معرفی
Natalia V. Smirnova is an Associate Professor In Residence in the Economics Department at the University of Connecticut, Stamford campus. She earned her Ph.D. in Economics from UConn in 2004 and has a career spanning government, academia, and non-profit sectors. Dr. Smirnova serves as the Early College Experience (ECE) Economics program coordinator and has been the Treasurer for the Eastern Economic Association (EEA) since 2015.
Education
- Ph.D. in Economics, University of Connecticut, 2004
Research Interests
Dr. Smirnova's research focuses on economic transition in Russia, program evaluation, and economics education. Her recent publications explore pedagogical approaches for diverse classrooms and the application of economics to everyday decisions, reflecting her commitment to innovative teaching.
Scientific Awards
- Wal-Mart Teaching Excellence Award (2007)
- Grillo Family Excellence in Teaching Award (2021)
- Career Competency Innovation Award (2024)
- Thomas E. Recchio Faculty Coordinator Award for Academic Leadership (2024)
- Stamford Faculty Recognition Award (2021)
- Stamford Faculty Recognition Award (2023)
- CLAS Broader Impacts, Service, and Visibility Award (2022)
- University Teaching Innovation Award (nomination) (2022)
Teaching and Service
Dr. Smirnova teaches courses including Macroeconomics, Public Economics, Money and Banking, and Econometrics II. She coordinates the ECE Economics program and serves as Treasurer for the EEA. Her teaching philosophy centers on real-world applications and data-driven explorations to engage students with varying backgrounds.
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