fellow. After undergrad, Brayan is considering an advanced degree in Economics or Business Administration. Although economic research is his main interest, he is also considering career opportunities in consulting, marketing, and accounting. As a first-generation Latino student, he applied to EDE with the hope that the program’s curriculum would reflect and represent experiences of those with similar backgrounds. Outside of academics, Brayan’s personal interests include watching Marvel films, swimming, listening to music, and graphic design.

A. S. Yvan is a rising sophomore studying Economics and Data Science at Macalester College. He is a member of the Financial Affairs Committee, a student government organization tasked with budget oversight and funding allocation for other student organizations. He is also a member of the Afrika!, a student association for African students at Macalester, and volunteers with Commonbound-Skyline to serve Somali students in the Twin Cities. A.S. Yvan is interested in pursuing graduate studies in Growth Econometrics, International Relations, and Development, and Conflict Resolution and Policy-Making. He decided to apply to EDE because he wants to gain the skills and connections he needs to contribute positively to the field. He is also excited to make a mark in economics through posing thoughtful and seldom asked questions, and being an inspiration through his representation. He is looking forward to learning more about Economics and working on meaningful projects and initiatives with his peers, all while making lifelong friends.

Cuu Phuoc is a rising junior at the University of Florida, where he is considering a major in the areas of Economics, Mathematics, Public Policy, or Statistics. He is a native son of Vietnam, with strong bonds to his home country and a passion for International Development and Industrial Policy. He is also a Research Assistant for a university professor, exploring how subsidies influence the pricing behaviors of seed producers. Phuoc and serves as Director of the Sponsor Relations Department for Germer Team, a non-profit dedicated to promoting classical music to youth. He is also Director of External Relations for Help , Heal, Share Organization, a charity for local orphans and the disadvantaged. He enjoys playing piano, drinking tea, taking Polaroids, and eating spaghetti with chopsticks.

Van is a rising sophomore majoring in Economics at Soka University of America (SUA), originally from Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Taking economics, mathematics, computer sciences, and machine learning classes at Soka sparked her interest in applied economics and quantitative tools. Before coming to the US, Van worked for various nonprofit organizations in Vietnam that focused on providing access to education for underserved communities. She is currently an Investment Analyst Assistant at the Investment Office of SUA, assisting in managing the $1.3 billion global investment portfolio. When looking at the finance world, she finds the challenge of balancing financial returns with social and environmental responsibility to be exciting. Through the EDE, she hopes to explore the interdisciplinary nature of economics, expand her knowledge of quantitative tools, and network with experts and peers to become a more well-versed thinker. In her free time, she practices playing drums and reads tarot for her friends.

Gabriella is a rising sophomore majoring in Economics with a Spanish minor at Macalester College. Originally from Queens, New York, her experience with public education has defined her as a student and person, approaching all subjects and people with an understanding of complex backgrounds. She is a Questbridge Scholar and is currently a member of her school’s nationally ranked Moot Court team and an editor for SPACES Magazine, a magazine dedicated to showcasing POC creatives. She is also tutors for student-run Bridge Tutoring, as well as in the Spanish and Portuguese Department, assisting students with little to no experience with Spanish. Outside of economics, she is passionate about writing, photography, and drawing.

Grace is a rising sophomore majoring in business economics with a minor in accounting at the University of California, San Diego. She is a College Corps Fellow, serving as a Youth Advocate for Black Student Organizations, where her mission is to create spaces of belonging and empowerment for black high school students in the San Diego Unified School District. Additionally, she assists Professor Emanuel Vespa with research in the UC San Diego Department of Economics. She presently holds the position of Secretary on the executive board of Cornerstone Community Consultants, a student organization that provides pro bono management consulting and digital marketing services to local businesses. Grace founded Saving Grace Tutoring, a virtual private tutoring company, where she works to empower her students to become independent thinkers and problem solvers. She is excited to gain skills through EDE to explore issues of economic development in the US and abroad.

Olubusayo (“Busayo”) is a rising sophomore Political Science major at Howard University. Originally from Greenbelt, Maryland, in his free time Busayo likes to read, blog, skateboard, and play chess. While not formally involved in student organizations, he regularly attends meetings of Howard’s Chess Club and Howard’s Nigerian Student Association. Busayo primarily spends his non-academic time in a plethora of volunteer experiences: he participated in a university-sponsored “Day of Service” to beautify campus and served as a 4th grade teaching assistant in South Carolina under Howard’s Alternative Spring Break. While in South Carolina, he also volunteered as a gardener and at Cane Bay Family YMCA. Busayo also regularly donates blood and platelets to the American Red Cross. He is interested in EDE to support his plans to declare a major in Economics next semester. He looks forward to EDE increasing his knowledge base in Economics, as well as the advantages of the career development and employment opportunities for alumni. Busayo is most looking forward to connecting with the staff and students this summer, knowing that the connections made there will be helpful to his career and personal growth.

Comfort is a rising junior majoring in Government and Politics with a double-minor in Science, Technology, Ethics & Policy (STEP) and History at the University of Maryland, College Park. Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, Comfort is interested in international development and exploring how to promote economic development in the global South. She is a Banneker/Key Scholar and has used software languages in separate academic projects to analyze the 9/11 Hijacker Network, and statistically analyze political data and author policy memos. Comfort serves as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Chair for the Humanities Society Council, Organizing & Communications Chair for the Student of Color Collective, member of the Black Political Society, and Rehabilitation Aide for the Collingswood Rehabilitation Center. In her spare time, Comfort enjoys watching shows and reading.

Luis-Bill is a rising sophomore pursuing a Political Science major with a minor in Economics at American University. His career goal is to become an attorney to help disadvantaged people and low-income families. Currently, Luis-Bill is a member of multiple student organizations that advocate for immigrants’ rights, environmental justice, and labor rights. Through these organizations, Luis-Bill gets the opportunity to canvass for important issues in the D.C. community and volunteer at local food banks. As a member of Latinos en Acción at his college, he mentors Latinx high school seniors about the college application journey. Twice a month, Luis-Bill also volunteers as a court watcher. In a group, he collects data on court hearings related to domestic violence and juvenile offenses with the goal to assess whether courts are serving fairly or have any underlying biases. Luis-Bill’s involvement in politics and the legal system is what sparked his interest in economic injustices in the US. He believes that a minor in Economics will enhance his quantitative and research skills. During EDE, he is most looking forward to broadening his understanding of current issues in fiscal policymaking and practical ways to solve them.

Mateo is a rising sophomore at the University of Chicago, where he is considering a Math major, although currently undecided. He is a 2023 Designated Scholar through the College Board and Hispanic Scholarship Fund. He was also a member of the Big Sib Program, Intern for a Manhattan Borough Presidential campaign, and participant in the CIEE Service Program in Dakar, Sengal. Mateo has a keen interest in positively impacting the issues faced by undocumented immigrants, having interacted extensively with Latin American immigrants in his home community in New York and across Central America. He is currently a barista at Ex Libris and is excited for EDE and the instruction from eminent professors in economics, which will feed his interest in the field.

Dylen is a rising sophomore majoring in Journalism and considering an Economics minor at Morehouse College. He is part of Morehouse’s Data Fellowship, which uses data to help the local community. Dylen is also centered on using his journalism skills to report on environmental issues and their intersection with wealth inequality, economic development, and consumption. He was a Sustainable Energy Summer Intern with Applied Energy & Environmental Solutions LLC, Youth Business Program participant with Buy Black Depot/Accelkids, and Construction Assistant with Black Aces Construction. Dylen has been wrestling for several years and has completed over 400 hours of community service. He is passionate about building community and mutual aid and is always willing to do his best where and when he can be of assistance to others.

Diliara is a rising sophomore at Williams College, Massachusetts. She is a Tatar from Russia, and a potential Economics major with a concentration in Environmental Studies. She also plans to take many Computer Science classes and learn French. Her interests mainly lie in sustainability and environmental economics, having served as an ESG Intern at a top bank in Eastern Europe and a Strategy and Innovation Intern at a top bank in Russia. Diliara is currently a volunteer for international environmental, social and sports events, as well as an intern at the Zilkha Center for Environmental Initiatives and the Career Center at Williams. She is focused on a career in sustainability and believes that the green economy and sustainable development are the best ways to ensure global well-being. Diliara is happy to be in EDE, as she is strongly interested in environmental economics research and looks forward to building the necessary skills to succeed and connecting with like-minded people.

Corinne is a rising junior majoring in Economics with a minor in Art at Spelman College, where she is a Presidential Scholar. Born and raised on the southeast side of Chicago, she is very involved on campus, serving as the Vice President of the Honors Program Student Association and an Opinions Editor in the school newspaper. She is also member of Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society and was selected as a Fellow for the Braven Accelerator, a 15-week leadership and professional development program. Corrine is intrigued by the state of wealth disparity in the US and looks to better understand the impact of racism and historical disenfranchisement on current wealth gaps. She enjoys reading and listening to music and loves economics because of the opportunity it presents to enact social change.

Fatima is a junior majoring in Economics at Wellesley College, where she is Co-Fundraising and Co-Outreach Chair for UNICEF. Prior to Wellesly, she was at Lone Star College CyFair, where she served as Co-Captain of the Honors National Model United Nations for the Honors College at Lonestar-College System. This experience was a catalyst for her interest in developmental economics, learning about the sustainability of economic development for the least-developed and developing countries. Throughout her academic career, she would like to learn more about how international organizations like the United Nations and World Trade Organization promote sustainable development policies for internally displaced people and refugees. She is excited to enhance her statistical programming skills while learning more about the multidisciplinary aspects of economics during EDE. In her free time, she loves reading mystery and horror novels, playing video games, and exploring new places with her friends.

Skye is a rising sophomore majoring in Economics and Math at Macalester College, where she is a member of Women in Economics, the Macalester Investment Group, and the Macalester Consulting Club. She has a wide variety of experiences which fuel her desire to engage more with economics. Currently, she is a Projects Assistant at the Kofi Annan Institute for Global Citizenship, where she coordinated an International Roundtable project. She has also held positions as an Investment Banking Intern for Network 1 Financial Securities and High School Tutor at Yuanzhi Education Company. During her time as Central Manager at the Grameen Bank China, Skye built the determination to explore economics and microfinancing with the goal to help women overcome poverty in rural China. She is interested to learn more about economic research, expand her network, and meet new people during EDE.

Xiaoyu (Klay) is a rising sophomore at Pitzer College, where he is exploring potential majors. From Beijing, China, Klay is keenly interested in the impact of viruses like COVID on the global economy, and the impact of monetary policy on foreign exchange rates. He completed a high school internship where he explored the drivers of business and barriers to the domestic and global markets in the dental implant industry. Currently, Klay is taking courses in Cognitive Science, Computer Science, and Mathematics to broaden his exposure and guide him toward a declared major. He believes that economics is central to providing an analytical approach for thinking about new ways of doing things, from increasing efficiency in production, to offering better service. Outside the classroom, Klay is an actor in the Claremont Chinese Theatre Group, an amateur dancer, and an amateur basketball player. He hopes EDE will allow him to explore current fiscal and monetary policy issues that affect people’s lives and social development. He hopes to understand better how these policies are generated and the ripple effect of their influence and dissemination.

Caprice is a rising junior double-majoring in Economics and Political Science at Williams College. She is a member of several dance groups on campus and serves as Vice President and Treasurer for the Student Choreography Coalition. Caprice also serves as Secretary of Williams Recovery of All Perishable Surplus (WRAPS), a food donation organization fighting food insecurity through recovered and repackaged surplus dining hall food. She is a Moot Court Lawyer, Volunteer Intern with the Massachusetts Trial Court, Intern at Dunnington Bartholow & Miller LLP, and Researcher at the Berkshire County Jail and House of Correction. Her current area of interest in economic research revolves around the unpaid care work of women or household caretakers, and the lack of representation of this necessary activity in labor calculations and economic research. She is excited to meet the EDE cohort and explore this exciting field with other students from across the country.

Aidan is a rising sophomore majoring in Economics at Texas A&M University. He is an active participant in a freshman leadership organization that provides volunteer services to the College Station/Bryan local community. Aidan has a strong interest in economics and is currently focusing on researching the economics of education. Aidan was fortunate to experience drastically different educational opportunities, having grown up in a low-income household, then transitioning to a higher income household. Upon graduating from high school, he decided to pursue economics and a career that is focused on creating better educational opportunities for low-income households and eliminating educational inequality. Aidan is excited to use the opportunities and knowledge he gains in EDE over time to create more equitable access to education and make a positive impact in the world.

Sofia is a rising sophomore at the University of Virginia, where she is exploring her interest in Economics, History, Philosophy, or Cognitive Science as potential majors. She is a member of the Alfred Marshall Society and the Hillel Jewish Leadership Institute. She was selected as a National Hispanic Scholar, Scholastic Team Captain, and worked as a counselor for an outdoor experience business while in high school. Sofia is currently considering a career investigating the intersection of artificial intelligence and economics, a curiosity sparked after reading Homo Deus by Yuval Noah Harari. She looks forward to learning from the speakers and cohort members during EDE. 

Fatima, B.Sc., is a rising junior at Georgia State University studying Economics with a minor in English. She is also pursuing a certificate of language ability in French. She is part of the Georgia State Honors College and a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars and the American Red Cross. Fatima currently works at the Office of International Initiatives at Georgia State University and tutors high school students in Pre-calculus and Algebra. She has always been interested in how developing and developed nations contribute to the global economy, specifically emerging markets. She is looking to expand her knowledge in economics and learn new skills, especially quantitative economic analysis.