Harborcreek Satellite: Inflation and Its Impact on Real Earnings
Inflation remains one of the most contentious economic issues facing U.S. households, businesses, and policymakers. Why is there so much ongoing discussion, and debate, regarding inflation? Dr. Kenneth Louie, director of the Economic Research Institute of Erie at Penn State Behrend, will explain some of the intricacies behind this issue: What is inflation and how is it measured? What has been our historical and recent experience with inflation? What causes inflation, and what are some of its important consequences? What economic policies are typically used to keep inflation under control? What is the likely trajectory for U.S. inflation in the near term?
JES Satellite Programming is sponsored by Erie Insurance.
Location: Harborcreek Twp Building - 5601 Buffalo Rd, Harborcreek 16421
Date/Time: Wednesday, June 3rd, 6:00-7:30PM
Admission: FREE
Dr. Ken Louie serves as Director of the Economic Research Institute of Erie (E.R.I.E.) and Associate Professor of Economics in the Black School of Business at Penn State Behrend. He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Economics from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a B.A. in Economics from Northwestern University. Dr. Louie’s research focuses on the impact of international trade and finance on domestic economies, labor market performance, local economic development, and the economic development of China. His academic career includes international appointments as a Fulbright Lecturer in the People’s Republic of China and as a Visiting Associate Professor at the Johns Hopkins University–Nanjing University Center for Chinese and American Studies. He has also served as a Visiting Scholar at Guangdong University of Foreign Studies. An award-winning educator, Dr. Louie has received multiple honors from Penn State Behrend, including the Council of Fellows Excellence in Teaching Award, the Graduate Student Association Excellence in Teaching Award, and the Guy W. Wilson Excellence in Advising Award. In addition to his academic work, he has consulting experience with GTE. Dr. Louie is deeply committed to fostering a collaborative learning environment grounded in shared responsibility between instructor and student. He emphasizes critical thinking, real-world application, and intellectual curiosity, encouraging students to actively engage with complex economic issues and develop a deeper understanding of the world around them.
