Economics - George Mason University

Fairfax, Virginia | 2001 - 2005

George Mason University is innovative and entrepreneurial in spirit and utilizes its multi-campus organization and location near our nation's capital to attract outstanding faculty, staff, and students.

Gained extensive knowledge of macro and microeconomics, economic trends, growth, stability, national income analysis, and other key areas of current economic issues. Conducted extensive research and prepared academic papers. Excelled in upper-level elective coursework, including Economics of Public Policy, Economics of Labor, Law and Economics, Health Economics, Development of Latin America, and Urban Economics.

Key Achievements:

Distinguished as first member to pursue and complete 2-year living / learning Information Society program providing in-depth understanding of impacts of cutting-edge technology on contemporary society, as well as historical development and influences on social institutions and perceptions.
Gained substantial insight into relationships between citizens, governments, and businesses; investigated interaction of political and economic theory and legal history impacting policy issues, as well as economic influence on various legal areas.
Reviewed determining factors of wage / employment levels and long-term consequences with specific focus on unions, collective bargaining, and industrial technology.
Delved into a variety of special topics spanning healthcare organizations, effectiveness, issues, and solutions; Latin American economic development, institutions, and issues; and regional and metropolitan growth in urban areas.
Served in key leadership roles with student organizations, including coordinating special events and activities.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

GMU Program Board Student Association \| More	2001 - 2003
Phi Kappa Theta National Fraternity (V.P. - Sec. - Tres.) \| More	2003 - 2005
Boat Smart US Marine Operations and Safety Certification	Since 1998

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