Dec 22, 2017
North Carolina is very different from the state it was 40 years ago. Especially in the economy and industries, the state has seen a major shift. Is that shift complete?
Dec 8, 2017
When we change our lifestyle to achieve a common goal most of us wouldn’t expect to pay more, but that’s not always the case. What factors go into determining service prices for a business?
Nov 22, 2017
It’s commonly thought we are now living in the greatest time period of change. Technology is affecting how we live, work and communicate in amazing ways, and the changes will…
Nov 13, 2017
High school students consider various factors when picking a college. From an economic viewpoint, what are the most important?
Oct 27, 2017
Dr. Mike Walden gives a preview into his new book, and predicts what the state of North Carolina will be in the year 2050.
Oct 13, 2017
Monopolies are a constant concern for economists. How have they been dealt with in the past, and what can be done about any looming ones in modern times?
Sep 29, 2017
Amazon wants to open a second U.S. headquarters that could be the economic prize of the century. What does North Carolina have to offer, and what would could it be worth?
Sep 15, 2017
There’s two sides to every story. What are the sides for the economy today? NC State University economist Mike Walden lays out some of the major points in today’s economy so you can decide.
Sep 1, 2017
The question today is how relevant the humanities are to an increasingly technological world. STEM enrollment has seen significantly higher growth compared the humanities since 2000. In our tech-heavy society, will STEM majors flourish while humanities majors flounder?
Aug 18, 2017
New students face many challenges, primary among them being the matter of money. What’s the cause of rising tuitions, and what are the methods for dealing with the issue being discussed?