ALEXA PRETTYMAN
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The study of how people make decisions under scarce resources
Understanding the Discipline
Careers in Economics

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More about me

Undergraduate Experiences 
I graduated from the University of Kentucky in 2015 with degrees in Mathematical Economics and Equine Science and Management. During my undergraduate career, I was the treasurer of the University of Kentucky Equestrian Team, a resident advisor, and an undergraduate research assistant for the University of Kentucky Center for Poverty Research and Center for Business and Economic Research.  ​

Graduate School Experiences  
I am a research assistant with the Georgia Policy Labs. In addition to researching and teaching, I mentor undergraduate econ students navigate life-after-college, and I serve on the Honors College Scholarship Committee. I also served as the President of the Economics Graduate Student Association from 2018 to 2020 and participate in various leadership workshops throughout the year. ​​​

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Non-academic Interests
Beyond being a lifelong learner, I am a competitive equestrian, fair-weather runner, decent chef (thanks to Blue Apron), and huge fan of Law and Order: SVU. I enjoy exploring new places, walking the Atlanta Beltline, watching Kentucky basketball (especially in March), attending festivals, doing puzzles, and spending time with friends and family.  
Jumpers on Bristol at the Kentucky Horse Park (2016)
Joshua Tree, California (2018)
APPAM in Denver, CO (2019)
Mountains in California (2018)
Hunters on Rasen in Ohio (2016)
Trampoline Park with the Family (2017)
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