Department of Economics

Undergraduate Advising

Drop-in advising is available for all students on Wednesdays ONLY from 10 AM to noon and 1-4 PM in the Undergraduate Suite (7238 Social Sciences). Drop-in is first come, first served, so we recommend arriving promptly.

Declared AND non-declared students can also schedule an in-person or virtual advising appointment with an Academic Advisor throughout the week. All advising appointments should be scheduled through Starfish.

WIDE/Advising Workshop

In collaboration with the Undergraduate Advising Office, Wisconsinites for Inclusion and Diversity in Economics (WIDE), is organizing a half-day lunch workshop for undergrads! This workshop has options for those just beginning to explore Economics and for those interested in Economics Ph.D./careers in economics research. You can choose between two tracks based on how far along you are with your studies & interests!

Friday, March 3 (12:30-4:30pm) at Van Hise 583 & 587

Track 1: Exploring Economics Research
In this track, you will talk with current PhD students and advisors to learn more about Economics PhD programs and research, related fields and careers, and how to best prepare for these different paths!

This track may be better suited for students earlier in their academic careers who are still exploring career paths in or related to Economics.

Track 2: Applying to a PhD
In this track, you will talk with current PhD students and professors to learn what the typical application process looks like for an Economics PhD.

This track may be better suited for students who have taken upper level electives and who definitely want to apply for a PhD in Economics.

Fill out the interest form by February 17 to participate!
http://bit.ly/40ti3lO

Spring Events 2023

Mark your calendars for these upcoming events.

CPT Workshop for International Econ Students: Monday, Feb. 27th 1-2 PM

OPT Workshop for International Econ Students: Wednesday, March 1st, 1-2 PM

Exploring Careers in Economic Research: From choosing economics to applying to PhD programs: Friday, March 3rd 12:30-3:45 PM

DOGS ON CALL: Thursday, April 20th, 3-4 PM

Graduation: Check your DARS! If you wish to graduate in Spring 2023 your DARS should be green. Spring/Summer graduates should Apply to Graduate and save the date for Econ’s Celebration, Thursday, May 11th at the Monona Terrace! Details to come.

Math Learning Center Study Skills Workshops

Interested in attending study skills workshops? Here is the spring study skills workshops schedule hosted by the Math Learning Center!

Study Skills Workshops

How to be a Proactive Math Learner
Tuesday, February 7 from 9:30 – 10:45 am Ingraham 214
Wednesdays, February 8 from 4:35 – 5:35 pm Van Vleck B130

How to Prepare for Your First College Math Exam
Tuesday, February 21 from 9:30 – 10:45 am Ingraham 214
Wednesdays, February 22 from 4:35 – 5:35 pm Van Vleck B130

What to do After Your First College Math Exam
Tuesday, March 21 from 9:30 – 10:45 am Ingraham 214
Wednesdays, March 22 from 4:35 – 5:35 pm Van Vleck B130

How to study for your Math Final
Tuesday, April 25 from 9:30 – 10:45 am Ingraham 214
Wednesdays, April 26 from 4:35 – 5:35 pm Van Vleck B130

Study Groups

What are Study Groups?
Study Groups connect students looking for peers to study with in the following Econ courses: Econ 101, 102, 301, 302, 310, and/or 410 (Econ 410 is newly added to study groups this Spring 2023 semester!).

Study groups start the week of February 6th. You are welcome to join the scheduled, in-house study groups on your own. All you would need to do is fill out the form to sign up and show up to the next meeting date.
· Econ 101/301 - Mondays from 5:30-7pm in 7142 Sewell Social Sciences

· Econ 102/302 - Tuesdays from 5:30-7pm in 7142 Sewell Social Sciences

· Econ 310/410 - Wednesdays from 5:30-7pm in 7142 Sewell Social Sciences

Any questions? Reach out to our office at econadvise@ssc.wisc.edu