Economics Games Series
Economics Department Game 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.
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!