Economics majors present paper, reap awards

Junior and senior economics majors of the University of San Carlos garnered several awards during the 6th Young Economist’s Convention (YEC) held last February 2–3, 2007 at the Angelo King International Center, De La Salle University.

Rogie dela Cuesta (AB Econ 3) was recognized as the 6th YEC Best Female Participant for her active involvement in the discussions and workshops. Hannah Lee Cabañas (AB Econ 3) was crowned Miss YEC 2007 and was also awarded “Best in Talent” and “Best in Theme Attire.” Her partner, Mario Garcia of the University of the Philippines School of Economics, was also crowned Mr. YEC 2007. On the other hand, Priscilla Mae Ymas (AB Econ 3) together with Jeppert Enson Chua of De La Salle University was awarded “Couple of the Night.”

During the convention, a Carolinian research team representing the Visayas presented their concept paper entitled “Improving Incomes of Rural Households in Central Visayas through Non-Agricultural Employment.” Miss Ymas and Rose Anne Fuego presented in behalf of their co-researchers, Divine Grace Marigomen, Miss Cabañas and John Altair Esma.

Officers and members of the Carolinian Economics Society (CES) attended the convention, including Julie Ann Belaniso, Rule Amethyst Oporto, Saudia Mae Casiño, Rogie de la Cuesta, Daryl Mary Sia, Louie Jay Trapa, and Matthew Angelo Tabalba IV. They were accompanied by the CES adviser, Ma. Lourdes O. Montenegro, M.S.

Students from various universities in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao also presented their concept papers and theses. The theme of the convention was “Employment and Social Dimensions of Globalization.” Economists from different private and government agencies also shared their knowledge with the young minds. LINK