Austin Smithwick, B.A. 1999

1999 Major: Economics; certificate in Markets & Management Studies

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

"Economics taught me to think critically and not accept the convenient or popular answer to questions, but to look deeper and find the true reasons for outcomes."

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

"Take the hard classes, engage with your professors, and enjoy your time."