The American Society of Hispanic Economists (ASHE) stands in solidarity with our black and brown brothers and sisters in the face of years of discrimination, violence, and murder. We recognize how the systemic and institutionalized racism in this country defines the life, wellbeing, and future of black and brown people. The deeply rooted racial disparities in health, wealth, wellbeing, and police violence have then proven to be harmful for black and brown people in the country.

ASHE would not have existed without the direct support of the National Economic Association (NEA), the organization of black economists founded more than 50 years ago. The NEA’s perseverance and excellence paved the way for all groups fighting discrimination, representativity, and disparities.

We call for the wider economics community to bring a more pressing light to stratification economics and promote the development of rigorous research that focus on policies that affect the safety and wellbeing of the black and brown communities.

Mónica García-Pérez
ASHE president on behalf of the ASHE Executive Board.

Saturday, November 23, 2019, 10:00-11:45am
[1.B.8] Evaluation Latin American Issues and Local Programs
Organizers: Monica Garcia-Perez, St. Cloud State University
Session Chairs: Monica Garcia-Perez, St. Cloud State University

Papers:

Globalization and Protectionism: AMLO’s 2006 presidential run
Jose Morales, Harvard Kennedy School
Sebastian Bustos, Harvard University

Using Nighttime Lights to Measure Economic Growth: Bringing Venezuela to the Spotlight
Advitha Arun, Columbia University

Drug Cartels and Their Distortionary Effects on Aggregate Productivity
Miguel Angel Mascarua, University of Virginia

Solidarity against the Machine: The role of NGO-sponsored Kitchens in the Weathering Clientelism in Venezuela
Jose Morales, Harvard Kennedy School
Omar Zambrano, Harvard Kennedy School

Discussants:
Zadia M. Feliciano, Queens College CUNY
José Caraballo Cueto, Universidad de Puerto Rico – Mayagüez Campus
Fernando Rivera, University of Central Florida
Monica Garcia-Perez, St. Cloud State University

Saturday, November 23, 2019, 1:00-2:45pm
[1.C.8] On Immigration Issues: Immigration Enforcement, Labor Market Performance, and Health
Organizers: Monica Garcia-Perez, St. Cloud State University
Session Chairs: Fernando Antonio Lozano, Pomona College

Papers:

When the American Dream Becomes a Nightmare: Health Implications of Intensified Immigration Enforcement
Mehmet Erdem Yaya, Eastern Michigan University
Catalina Amuedo-Dorantes, University of California, Merced
Susan L. Averett, Lafayette College

“Immigrants are taking our jobs!”: The Influence of Labor Market Conditions on Asylum Claims
Joaquin Alfredo Angel Rubalcaba, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Melina Juarez, University of Arkansas

Local Labor Market Effects of E-Verify Mandates
Karla Cordoba, University of Arizona

From Health to Wealth, and Vice Versa: The Relation between Health and Wealth in the Hispanic Community
Monica Garcia-Perez, St. Cloud State University

Discussants:
Molly Marie Jacobs, East Carolina University
Diego Guerrero, St. Cloud State University
Abdihafit Shaeye, Kent State University
Alberto Ortega, Whitman College

Saturday, November 23, 2019, 3:00-4:45pm
[1.D.8] Our Kids, Our Future: Educational Performance Among Minority/Immigrant Children and Youth
Organizers: Monica Garcia-Perez, St. Cloud State University
Session Chairs: Monica Garcia-Perez, St. Cloud State University

Papers:

Adolescent Health Behaviors Predict Adult Success
Molly Marie Jacobs, East Carolina University

Exploring Neighborhood Effects and Socioeconomic Background in College Enrollment: A Longitudinal Analysis in St. Cloud, MN
Diego Guerrero, St. Cloud State University
Monica Garcia-Perez, St. Cloud State University
Robert Johnson, St. Cloud State University

Midwestern Hispanic Serving Institutions as Latino Community Development Actors
Rene Rosenbaum, Michigan State University
Stephen Jeanetta, University of Missouri

Education Attainment of Children of Refugee and Economic Immigrants in the U.S.
Abdihafit Shaeye, Kent State University

Immigrant English Proficiency and the Academic Performance of Their Children
Alberto Ortega, Whitman College

Discussants:
Karla Cordoba, University of Arizona
Marie T. Mora, University of Missouri-St. Louis
Joaquin Alfredo Angel Rubalcaba, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Monica Garcia-Perez, St. Cloud State University
Mehmet Erdem Yaya, Eastern Michigan University

Sunday, November 24, 2019, 2:00-3:45pm
[2.H.8] Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico I
Organizers: Marie T. Mora, University of Missouri-St. Louis
Session Chairs: Marie T. Mora, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Papers:

Overview of Disaster Response and Recovery in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria
Marie T. Mora, University of Missouri-St.Louis
Alberto Davila, Southeast Missouri University
Havidán Rodríguez, Albany State University

The Health Profile of Puerto Ricans and Puerto Rican Migrants before and after Hurricane Maria
Fernando Rivera, University of Central Florida

Health Effects of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico
Jose Manuel Fernandez, University of Louisville

Impacts and Consequences of Hurricane Maria and the Disaster Response and Recovery on the Mental Health of Island and Mainland Puerto Ricans
Amy Nitza, State University of New York, University at Albany
Lin Shao, State University of New York, University at Albany

Sunday, November 24, 2019, 4:00-5:45pm
[2.I.8] Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico II
Organizers: Marie T. Mora, University of Missouri-St. Louis
Session Chairs: Marie T. Mora, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Papers:

Hurricane Maria’s Impact on Puerto Rico’s Labor Market: Plant Closings, Job Losses, and Wages
Zadia M. Feliciano, Queens College CUNY

Hurricane Maria’s Effect on Puerto Rico’s Labor Market Composition
José Caraballo Cueto, Universidad de Puerto Rico – Mayagüez Campus

Understanding Hurricane Maria: Disaster Response as Transition Management
Marla Perez Lugo, Universidad de Puerto Rico – Mayagüez Campus
Cecilio Ortiz Garcia, Universidad de Puerto Rico – Mayagüez Campus
Didier Valdes, Universidad de Puerto Rico – Mayagüez Campus

Monday, November 25, 2019, 1:00-2:45pm
[3.C.7] Financial Inclusion, Financial Systems, and Technology
Organizers: Myriam Quispe-Agnoli, Mercer University
Session Chairs: Myriam Quispe-Agnoli, Mercer University

Papers:

Financial Inclusion as a Catalyst for Economic Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa
Noimot Bakare, Howard University

Rotating Credit and Savings Associations: The Modern Juntas in Peru
Belinda Roman, St. Mary’s University San Antonio
Samiré Adams, St. Mary’s University San Antonio
Ana Paula Saravia, St. Mary’s University San Antonio

Financial Inclusion: Market Interaction or Policy Strategies (Do What I Do, Not What I Say)
Myriam Quispe-Agnoli, Mercer University
Vijaya Subrahmanyam, Mercer University
Anatou Soumahoro, Mercer University

Discussants:
Belinda Roman, St. Mary’s University San Antonio
Myriam Quispe-Agnoli, Mercer University
Noimot Bakare, Howard University

Monday, November 25, 2019, 3:00-4:45
[3.D.7] Bank Management, Bank Failures, and Peer Lending
Organizers: Myriam Quispe-Agnoli, Mercer University
Session Chairs: Vijaya Subrahmanyam, Mercer University

Papers:

How are West Virginia Banks Different?
Scott Schuh, West Virginia University
Eduardo Guimaraes Minuci, West Virginia University

The Discordant Firm Position: A Product of Institutional Investor
Abdul Mohi Khizer, Indian School of Business

Recessions and Bank Failure: An Analysis of Community Bank Failures in Georgia and Florida
Myriam Quispe-Agnoli, Mercer University
Vijaya Subrahmanyam, Mercer University
Aaron Atwell, Mercer University
Joseph Hernandez, Mercer University

Discussants:
Myriam Quispe-Agnoli, Mercer University
Vijaya Subrahmanyam, Mercer University
Eduardo Guimaraes Minuci, West Virginia University

The mission of the internship, which is part of the MDRC Gueron Minority Scholars Program (GMSP), is to provide an opportunity for individuals from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in the education and social policy research community with an opportunity for professional experience in the field.

The selected summer interns will support multidisciplinary teams to develop and evaluate programs focused on current education and social policy issues. Interns will have the opportunity to support a range of projects within MDRC’s five policy areas: Family Well-Being and Children’s Development; K-12 Education; Postsecondary Education; Low-Wage Workers and Communities; and Youth, Criminal Justice, and Employment.

Responsibilities:

The eight-week paid internship provides the opportunity to work with MDRC teams on a range of organizational, administrative, and analytical tasks, including but not limited to:

• Assisting with program development and operations activities for MDRC research studies
• Supporting qualitative research design and, if possible, assisting with field research at local NYC research sites
• Processing qualitative data
• Conducting literature reviews
• Participating in various stages of producing reports, proposals, and other written deliverables
• Assisting with innovative ways to communicate our findings to practitioners and policymakers
• Providing general project and management support for project teams, such as taking and synthesizing meeting notes

In addition to these project responsibilities, candidates will participate in regular networking meetings with various MDRC staff to learn more about topic areas of interest and to understand the context of MDRC’s research and policy work. Interns will also have the chance to attend trainings and forums to develop specific skills and knowledge areas.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate student who will be in senior in the 2019-2020 academic year, with a major in public policy, sociology, communications, psychology, or another related field
• Demonstrated interest in education and social policy issues
• Basic understanding of research methods
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Comfort working in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
• Comfort with and interest in learning to use new software and technology
• Very strong writing and communication skills

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents by the application deadline of February 1, 2019, via our on-line application system:

• A resume
• A personal statement to two single-spaced pages) that discusses (1) your interest in education or social policy issues and research; (2) your immediate career interests and goals after graduating from college; (3) how this internship, coupled with your academic pursuits and prior experiences, will contribute to your professional growth; and (4) how your academic pursuits and prior experiences align with the expressed mission of the internship.
• A copy of your college transcript (submit as an attachment with your application)

Important Information:

The eight-week position is located in MDRC’s New York City office and is expected to begin in mid-June 2019 and last through mid-August 2019. Exact start and end dates are flexible.

Each intern will receive a stipend for the summer.

Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Candidates will be expected to secure their own housing.

The GMSP undergraduate internship is coordinated by MDRC’s Diversity Council and the Office of Outreach, Diversity, and Inclusion.

MDRC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. MDRC does not discriminate, and all qualified applications will receive consideration without regard to race; color; national origin; religion; creed; sex or gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression); sexual orientation; citizenship status; pregnancy; disability; age; military or veteran status; marital or partnership status; genetic information, genetic predisposition, or carrier status; prior unemployment status; consumer credit history; status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking; or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Legal work authorization is required.

Link: https://www.irp.wisc.edu/2019-dissertation-proposal-workshop-call-for-applications-due-2-1-2019/ 

All classes are small and offered late in the day or early evening, so students can hold full-time or part-time jobs.  We also offer over half of our students with research or teaching assistantships that help cover tuition and provide them with valuable skills.  We especially welcome under-represented minorities, women, and 1st generation college students.
Applications are due March 15 (although we will accept them up until June 1 if the class is not full).  Please feel free to have interested students contact me directly.

Randy Albelda

617-287-6963

Randy.Albelda@umb.edu