Economics Society
The Society
The Economics Society encourages interaction and the exchange of ideas between Economics students in the College. Our primary aim is to support the academic wellbeing of Economics students at St John’s through information evenings and social events. We also encourage Economics graduates to return to the College to speak about their experiences and act as a resource for the future careers of current students.
All Economists are automatically members of the society, and we currently have around 40 members ranging from undergraduate to masters study.
Events
Events usually held over the year:
Welcome Evening for Freshers
This evening is designed to welcome all the new Economists to college and to introduce them to their peers, and existing students. The usual format for the evening is friendly drinks followed by a meal.
Options Information Evening
This is a brilliant opportunity for students in lower years to find out more about the options available to them in the coming years. They learn first-hand about the attractions and drawbacks of the choices, allowing the most informed decisions to be made. The evening takes place in the Wordsworth Room with port and cheese.
Annual Dinner
The Annual Black Tie Dinner takes place at the beginning of Easter terms, bringing together all the Economics undergraduates, postgraduates and fellows of the College. It is a chance to reflect on the year so far, and to wish all students good luck in their coming exams.
Garden Party
To celebrate the end of the year, we host an annual garden party complete with croquet and Pimm’s. It is a popular event, attended by both students and Fellows.
The Committee
Committee 2023-24
President – Sarah Ouyang (so454@cam.ac.uk)
Junior Treasurer – John Chang (jyc40@cam.ac.uk)
Senior Treasurer - Petra Geraats (pmg32)