It is perhaps fitting that as the University of Michigan begins to celebrate its bicentennial that an economic historian takes over as department chair. The celebration reminds us of all that we value about U-M. I look forward to a productive and exciting term ahead.
In the past year, the department had numerous accomplishments in which we can take pride. We had notable research successes, many of which were supported by the Michigan Institute for Teaching and Research in Economics (MITRE).
Our doctoral students were highly successful in securing jobs using their professional training. All (100 percent) of our doctoral students placed, and the quality of placements was outstanding. We are very proud!
