In 1892, the regents appointed Fred M. Taylor assistant professor of political economy, making him the second professor in the department (Henry Carter Adams being the first). In 1921, Taylor was appointment as successor to Adams (who had retired) as department chair. Taylor served as chair from 1921-1924. Taylor’s textbook Principles of Economics would have nine editions between 1911 and 1925. He retired in 1929.The Fred M. Taylor Fellowship in Economic Theory is a highly competitive award program that covers tuition for three terms, GradCare health insurance, and a stipend. For the purpose of this award, "Economic Theory" is to be interpreted broadly. There is one recipient of this departmental award every other year.
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No awardee for Fall 2023 - Winter 2024
