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The faculty and staff of the Economics Department share in the deep sadness of humane people around the world over the recent killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and the many...

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Carolyn Pelnik and Sarah Shaukat at the Northeast Universities Development Conference

Graduate Students Excel in Economics and Public Policy

PhD Candidates Carolyn Pelnik and Sarah Shaukat Honored with Awards for Distinction in Research

Giving Math Purpose and Voice

Laura Gee was featured in Opportunity & Inclusive Growth Institute's Fall 2024 issue of 'For All' magazine

How Personal Interest Sways Politicians’ Votes

A study of the voting records on conscription of U.S. legislators with draft-age sons in the 20th century shows how self-interest ruled votes

Study Finds METCO School Desegregation Program Benefits K-12 Students

Boston students attending suburban schools had improved test scores, attendance rates, and college outcomes, Tufts economist shows

The New Rules of Tipping

It’s an American tradition, but as consumers are being asked to tip more often—and sometimes in advance—they are finding gratuities harder to navigate

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