College Seminars
The applications for the 2010 Summer Seminars are now online. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2010
Announcement: Friends, we regret to inform you that Freedom University II and Freedom University III have been cancelled for this summer. Our first Freedom University is still available, as are our other seminars.
Inspire. Educate. Connect.
Thomas Jefferson once warned, “If a nation expects to be ignorant and free…it expects what never was and never will be.” As citizens of the American Republic, we have a responsibility, then, to engage the intellectual principles that form the foundation of our national life, thereby assuring the security of our liberty. We extend a special invitation to students of freedom to join us this summer in the battle of ideas. Distinguished faculty and liberty-loving colleagues create a stimulating environment that is ultimately empowering. 2010 marks the 48th consecutive year of Foundation for Economic Education seminars, programs that are consistently regarded as enlightening and memorable experiences. Study with us for the first time, or come again!
To view schedules, click on the seminar title.
Freedom University
Freedom University I: May 31-June 5; Atlanta, GA
Freedom University offers an introductory, interdisciplinary, comprehensive overview of the workings of a free society. The Austrian approach to economic theory, including Mises and Hayek, will be emphasized. Topics range from the history of money and inflation to the current economic climate and healthcare.
Student Level: Introductory
Introduction to Austrian Economics
June 7-12; Atlanta, GA
This examination of the School of Austrian Economics is ideal for students with a firm grasp of economic fundamentals interested in building their knowledge of liberty-minded economic heavyweights. Scholars will discuss the founders of the Austrian school, including Ludwig von Mises, F.A. Hayek, and Israel Kirzner. Faculty will also explore the Austrian contributions to business cycle theory and inflation.
Student Level: Intermediate
History & Liberty
June 14-19, Atlanta, GA
This intellectual feast is centered on the battle between liberty and power throughout history. Topics include Ancient Rome, the American founding, the Civil War, as well as European and world history.
Student Level: Introductory to Intermediate
Applying Liberty
June 21-26; Atlanta, GA
This seminar boasts lectures on the hottest public policy issues from some of the most respected scholars in the liberty movement. Topics will include healthcare, environmentalism, school choice, and the bailouts. Our larges seminar of the summer will feature concurrent lectures, evening debates, and keynotes.
Student Level: Introductory to Intermediate
Advanced Austrian Economics
August 2-7; Irvington, NY
Designed for advanced students of economics, this competitive seminar delves into the fundamentals and implications of the economic approach pioneered by Menger, Bohm-Bawerk, Mises, Hayek, and Kirzner. The latest work by the newest generation of Austrian scholars will also be explored.
Student Level: Advanced
FEE offers different seminars for different students:
In recognition that students interested in freedom are not limited to Economic and Business majors, we offer different levels of seminars. For those new to the field of economics, we offer Freedom University I, II, and III. For those familiar with the fundamentals, we offer our Introduction to Austrian Economics, History & Liberty, and Applying Liberty. For those students who wish to delve into the details, Advanced Austrian Economics will be of special interest.
