Goals

  • To increase students’ knowledge and understanding of the European Union, the Euro Area, and the euro

  • To promote an understanding of the current economic challenges that Euro Area member states face

  • To support local and state level learning standards related to global studies and economics

  • To foster economic and financial literacy through the understanding of economics and economic policy

  • To foster development of communication, critical thinking, research, teamwork, and presentation skills.

Benefits

  • Develop public speaking, research, and analytical skills.

  • Boost resumes.

  • Network with professionals in economics and international relations

  • Meet the Ambassador of the European Union to the United States