Michael Cauvel

Michael Cauvel, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Southern Maine, affiliated with the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. He previously served as an Assistant Professor at Ithaca College and an Adjunct Instructor at American University. His research focuses on macroeconomics, income inequality, and political economy, with a particular emphasis on wage-led growth theories and structural economic dynamics.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Economics, American University (2018)
• M.A. in Economics, American University (2015)
• B.A. in Economics and Political Science, Siena College (2013)

Research Interests: Dr. Cauvel explores heterodox economic frameworks, post-Keynesian theories, distributional dynamics, unemployment policy, and the intersection of economics with social justice. His work critiques traditional neoclassical models and advocates for policies addressing systemic inequality.

Teaching: He teaches courses in macroeconomics, political economy, and monetary economics, emphasizing practical applications of economic principles to real-world issues.

Service and Awards:

• Recipient of the James Weaver Prize for Teaching Excellence (2018)
• Simon Naidel Award for Outstanding Work in Economic Theory (2017)
• Refereed articles for journals like Review of Radical Political Economics and Metroeconomica

Public Engagement: Dr. Cauvel contributes op-eds addressing economic policy and crises, including analyses of Maine’s economy during the pandemic and critiques of austerity policies.