Our Mission
We Are Harvard’s Primary Undergraduate Economics Association
The Harvard Undergraduate Economics Association (HUEA) strives to create a more inclusive economics community at Harvard and beyond. We believe economics has much to contribute in making sense of the major issues that face our generation.
Our Initiatives
This year, HUEA is committed to achieving 3 key goals:​
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Undergraduate Opportunities: Fostering more initiatives centered around undergraduates to explore and succeed in a career in economics.
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Community: Creating more opportunities to socialize with fellow HUEA members alongside economics-related organizations at Harvard and other schools.
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High School Engagement: Strengthening ongoing economics competitions that aim to provide high schoolers a chance to practice and showcase their economics skillset.
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We aim to fulfill these goals through our core programs listed below:
1. Competitions
Plan and host an essay writing competition and in-person quiz bowl competition for high school students world wide.
2. Speaker Series
Coordinate forum events such as speaker events, debates, panel discussions, networking sessions, and workshops
3. Economic Policy and Market Strategies Program (EPMS)
Leverage data science and social science research to investigate pressing societal issues.
4. Volunteering
Teach critical personal finance skills to underserved communities in the Boston areas
Upcoming Events
HIEEC 2024-2025 Is Almost Here!
The Harvard International Economics Essay Competition (HIEEC) provides students the opportunity to demonstrate an accomplished level of writing and understanding of economic theory. Through the contest, students hone their academic and professional skills and exhibit their knowledge.
Below is the timeline for HIEEC 2024-2025:
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October 11th - HIEEC Essay Prompts Release
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November 1st - January 5th: HIEEC Submissions Are Open
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Late January/Early February - Finalists, Highly Commended, and Winners are released
If You Are Interested in Participating in this competition, sign up for our High School Competitions Newsletter