Mackenzie Jessica George Alston

Mackenzie Jessica George Alston is an Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois specializing in Finance and Economics. Her research explores intersections of labor economics, social policy, and behavioral economics with a focus on systemic inequities.

Research Interests: Alston investigates stereotype threat in educational settings, charitable giving patterns among high-capacity donors, and labor market discrimination. Her work often addresses racial disparities and social identity impacts on economic outcomes.

Key Article Trends: Recent publications examine pandemic impacts on students, racial stereotypes in academic performance, and affinity group dynamics in hiring practices. Her work combines experimental methods with large-scale survey data.