News January 2022

WyoFile quoted UW economist David Aadland for a story on how the Wyoming Legislature will handle the state receiving a $1 billion-plus windfall -- funds received through the federal American Rescue Plan Act.  Published Jan 11, 2022.

 

Sheridan Media posted UW’s release noting that its Ph.D. program in economics has received high marks in a new worldwide ranking based on the academic success of graduates. The UW Department of Economics has a long-standing reputation for excellence in faculty research, but this new ranking highlights the department’s success in graduating leading scholars in the field. IDEAS, a worldwide organization that disseminates economics research, ranked UW 31st among U.S. universities and 66th globally.  Published January 13, 2022.

 

UW economist Anne Alexander was interviewed by Reflector for an online article on what is causing the spikes in prices for food, gasoline and housing. Other economists joined Alexander in trying to anticipate when consumers will get relief.

 

UW economist Rob Godby spoke with Wyoming Public Radio on how the oil industry has rebounded as global oil prices and demand have increased in previous months.  Published January 26, 2022.