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Inaugural Finance Fireside Chat series launches with Lew Goodwin
The Department of Finance at the David Eccles School of Business recently launched its Finance Fireside Chat series with Lew Goodwin of Square Financial Services. An alumnus of the Eccles School, Mr. Goodwin shared his extensive knowledge and expertise in the financial services and fintech industries. The event also provided a valuable networking opportunity for both faculty and students. Attendees had the chance to delve into topics relevant to the classroom curriculum and explore potential career opportunities in the financial sector. "I not only learned more about the fintech space, but I also received advice on entering the professional world, [...]
Get outside with these five winter activities
It's cold outside, and in Utah, that means fantastic winter activities to have fun and recharge before Spring Semester. Check out our top five below. Skiing The obvious thing to do in the winter in Utah is ski in our world-famous resorts. With four resorts within 30 minutes of the university, you can easily take a day trip to ski. Shred the "best snow in the world" with an IKON pass, or purchase a discounted day pass from Outdoor Adventures located in the Student Life Center. You can rent skis here as well. Ice Skating at the Gallivan Center [...]
From Marriage to Economics: Melissa Kearney Unravels ‘The Two-Parent Privilege’
In a thought-provoking event hosted by the Marriner S. Eccles Institute for Economics and Quantitative Analysis, economist and author Melissa Kearney delved into the profound advantages children gain from having two married parents. The event centered around Kearney's insightful book, "The Two-Parent Privilege: How Americans Stopped Getting Married and Started Falling Behind," where she skillfully presents a data-driven case for the economic benefits of two-parent households. The Economic Impact of Declining Marriage Rates Kearney began by highlighting a "dramatic shift" in family structure over the past four decades. The percentage of children growing up in two-parent households has declined [...]
