Initiative for Public Choice and Market Process
Founded in the Fall of 2008 with a generous gift from the BB&T Charitable Foundation, the Initiative for Public Choice & Market Process is designed to examine and stimulate discussion of the following topics:
- The role of government institutions in a capitalistic society
- The relationship between government and the individual
- The relationship between political and economic freedom
- The moral structure of a free market economy
The success of the Initiative for Public Choice & Market Process depends on the support of foundations and private individuals who share its commitment to advancing the understanding and appreciation of the system of free minds and free markets. We are deeply grateful to all who support our venture.
News and Highlights
BB&T Speaker Series
George Mason professor, Dr. Peter Boettke will be giving a lecture at 3:00 p.m. on February 16 in the Wachovia Auditorium.
Adam Smith Week, March 22-26
John Stossel, former ABC co-host of "20/20", will be giving a lecture at 7:00 p.m. on March 24 in Physicians Auditorium as part of Adam Smith week.
BB&T Free Enterprise Award: "What Causes Prosperity?"
The deadline is coming up. February 15 is the last day to submit your essay. This is great opportunity to do research and possibly win some money. The first place prize is 1000 dollars!
Student Research Fellowship
The Initiative for Public Choice & Market Process has funding to support student-faculty research projects. Students may apply for up to $1,000 to serve either as a research stipend or travel money to attend a conference and present their research.
