Omicron Delta Epsilon

Allegheny Students Honored for Scholarship in Economics

By March 26th 2023

Allegheny Students Honored for Scholarship in Economics
2023 Omicron Delta Epsilon Event

Omicron Delta Epsilon (ODE) is the international honor society in the field of economics. The primary purpose of ODE is to recognize outstanding academic achievement in economics, especially at the undergraduate level. 

How do students qualify?

Students are invited to join the society each Spring if they meet the academic criteria set by the international organization. The minimum requirements for admission are completion of 12 credit hours of economics courses, attainment of a GPA of 3.0 or better in economics courses, and an overall GPA of at least 3.0.

Newest members of the Allegheny College Omicron Delta Epsilon chapter

During our Spring 2023 event, we welcomed the newest members of the Omicron Delta Epsilon Honor Society:

Robert Amsdell Patrick Hogan Reece Smith
Bergas. Anargya Dagney K. Javes Margaret L. Todd
Tergel Buyanbat Kenneth C. Johns Patricia J. Todd
Jenna E. Halenda Lucia Jueguen Preston A. Turk
Carter J. Hassenplug Kevin Lee Isabelle R. Wakefield

Why study economics?

This year, Professor Emeritus John Golden provided the opening remarks sharing with students the history of economics, the benefits of the discipline and the many career trajectories made possible by the study of economics. He explains:

“Given the wide-ranging diversity of interests among economists, it is no surprise that this discipline provides undergraduates with many subsequent career options. Many find employment in the private sector, especially in banking. For those interested in working in this industry, consider taking a course in finance. Also, internships are helpful in exploring post-undergraduate careers. You may enjoy a subject intellectually, but perhaps would find a daily routine and/or colleagues not to your liking. 

Better to find out sooner — via an internship — than later. 

Another employment possibility is a non-profit organization devoted to a cause in which one truly values, such as green energy solutions or fighting poverty. An additional career option is to become an entrepreneur who creates his or her own business in either the private or non-profit sector.”

The Bruce R. Thompson Center for Business and Economics (CBE) prepares Allegheny College students to succeed in a diverse, global economy. Learn more at allegheny.edu/cbe

Celebrating Scholarship in Economics

By April 18th 2022

2022 Omicron Delta Epsilon lunch celebration
2022 Omicron Delta Epsilon lunch celebration

This spring, the Business and Economics Department welcomed the newest members of Omicron Delta Epsilon, the International Honor Society for Economics. Thirty-five students joined the Alpha Psi Chapter in 2022 at a luncheon ceremony in the Tippie Alumni Center.  Maya Ginter-Frankovitch ’22 welcomed the group to the gathering and Noah Tart ’22 kicked off the meeting sharing the wisdom and humor involved with the study  of economics. 

Students are invited to join the society each Spring if they meet the academic criteria set by the international organization. The minimum requirements for admission are completion of 12 credit hours of economics courses, attainment of a GPA of 3.0 or better in economics courses, and an overall GPA of at least 3.0.Certificates were then presented to these new members:

Hadi Al Khafaji Maxwell Hammond Hanah Simmons
Meredythe Baird Gretchen Kiefer Katherine Stancil
Jacob Boord Logan Koontz Shawn Stelling
Katherine Burgess Morgan Libell Rachel Stephany
Gary Chen Sarah Lipniskis Jacob Stotsky
Caitlin Comunale Jacob McGee Richard Swanson
Jacob Dukman Payton Mineweaser Vicki Ta
Karen Duverglas Nicholas Murawski Kaylin Tang
Raymond Englert Sarah Pillittieri Andreas Vukas
Lydia Giannini Anna Poach Alexander Winklosky
Matthew Good Simone Robinson-Stevens Joel Zahradka 
Jordan Greynolds Mark Schmechel

Professor Nonnenmacher offered closing remarks reminding students that the study of economics will benefit them throughout their lives whether watching the news or in the ordinary problems of everyday life. Special thanks go to faculty advisor, Assistant Professor Michael Michaelides and Sarah Holt, Quigley Coordinator.

Omicron Delta Epsilon is one of the world’s largest academic honor societies. The objectives of Omicron Delta Epsilon are recognition of scholastic attainment and the honoring of outstanding achievements in economics; the establishment of closer ties between students and faculty in economics within colleges and universities, and among colleges and universities; the publication of its official journal, “The American Economist;” and sponsoring of panels at professional meetings as well as the ODE Graduate Research and Undergraduate Research Award competitions.

The Omicron Delta Epsilon International Honor Society for Economics inducts new members for 2021

By May 13th 2021

Omicron Delta Epsilon 2021The Omicron Delta Epsilon International Honor Society for Economics, Alpha Psi Chapter met both virtually and on campus to induct new members, celebrate scholarship in economics and honor outgoing faculty advisor, Professor John Golden on March 30, 2021.  

The incoming advisor, Professor Michael Michaelides was the Master of Ceremony for the annual event with welcoming remarks by Rachel Tobler ‘21, Center for Business & Economics Fellow. 

“One of the most interesting aspects of economics is the wide diversity in the interests and backgrounds of its members,” cited Golden.  “Many come to the field with a desire for a career in policy that can improve the way people live and work. The problems they tackle are many,” he added. “Our ODE chapter will be in excellent hands with Dr. Michaelides as faculty advisor,” he continued, “I welcome you all to Omicron Delta Epsilon and wish you success now and always.”

Congratulations to the new members for 2021:

Angel (Alyssa) Astaria Olivia Brophy Ian Craycroft
Ryan Dayton Matthew Del Rosso Morgan Douglas
Brett Heckert Emily Jones David Kraus
Grace Lengauer Christian Lussier Harley O’Brochta
Jack Parker Megan Powell Joseph Silvester
Nicholas Taliani Noah Tart Molly Tarvin
Dakchyata Thapa Thomas Uranga Victoria Vradenburg

Omicron Delta Epsilon, the International Economics Honor Society, is one of the world’s largest academic honor societies. The objectives of Omicron Delta Epsilon are recognition of scholastic attainment and the honoring of outstanding achievements in economics; the establishment of closer ties between students and faculty in economics within colleges and universities, and among colleges and universities; the publication of its official journal, The American Economist ; and sponsoring of panels at professional meetings as well as the Irving Fisher and Frank W. Taussig competitions.