Economics Initiative
Connect economists, produce synergies
Understanding economics is fundamental—not only to competing in business but also to uplifting the poor, to using the world’s resources wisely, and to predicting human behavior from the interpersonal to the geopolitical. A significant new Economics Initiative at Cornell will elevate the university’s international standing in theoretical and applied economics, complementing its already robust initiative in the Social Sciences. In a labor market where top economists command extraordinary salaries as consultants to private industry and as educators, Cornell faces fierce competition in attracting scholars of the necessary caliber. The university seeks to build endowment that will enable it to provide an exceptional degree of faculty salary and research support in order to recruit and retain top faculty, fund graduate fellowships and research assistantships for scholars who represent the future of their fields, and encourage and recognize promising top undergraduate scholars. Gifts of all sizes are welcome. Named giving opportunities are described below. To start a gift conversation contact Kristen Ford, 607-254-1679, kf76@cornell.edu.
Giving opportunities
$3,000,000
Support and retain a renowned Cornell economics scholar
$2,000,000
Connect economists and strengthen economics across campus
$100,000 and up
Cultivate cutting-edge research and retain promising faculty
$11,000,000
Coordinate Cornell's strengths in economics and enhance its international reputation