Deniz Gevrek

Dr. Deniz Gevrek is a Tenured Full Professor of Economics at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC), affiliated with the College of Business. She also serves as an Economist at the TAMU-CC South Texas Economic Development Center (STEDC) and a Research Fellow at the International Labor Institute IZA (Germany). She holds a Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of Texas at Austin and a B.A. from Bogazici University, Turkey (ranked 121st nationally).

Her research focuses on Applied Econometrics, Labor Economics, and Development Economics, emphasizing labor supply, migration, education, and gender equality. She has published in top journals like Labour Economics, Applied Economics Letters, and International Migration, often addressing global challenges such as the impact of CEDAW on women’s health and educational disparities. Over 15 co-authors have collaborated with her across disciplines.

Dr. Gevrek is a dedicated educator, recognized with awards including the TAMU System Chancellor’s Teaching Award and the College of Business Excellence in Teaching Award. Her work prioritizes student engagement, spanning undergraduate and MBA programs in Microeconomics, Public Finance, and Managerial Economics.

Awards & Recognition:

• Research Enhancement Award (2016–2024)
• Researcher of the Year (2017)
• Faculty Service Excellence Award (2023)

Professional Service: National Vice President of Omicron Delta Epsilon (Economics Honor Society), Visiting Researcher at UT Austin and Deakin University (Australia).

Research Themes:

• Gender equality in labor markets and education
• Immigrant integration and childhood outcomes
• Global policy impacts on women’s health
• Employee satisfaction and workplace incentives