Events
In this talk, Professor Gulotty discussed governments’ use of locally targeted industrial policy, subsidies, and tariffs to benefit political allies, win elections, and mollify opposition to policy priorities ranging from reversing globalization to energy transition.
Join CEF as James Robinson, the 2024 Economics Nobel Laureate, delivers his Nobel Lecture titled “Paths to the Periphery” to the UChicago undergraduate population
Join CEF as nationally recognized trial lawyer Andrew McGaan, former partner at Kirkland & Ellis, explains his experience working with Economics Nobel Laureates in the courtroom as expert testifiers
Join Professor Pablo Pena as he discusses his upcoming book Human Capital for Humans with the Chicago Economics Forum General Body
UChicago Game Theory Professor Ryan Fang discusses the underpinnings of a Texas Hold Em’ Poker Game.
Join Professor Jena for a fascinating exploration of the hidden side of medicine and how unexpected—but predictable—events can profoundly affect our health.
Join Dr. Evan Carver for an exploration of sustainable urban development, with a focus on smart land use, climate-resilient water management, and the nurturing of urban biodiversity. This event is a must-attend for anyone interested in shaping sustainable, livable cities for the future.
Through an analysis of industry giants such as Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Google, and Microsoft, UChicago Law Professor Randal C. Picker will address the complexities of antitrust, competition, and monopolies in a digital era.
Join CEF for our discussion with Professor Pablo Peña as he discusses complex questions through a combination of economics and philosophy. Then, we will shift our focus to the modern application of these outcomes, discussing the relative utility of time, the meaning of happiness, and the role of growing human capital in our economy, our society, and our everyday lives.
CEF’s Jeremy Huang was joined by Professor Victor Lima of the University of Chicago Economics department for our first ever live webinar! Over 140 students joined us as we chatted about how Professor Lima views one of his not-so-hidden interests, Pokémon, through an economic lens.
