Department of Economics News
Economics studies how to allocate scarce resources to meet unlimited wants. A blend of theory and applied quantitative and analytical skills, a degree in economics prepares students for jobs in businesses, financial firms, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations and for advanced degrees in business, economics, law, public administration, and other social sciences.
Current Economics News
UNLV undergrad Mary Blankenship blends public policy, science, and economics into a cocktail for successful global change.
A collection of news stories highlighting community and perseverance at UNLV.
Alumnus Mike Peregrina turns his humbling financial setback into a new model for home buying.
Brookings Mountain West and Lincy Institute's Caitlin Saladino's work helping fuel undergraduate research earns her UNLV's Top Tier Award.
A collection of news stories highlighting research, health, and community at UNLV.
Research by UNLV economists finds that pandemic stay-at-home orders put a strain on already tight water resources.
Economics In The News
This chip manufacturing shortage presents a premier opportunity for economic development in the Silver State.
From the return of big concerts, to crowded resorts, to record levels of gambling income, the signs of Las Vegas' economic revival are hard to miss these days.
From the return of big concerts to crowded resorts to record levels of gambling revenue, signs of Las Vegas’ economic revival are hard to miss these days.
A recent UNLV study finds that working from home might be making Nevada's water issues worse.
Many businesses have said they’re looking at hybrid work options going forward, where employees will be able to work from home at least part of the time if they’d like.
Many businesses have said they’re looking at hybrid work options going forward, where employees will be able to work from home at least part of the time if they’d like.
