Essay Competition: Young Economists’ Thinking is Being Tested

Essay Competition: Young Economists’ Thinking is Being Tested

November 29 , 2025

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The globally recognized bestseller Why Nations Fail by Daron Acemoglu and James Robinson presents unique research.


This work, which offers an extensive analysis of global economic processes, sparked great interest among NIU students.


The book was read together with instructors, and its main ideas, historical examples, and economic conclusions were examined.


Being an economist is not just about working with numbers. It is the art of thinking, analyzing, distinguishing cause and effect, and seeing complex processes from a broad perspective.


To develop exactly this kind of deep-thinking culture among students, an essay competition was organized.


Based on the sections they read, the students expressed their views, analyses, and conclusions through creative essays.


Ahead lies the next stage of the competition. Winners will receive cash prizes and memorable gifts.


We wish all participants the best of luck!

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