THINK Summer Institute - ECONOMICS 100: Introduction to Economics

ECONOMICS 100: Introduction to Economics (3 credits) Description: Selected microeconomic and macroeconomic principles applied in a non-technical manner to improve understanding of everyday problems and social issues. Professor: Mark Pingle, Ph.D. Davidson THINK Summer Institute (THINK) is a three-week-residential program for exceptionally gifted students, ages 13 to 16. Located on the University of Nevada, Reno, THINK offers students the opportunity to take two college courses, taught by university faculty, for college credit. Each student takes one morning and one afternoon course (a total of six credits). Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and course placement is first-come, first-served, so we recommend applying early. Application process includes: online application, standardized test scores, resume, essay, teacher nomination form, $50 application fee. Need-based financial aid is available with the completion of an additional application.