Joyce Chen, Department of Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies, gives a lecture titled "Confessions of a Recovering Economist."
In moving from the Department of Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics to Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies, I am looking to re-invent my research, teaching, and engagement. I will discuss my prior work as an economist and reflect on how it could and should have been informed by theories of feminist, racial, and social justice. I explore new ways in which economic theory can be deconstructed and decolonialized to become both more inclusive and more relevant.
Inaugural lectures celebrate Arts and Humanities faculty who have been promoted to the rank of professor. All lectures are held in the Faculty Club Grand Lounge from 4-6 p.m. and are preceded by a reception and followed by Q&A and discussion. All lectures are free and open to the public.
The Arts and Humanities Inaugural Lecture Series is sponsored by the College of Arts and Sciences.