Ten years ago, a group of dedicated economics alumni approached the Dean of Dornsife with a visionary proposal. Inspired by similar initiatives at other top-tier institutions, they sought to create a Council that would support the Department of Economics by:
- Enriching and strengthening the student experience
- Bridging academic expertise with the marketplace
- Enhancing the department’s visibility and reputation
- Cultivating financial support from private and corporate communities
In May 2013, the USC Economics Leadership Council was established. As mentors, they generously share their expertise with hundreds of students. With their gifts, they provide crucial financial resources that support extracurricular programs, alumni outreach activities, and initiatives that enhance the academic mission.Alumni involvement has become integral to the department’s growth and success. We want to expand your impact by creating more engagement opportunities and connect with every single alum!
Leadership
Co-Chair
BA ’03 Senior Corporate Council, Amazon
Co-Chair
CFP®, BA ’03 Financial Advisor, Wells Fargo
Events
Our evening of gratitude held inside the President’s Suite at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum celebrated the achievements our alumni helped make possible.
Students networked with alumni from different industries to explore career opportunities. Alumni leaders in Banking, Consulting, Cyber Security, Data Science, Legal, Public Sector, Real Estate, Risk Management, and Wealth Management joined us for an exciting evening.
Alumni Newsletters
April 2024
As the new Chair of the Dornsife Department of Economics, I send you my warmest greetings. It is an honor to be the first woman to hold this position.
December 2023
This December concludes my tenure as Department Chair. Caroline Betts will be the next Chair of Economics.
October 2023
Our semester is off to an auspicious beginning. We are happy to share our early fall accomplishments and look forward to sending regular updates throughout the year.
April 2023
I am happy to report we are a vibrant economics community of distinguished scholars, talented students, and alumni whose achievements bring honor to the Department.
Make a Gift!
The Economics Opportunity Fund provides discretionary dollars that underwrite student enrichment programs, support alumni outreach activities, and enable the Chair to seize unique opportunities that elevate the academic mission. Regardless of size, your gift is a shared commitment to excellence, and we are grateful for your support.
