Contest winners

In an event presided over by the Dean of the FacultyThe excellent work of the participating students was recognized. The winners were:

• First prizePoster about Anna Schwartz, produced by Ana Mediavilla (Degree in Business Administration and Management in English, Vicálvaro).

• Second prizePoster about Christina Romer, By Inés Rivera (Degree in Accounting and Finance, Móstoles).

• Third awardPoster about Esther duflo, created by Marina Sendín (Degree in Marketing, Fuenlabrada).

The students have stood out for their investigative rigor, visual creativity, and ability to convey the transformative impact of these economists on the discipline.

The award ceremony, held recently, was attended by the university community and underscored the FCEE's commitment to academic excellence and gender equality.

Importance of the gender perspective in the economy

Activities like this competition are essential to counteract the historical underrepresentation of women in economics, a discipline where women's contributions have been systematically underestimated. Anna Schwartz, a pioneer in monetary theory; Christina Romer, a leading figure in macroeconomic policy; and Esther Duflo, Nobel laureate for her work in development economics, represent inspiring role models who demonstrate how a diversity of approaches enriches economic analysis and fosters more equitable solutions.

These initiatives not only train students to be critical thinkers and aware of equality issues, but also contribute to the full integration of women in the professional and academic spheres. By promoting female role models, URJC is moving towards a more inclusive economy, aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 5: Gender Equality) and university equity policies.

For more information about the competition and other initiatives, please visit the official website: Students - Rey Juan Carlos University.