Dr. Atrayee Ghosh Roy

Dr. Atrayee Ghosh Roy is a Professor of Economics at Minnesota State University, Mankato. Prior to joining MSU, she was an Assistant Professor at Morningside University, Iowa. Also, early in her career she worked as an economist for one and half years in a telecommunication company. Since transitioning to academic career, she has leveraged her business experience as well as doctoral training to make significant contributions to research, teaching, and service. Her research concentrates on issues related to economic growth, public finance, international economics, gender, health, and education economics. Many of her articles have appeared in prominent journals including National Tax Journal, Journal of housing economics and Applied Economics. She received her Ph.D. in economics from University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

In the area of teaching, Dr. Ghosh Roy has distinguished herself as an energetic and enthusiastic instructor. Her teaching record shows evidence of substantial contributions to education. She has taught a wide range of courses at Minnesota State University as well as during her time at Morningside University. Dr. Ghosh Roy was invited to teach a course on globalization in Wright State University’s China Executive MBA Program at Beijing Capital University of Economics and Business during her sabbatical leave in the 2008-09 academic year.

If you recall, what influenced your decision to become a member of the International Atlantic Economic Society?

I have been a member of the International Atlantic Economic Society since May 2024. My decision to become a member was driven by my interest in building connections with the network of scholars associated with the International Atlantic Economic Society. I have not participated in any IAES conferences yet. However, I am looking forward to participating in one of the upcoming IAES conferences.

What types of projects/research are you currently working on and what inspired/motivated you to pursue these interests?

Currently, I am working on two research projects: 1) “Demographic Shifts and Labor Productivity: A Case Study of Singapore” and 2) “Female Labor Market Outcomes and Digitalization”. Additionally, I recently completed a co-authored paper titled “Skilled Immigration and Economic Activity: A Metropolitan-Level Analysis,” which is currently under review.

What advice would you give to someone who is considering entering your line of work/field of study?

Students pursuing an academic career in economics should be devoted to making contributions to education as well as to the profession. It is important to stay up-to-date in the field so you can contribute to both research and teaching.

Going forward, what other projects/research are you planning or hoping to pursue?

I would like to work on a project examining the economic impact of Universal Health Coverage (UHC), which was established as a global commitment a decade ago.

What’s your favorite hobby?

 My favorite hobbies are reading, gardening, and travelling.