May Newsletter
May Newsletter

MAY 2025 NEWSLETTER    

CONNECT • INSPIRE • EMPOWER
A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR
Dear Alumni and Friends, 
As the academic year draws to a close, it offers a meaningful moment to reflect on our achievements, set our sights on future goals, and express sincere gratitude to the alumni and parents whose continued support fuels our progress. Our academic excellence is consistently reflected in the rankings, and the graph below highlights a decade of steady growth in global research productivity ranking. While we remain focused on sustaining this momentum, I am equally dedicated to deepening our connections and fostering a vibrant community of economics alumni. We’re excited to offer new opportunities for engagement and warmly invite you to join us in building the Trojan Economics Alumni Network. I wish you all a wonderful summer.

Warmly,

Caroline
CONNECT

Alumni Evenings


In March, economics alumni came together for two engaging events on both coasts. In Los Angeles, Daniel Clancy ’16, organized a vibrant happy hour at the iconic Father’s Office in Culver City. In New York, Boris Arabadjiev PhD ’99 welcomed fellow alumni for an intimate dinner with Department Chair Caroline Betts. As we continue planning gatherings in more cities, we invite you to partner with us and help organize future alumni events in your community.
PARTNER WITH US!
INSPIRE

Networking Night


In partnership with the USC Economics Association, we hosted the 11th Networking Night, where undergraduates received valuable insights from economics alumni across diverse fields—from entrepreneurship to AI. Thank you to our participating industry leaders: Keynote: Emily Page '10 and  Participants: Jayda Koland Jones ‘15, Connor Flynn, Alec Garza ‘21, Coleman Lee '17, Marlaina Leo ‘22, Taylor Osher ’16, Leticia Lujan ’02, Liam Clancy ‘20, Clayton Forsee ’21, and Eric Zurbrugg ’03.

Wealth Management Seminar


The USC Economics Association was honored to welcome alumnus William Holliday ‘13, CEO & Wealth Consultant at Elite Wealth Management LLC, who delivered an engaging presentation on Wealth Management. He offered a unique perspective on the industry and shared valuable insights from his own career trajectory.

PhD Alumni Conference


The PhD Alumni Conference reunited faculty and graduates for meaningful academic exchange and collaboration. Held in memory of Professor Richard Easterlin, who passed in December 2024, the event honored the USC scholar known globally as the “Father of Happiness Economics” and for the Easterlin Paradox. His legacy inspired renewed connections shaping the department’s future.
EMPOWER
        Get Involved!
Join us in shaping the future! Your involvement makes a powerful impact.
TROJAN ECONOMICS ALUMNI NETWORK: PARTNER WITH US!
ECONOMICS ALUMNI & FRIENDS: JOIN NOW!
BECOME A MENTOR: REGISTER NOW!
MAKE YOUR GIFT
Your investment in the Economics Opportunity Fund - no matter the amount - yields the most priceless dividend: academic excellence! You affirm the value of your student experience and provide support for alumni initiatives and student enrichment programs.
  • $100 funds a student/faculty/alumni meet up

  • $500 funds PhD applicaiton fees for Easterlin Fellows

  • $1,000 funds an undergraduate peer tutor for one semester

  • $3,000 funds an undergraduate research assistant for one semester

  • $5,000 funds an alumni/student forum

GIVE NOW

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