In a world of so much information and opinions, it`s hard to know what good sustainable policies really are. If you want to learn how to analyze the effectiveness policies yourself, add ARE 2525, Sustainability Policy and Management, to your Fall 2026 schedule today!
Meet Sadie Alexander, an economist and civil rights advocate who became the first African American woman in the United States to earn a Ph.D. in economics, graduating from University of Pennsylvania in 1921. She is best known for her work promoting racial and economic equality and for helping shape civil rights policy through her advocacy and public service.
ARE 1150 Principles of Applied and Resource Economics is an introductory course to microeconomic analysis with applications to food, nutrition, health, natural resources, and the environment with topics including consumer and firm behavior, supply, demand, markets, and economic policy.
Meet Katera, one of our incredible undergrads who studied abroad in London last year while doing an internship with an NGO. We`re so proud of you Katera!
Meet Elinor Ostrom, an American political economist best known for her research on how communities successfully manage shared natural resources such as forests, fisheries, and water systems. In 2009, she became the first woman to receive the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences for challenging the idea that only governments or private owners can effectively manage common resources.
Congratulations to the UConn Class of 2026! 🎓🐾
As the celebration continues, we hope you are taking a moment to reflect on the work, growth, late nights, big wins, and small moments that brought you here.
We are so proud of all that you have accomplished and excited for what comes next.
Ever wondered where your recycling goes once the truck picks it up? Hint: it doesn`t just disappear.
Here is our first post in the ARE Perfect Match Series! There will be a new post every week so be sure to keep your eye out for your perfect match! This week we are highlighting one of our introductory courses: Population, Food and the Environment. Be sure to add it to your schedule if it sparks your interests and check out our website for more information!
Thank you from the ARE Case Competition Team 💙🐾
We’re incredibly grateful for the generosity and support of our donors during UConn Gives.
With 68 donors and over $3,900 raised, your contributions will help create meaningful opportunities for ARE students, including competitions, experiential learning, conference participation, and scholarships.
Thank you for investing in our students and helping make these experiences possible.
John Keynes was the Founding Father of Macroeconomics and Keynesian Economics which focuses on the causes of prolonged unemployment. His work "The General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money" (1935-36) focused on addressing economic recession through a full employment government sponsored policy.
Words of wisdom from our recycling and waste expert!
So that`s the view that was hiding under all that ice!
