Economics Games Series
Join us for an afternoon of strategy, trade, and fun as we explore some of the most engaging board games around. Whether you're a seasoned strategist or a complete beginner, there's a spot for you at the table.
Date: April 13
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Faculty Dining Room, 2nd Floor, NB
Date: May 13
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Room 520-18, Haaren Hall
Hosted by: Professors Lygia Sabbag Fares and Owen Steinberger
Featured Games
Catan
Build settlements, roads, and cities while trading resources. Strategy and negotiation are key.
7 Wonders
Draft cards to develop your civilization and build wonders, scoring points through science, military, and commerce.
Concordia
Expand your trade empire across the Roman world by managing resources and planning efficient actions.
Modern Art
A high-stakes auction game—buy and sell paintings and place strategic bids.
Stone Age
Collect resources, develop your village, and grow your civilization from the ground up.
How to Prepare
If you're new to these games, we recommend reviewing a quick tutorial beforehand:
Join the Fun
Feel free to organize groups with classmates or colleagues so you can learn and play together. If you don’t have a group, no problem—there will be plenty of students and faculty, and we’ll make sure everyone gets into a game.
Watch a few videos, learn the basics, and come ready to play!