An Introduction to the Research Lounge

Hi everyone,

 

First of all, thanks to Lukas, Carsten and Tomas for initiating the idea of an M.Sc Economics Research Lounge. The Lounge basically aims at creating a platform to discuss the ideas of Economics students on current economic issues of importance. According to Lukas, "in a nutshell, it is an "open space" for MSc students to talk about things they are interested in". Based on the concept of "by the students, for the students and of the students", this initiative is already proving to be a success (the response to the first two meetings is testimony).

 

The lounge is also an opportunity to catch up with your classmates, most of whom you might not have had a chance to talk to. This is the perfect opportunity to do so, given the fact that we hardly have time to talk during lectures or seminars.

 

This blog endeavours to provide succinct summaries of the contents of every meeting, so that those who cannot attend them can use this as a ready reckoner to keep up with what happens. Those who haven't attended the meetings till date will also hopefully be motivated to do so after reading these posts!

 

As you may have heard from Tomas already, today's meeting will take the form of a talk by Huaqing (Frank) Cao on "Modern China: A Comparative Political and Economic Perspective". There was also a "homework video" which I guess all of you have already had a look at. Frank has a B.Mgt. in Business Administration and a LL.B. in Law from Chongqing University (China). He has participated a lot in social activities and gained his authentic perspective on modern China. He has taken several presidential positions in different student organisations and received notable honours such as the torchbearership of Beijing 2008 Olympic Games. (now that's super cool ;)).

 Having said all that, hope you all turn up for today's session: 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m., Postgraduate Hub (it is opposite Costcutter, inside the Senate House. You need your student card to get in - otherwise, you have to wait outside in the cold until someone opens the door for you).

Oh, and more importantly, snacks and drinks will be available, courtesy the Department of Economics.

 

See you there!