School of Economics

The Economics Club @ GT

If you have an interest in getting involved in economics or want to learn more about economics after the introductory course that you have taken, this is the organization for you.

All majors at GT are invited to be a part of this academic, social, and philanthropic organization. Just an interest in economics is all that is required. Discover that economics is fun and worth experiencing!

The Georgia Tech Economics club is all about learning about the ever-changing economy, having social events, and philanthropy.

You will have the opportunity to bring to the table economic issues that are on your mind and important to your campus and your community. And, best of all, you will socialize, network, and meet new people in the Georgia Tech community.

Visit the ECON Club website to learn more.

If interested, contact Ms. Kari White or Jillian Ditzler.

EGO

The Economic Graduate Organization, EGO, is an organization that promotes social and educational interactions among graduate students in the School of Economics.

The ultimate goal of EGO is to promote an enjoyable and pleasant interaction among fellow graduate students in the department. EGO provides fellowship that will result in friendships that will last a lifetime, while also pursuing an advanced degree in the School of Economics.

Omicron Delta Epsilon

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 Irving Fisher and Frank W. Taussig competitions.

Currently, the Kappa of Georgia Chapter of the School of Economics at GA Tech has 150 members, and inducts 20-40 new members annually. To be invited, students of any major must have a 3.0 GPA, be a junior, senior, or master student, and completed 12 or more hours of economics course work. Each year, the top ODE member is recognized at the Student Honors Ceremony with an engraved cup and $150 check. Ms. Kari White is the Executive Director of ODE.