News & Announcements

Feb. 23, 2023
On Thursday, Feb. 23, join us from 3:30-8:00 p.m. in Room BBH 311 for the 2023 Women in Economics Symposium viewing party. Swag, snacks and activities will be provided! RSVP required by Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. See the flyer for more information.

June 12, 2017
Tuesday June 12, 2017, NEIU Economics Professor Edward Stuart appeared on WTTW's Chicago Tonight. He discussed the Fed monetary policy.

Oct. 14, 2016
Former U.S. Ambassador to Ireland James Kenny delivered a lecture at Northeastern Illinois University. His topic was "The importance of the European Union for the United State Economy".

Oct, 12, 2016
Scott Hegerty, NEIU economics professor presented a talk on Tuesday October 18, 2016, as part of the CAS Brown Bag “Second Tuesdays” lecture series

Deprivation, Crime, and Abandonment: Do Other Midwestern Cities Have ‘Little Detroits’?
Both within the United States and worldwide, the city of Detroit has become synonymous with economic decline, depopulation, and crime. Both popular perception and economic policy often link this “extreme case” with the entire U.S. urban experience, drawing comparisons with other cities that might not be entirely accurate. Is Detroit’s situation unique to one city, or can similar neighborhoods be found elsewhere?

Sept. 21, 2016
Professor Stuart appeared on WTTW's 'Chicago Tonight'
NEIU Economics Department Professor Emeritus, Edward F. Stuart appeared on WTTW's Chicago Tonight for a discussion on the Federal Reserve Board's monetary policy.

July 26, 2016
Sept. 10, 2016 was the annual Fall Picnic/Potluck hosted by the Economics and G&ES departments. This is always a good time of sharing, meeting faculty and other students. 

July 26, 2016
Congratulations
Congratulations to Andreea Vasi, NEIU Economics '15, who is headed to UW-Milwaukee to begin their Ph.D. Program in Economics!

Professor Stuart appeared on WTTW's Chicago Tonight
Dr. Edward F. Stuart, Emeritus Professor of Economics and International/Intercultural Studies at NEIU was a guest on WTTW's Chicago Tonight on Wednesday April 13, 2016, for a discussion on 'The Panama Papers.'

Jan. 8, 2016
Research Fellowship Opportunity
The ChicagoCHEC Research Fellows program is now accepting applications. 
This program is a comprehensive learning experience for undergraduate and postbaccalaureate students at Northeastern Illinois University, University of Illinois at Chicago, Northwestern University, and City Colleges of Chicago who are planning to apply to graduate or medical school. The focus is on the development of academic, technical, and professional skills in preparation for careers in social, behavioral, and biomedical research and in healthcare. 

Jan. 14, 2016
Professor Stuart appeared on WTTW's 'Chicago Tonight'
Dr. Edward F. Stuart, Emeritus Professor of Economics and International/Intercultural Studies at NEIU was a guest on WTTW's 'Chicago Tonight' on Tuesday Jan. 5, 2016, for a discussion on the year in review and the Fed rate hike.