AEASP | Howard University Department of Economics

Manny graduated from UC Berkeley in 2020 with a degree in Economics and Ethnic Studies with a minor in Demography. During his time at Berkeley, he served as Underrepresented Minorities in Econ’s External Vice President and was involved in multiple organizations on campus. He took on positions such as an Experience Berkeley Highschool Coordinator, and an (under)Graduate Student Instructor for the Economics department where he won the Outstanding GSI award in Spring 2020.

Bryan Anderson is a recent graduate of Florida A&M University (FAMU), where he earned bachelor’s degrees in Industrial Engineering and Economics. At FAMU, he was a Life Gets Better Scholar and he was highly involved in civic and academic organizations such as the FAMU Student Government Association, the National Society of Black Engineers, the Beta Nu Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, inc., the FAMU Jazz Ensemble, and the Honda Campus All-Star Challenge HBCU Quiz bowl.

Jose Nino is a rising junior at Kenyon College who is planning on double majoring in economics and mathematics. Although he doesn't have any formal research experience at this moment, his interests focus on the microeconomic and macroeconomic policy implications on lower-income households and underrepresented communities in the United States.

Lauren Godwin is a Junior at Spelman College studying Economics with a minor in Mathematics. Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Lauren sits on the Board of Directors for the Power of Girlhood, a non-profit organization for self-esteem and expression in youth girls. In the Atlanta University Center, Lauren is a very active member of the community. As a member of the PULSE Programming Board, she plans campus events and concerts.

Patrick Edwards is a third-year honors student in economics with minors in sociology and mathematics at RochesterInstitute of Technology. His research interests lie at the intersection of economics and sociology, including labor economics and stratification economics. To further explore these interests, Patrick plans to study abroad this fall at OxfordUniversity to complete his minor in sociology and learn more about economic applications in sociological issues. Upon graduation, Patrick hopes to pursue a post-bacc opportunity prior to applying to PhD programs in Economics.

Zaria Roller is a sophomore QuestBridge Scholar at Williams College majoring in Economics with a concentration in Africana Studies. She has worked as a Teaching Assistant and Research Assistant in the Williams Economics Department and has experience interning for nonprofits. Outside of the classroom, she enjoys making textile art, learning guitar, and singing.

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Vanessa Goris is a Belgian- and Venezuelan-American in her second year at Emory University, where she is pursuing a double degree in Computer Science/Mathematics and Economics. Originally from Atlanta, GA, she spent her formative years in Milwaukee, WI before returning to her home state for her undergraduate studies. Besides her coursework, Vanessa serves as a research assistant on an economics research project, utilizing database management and Spanish-language skills in investigating crossholdings between Ecuadorian firms.

Richard Vega is a first-generation student born to parents that made a life in the United States after fleeing civil wars in their respective countries of El Salvador and Guatemala. After serving 4 years in the Army and representing over 45,000 students of Austin Community College as Student Body President, he was picked by the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute to intern for Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García.

Department of Economics

AEASP 2021 Scholar Emmanuel Prunty

AEASP 2021 Scholar Bryan Anderson

AEASP 2021 Scholar Jose Nino

AEASP 2021 Scholar Lauren Godwin

AEASP 2021 Scholar Patrick Edwards

AEASP 2021 Scholar Zaria Roller

AEASP 2021 Scholar Macheddie Baker

AEASP 2021 Scholar Miasia Huebner

AEASP 2021 Scholar Vanessa Goris

AEASP 2021 Scholar Richard Vega