Sucharita Ghosh

Sucharita Ghosh is a Professor of Economics and current Chair of the Department of Economics at the University of Akron's College of Business. With over 25 years of teaching experience, she specializes in macroeconomics, international trade, and international monetary economics. Her research focuses on international trade, immigration, human capital, and economic growth, with publications in top journals like Journal of International Economics and The World Economy.

• PhD, The University of Kansas
• MA, The University of Kansas
• BA, University of Bombay

Her research spans international trade dynamics, migration impacts on economies, human capital formation, and empirical policy analysis. Recent studies examine the economic effects of refugee immigration, trade intermediation, and the relationship between trade policy and foreign direct investment. Her work frequently employs econometric modeling and panel data analysis.

Key publication trends include empirical analyses of trade programs (e.g., Paycheck Protection Program), cross-border human capital flows, and globalization's impact on inequality. She has contributed to journals such as Review of International Economics, Regional Studies, and Research Policy.

• 2022-2024 Faculty Exemplary Service Award
• 2019 Dean’s Excellence in Research Award
• 2018 & 2006 Fulbright Research Scholar awards
• 2007 Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences Teaching Award
• 2005 Chair’s Award for Outstanding Research
• 1991 University of Kansas Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching

She has served on numerous university and college committees, including retention and promotion panels, graduate studies leadership (2007-2017), and the Senior Vice Provost search committee. Her professional service includes editorial work at the Atlantic Economic Journal and peer review roles for over 25 journals.