Overview

The Economics Student Association (ESA) serves as an outlet for students interested in Economics to become more involved in the department, and learn more about the field. The organization offers opportunities for members to meet fellow students, build relationships with faculty, organize events, and learn about postgraduate opportunities. The only requirement is that members have an interest in economics!

The ESA has held a range of events including a pizza/jeopardy social, a graduate school information panel with URI alumni, an interview panel with the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and a variety of workshops involving Linkedin, internship applications, and interview skills. Various alumni events have also been organized by the ESA.

2026/2027 Executive Board 

Teresa Oliveira – President 

Justin Funkenberg – Vice President 

Seamus Baxter – Secretary 

Maya Souza – Treasurer 

Nidia Rodriguez – Social Media Chair 

Meetings

ESA meeting times vary by semester. In Fall 2026, the ESA will meet on Wednesdays at 5:30 P.M. in Chafee 801. Meetings typically last about an hour. Information on meetings and events is frequently posted on the ESA Instagram page. You can also contact the organization at ESA@rhodysenate.org to be added to the email list and for any other inquiries.