Diego Valderrama, Ph.D. 2002, M.A. 1998

Franklin Templeton – San Mateo CA

Ph.D., Economics 2002, M.A., Economics 1998

How has being an Economics graduate from Duke helped shape you personally and/or professionally?

"I have worked as an economist, both in research and in industry, for the past 20 years. Professionally, without the Duke economics degree, I would not be where I am today."

What advice would you give students in Duke's Economics programs? 

"Enjoy your time in Durham and learn fully, but only if you enjoy economics!"

Diego Valderrama