Department of ECONOMICS

Welcome to the Department of economics

Ever wondered about the economic aspects of addiction, or the real costs and benefits of electric cars? Our researchers are on it. Have you ever stopped to wonder what drives people’s decision-making? Economics has the answers. We’re all about applying economic thinking to diverse, pressing issues – giving you the tools to make a genuine impact.  

What else sets us apart? Our stimulating and supportive community. Here, faculty-student interactions aren’t an exception – they’re a way of life.  

Discover how to view the world differently, armed with an economist’s analytical skills and an innovator’s drive for solutions. We’re not just crunching numbers; we’re tackling real-world problems! That’s the Bryan School difference. Come join us!

Department head

Dr. Anne Royalty

Department Head

abroyalty@uncg.edu

Our Mission

The Department of Economics supports the teaching, research, and service missions of UNCG and the Bryan School of Business and Economics. The department’s undergraduate courses and programs prepare students for careers in a competitive global marketplace as well as graduate education. Its innovative graduate programs, the M.A. in Applied Economics and the PhD in Business Administration, Concentration in Economics, provide students with training in advanced empirical and analytical methods. Graduates of these programs enter the workforce with the skills to conduct sophisticated research and contribute at high levels in business, government, non-profit, and research settings. Faculty members conduct high-quality, nationally recognized research that promotes economic understanding, supports its academic programs, and fosters economic development in the Triad and throughout North Carolina.

Student Organizations

Student organizations are a great way to get involved with the campus and local communities, add to your resume, and build a stronger network. They allow you to network with students and community leaders, pursue new interests, and build leadership and career skills.

About Our Department

research And the classroom

Faculty members conduct high-quality, nationally recognized research that promotes economic understanding, supports its academic programs, and fosters economic development in the community, the state, and the broader economy. As part of a Carnegie classified High-Research Activity University, economics faculty bridge research engagement with classroom instruction. The faculty is composed of both macro-focused and micro-focused economists with a strong research core in applied economics. Faculty research activities include publications in top-tier general interest and field journals in economics and related fields, sponsored research from private and public funding agencies, and professional service activities.

The department has been awarded more than $1.7 million in sponsored research funding over the last few years alone. This winning record includes grants from the National Institute for Health (NIH), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and the Economic Development Administration (EDA) which explore unique questions relevant to today’s society through innovative research methods. Faculty and students are encouraged to participate in conferences, professional development workshops, presentations; pursue grant opportunities; and serve in research assistantships. Advanced students may participate in co-authored research projects with faculty mentors.

Exploring new ideas

Fostering a culture of collaboration and scholarship, the Economics Brown Bag Series invites faculty, students, and other researchers to present and discuss ongoing research or working papers. These projects are typically in a developmental stage, which allows for rich discussions and the exchange of new perspectives. Attendees are invited to bring their own “brown bag” lunch and enjoy the company of their peers while participating in the development of new and influential research. Research topics span a vast array of subjects – from healthcare to environmental science, social safety nets, pay gaps, innovation, and many more.

The Economics Seminar Series brings top-notch external researchers to UNCG’s campus to present their research. By extension, it fosters connections between the UNCG economics community and other academic institutions and research organizations both near and far. Importantly, it provides networking opportunities for graduate students and enriches the academic environment as invited speakers engage with the audience on both the details of econometric methods and the future direction of the economics discipline.

In both series, the discussions are collegial and constructive, embodying the core values of the economics department. Seminars are free and open to the public.

Department News

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  The Economics of Green Hydrogen Draw Fulbright Scholar to Africa July 25, 2025
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  UNCG Bryan students unlock economic insights during visit to Federal Reserve Bank OF Richmond April 25, 2024
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  ENGAGED UNCG ALUMNUS EXCELS IN ECONOMICSMarch 15, 2024
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  CLASS OF 2023: NICK LOFLIN’S FUNNEL OF OPPORTUNITY AT UNCGDecember 5, 2023
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  UNCG Bryan PhD student’s research on free menstrual products earns 3MT victory November 20, 2023

Department Events

Reach Out

Phone: 336.256.1010

Fax: 336.334.5580

Email: economics@uncg.edu

Mailing Address

Department of Economics
P.O. Box 26170
Greensboro, NC 27402-6170

Physical Address

Suite 462, Bryan Building
516 Stirling Street
Greensboro, NC 27412