Departmental Research Seminar
Curious about the latest industry trends and cutting-edge research in economics? The Economics Seminar Series offers you a front-row seat to the knowledge and experience of industry leaders and experts. Held in both the Fall and the Spring semester, this is an opportunity to deepen your understanding of what’s shaping the field today, while also connecting with fellow students and inspiring professionals.
Join us in person on Thursdays from 3:00 - 4:30pm for these intriguing and relevant seminars. We encourage you to take this opportunity to engage with, and learn from, the best in the field!
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Fall 2026 Seminar Schedule:
| DATE | SPEAKER | Position | Institution | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, September 10th | Sahiba Chopra | PhD Job Market Candidate | UC Berkeley (and USF master's alumni) | Lone Mtn 140 |
| Thursday, September 24th | Uyanga Byambaa | PhD Job Market Candidate | UC Berkeley | Lone Mtn 140 |
| Thursday, October 8th | Michael Kevane & Bill Sundstrom | Professors | Santa Clara University | Lone Mtn 140 |
| Thursday, October 29th | Tobias Sytsma | Economist & Professor | RAND | Lone Mtn 140 |
| Thursday, November 12 | Daniel Payares-Montoya | Research Associate | Public Policy Institute go California | Lone Mtn 140 |