Welcome to the Center for the Economic Study of Religion!
The Center for the Economics Study of Religion exists to advance our understanding of the links across religion, economy, and society. Through its many activities and network of local and international scholars, CESR promotes research, trains students, organizes conferences, and disseminates findings among journalists, policy-makers, and the general public.
CESR's Current Activities
- Conferences, seminars, and other special events
- Research and publications
- A new working paper series [coming soon]
- Special courses and teaching programs
- Maintenance of the economics of religion website
- Partnership with ASREC, the Association for the Study of Religion, Economics, and Culture
- Organizing sessions at major academic conferences, including the AEA, ACE, SEA, WEA, and Public Choice Society
- Work with graduate students
- Support for visiting scholars and post doctoral researchers
- Building an international network of scholars, students, foundations, and research centers
- Dissemination of findings
- And more!
Get Involved!
Nearly all CESR-sponsored lectures, workshops, and conferences are open to any interested scholar or student. If you would like to receive notice of upcoming events, just contact us by email.