Department of Economics
ECON Faculty and Research
Our Economics department and faculty are known as the "most student-friendly department
on campus.” The faculty are passionate about preparing students with the knowledge
and skills needed after graduation, which has led to students being actively sought
after by renowned local, national and global organizations.
Highly regarded for their publications in the industry and engaging lectures in the
classroom, our faculty are considered to be some of the most respected scholars, professionals
and educators in the field.
Fast Facts
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Carmen Astorne |
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Andrew Hussey |
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David Kemme Professor | William N. Morris Chair of Excellence dmkemme@memphis.edu Phone: 901.678.5408 Office: FCBE 405 |
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Dongwoo (Don) Kim |
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Joonhyung Lee Associate Professor | PhD Program Coordinator jlee17@memphis.edu Phone: 901.678.1659 |
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Joaquin Lopez |
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Albert Okunade Professor aokunade@memphis.edu Phone: 901.678.2672 Office: FCBE 318 |
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Jake Organ |
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Grace N. Phillips |
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William Smith Professor | Department Chair wtsmith@memphis.edu Phone: 901.678.3675 Office: FCBE 400A |
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Jamin Speer Associate Professor | MA Program Coordinator jspeer@memphis.edu |
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Han Yu Assistant Professor han.yu@memphis.edu Phone: 901.678.4625 Office: FCBE 419 |












