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Founded in 1919, we are the oldest interdisciplinary social-science association in the United States, bringing together professionals and students in the spirit of collaboration. Join us! Present your work!

Video of SSSA Las Vegas 2025 Presidential Plenary Keynote Address, Dr. Steve Fish

Revisit Memories from the Las Vegas 2025 Annual Meeting

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A Special Tribute to former SSSA President
Joe Stewart

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In Memoriam: Gibson Nene

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Dr. Gibson Nene, the president of the Southwestern Economics Association. Dr. Nene was Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Minnesota – ...
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Update: Special Meeting Cancelled; Nominations Still Sought for Secretary, Site Director

The SSSA has received advice from legal counsel that we cannot proceed with the planned special meeting to address the bylaws amendments now under consideration. We can proceed with voting on them at the 2026 ...
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