Allegheny Students Honored for Scholarship in Economics

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