The Foundation for Economic Education (FEE) hosts public events and student seminars across the U.S. Visit now to see when FEE will be coming to your area! https://fee.org/feed/?documentType=EventsIndex 2024-03-13T20:49:57-04:00 Foundation for Economic Education https://fee.org contact@fee.org FEE.org Feeds by DavidV https://fee.org/events/wealth-builders-virtual-summer-academy/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2023-06-07T11:44:21-04:00 2023-06-07T11:44:21-04:00 <p>The<strong><span> </span>Wealth Builders Virtual Summer Academy<span> </span></strong>brought to you by the<span> </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/" target="_blank"><span>Foundation for Economic Education</span></a><span> </span>(FEE) will enable you to learn practical money management skills in a fun and interactive way. Are you...</p> <ul> <li>Confused about money, saving, or investing?</li> <li>Asking about inflation and why it's considered a "big deal"?</li> <li>Wondering, "What's the hype with cryptocurrency? Is it<span> </span><em>really</em><span> </span>that awesome, or is TikTok lying to me?"</li> <li>Curious about taxes or debt?</li> <li>Eager to earn income and build wealth?</li> </ul> <p>...then<span> </span><strong>FEE's<span> </span><em>exclusive</em><span> </span>Summer Academy</strong><span> </span>is for YOU!</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Click <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/classroom/wealth-builders-virtual-summer-academy/" target="_blank">HERE</a> to learn more and register for these five <em>life-changing</em> sessions!</strong></p> <ol> <li>June 12 | "What You Need to Know About Money Before 20"</li> <li>June 19 | "Inflation 101"</li> <li>June 26 | "Cryptocurrency: Economy of the Future?"</li> <li>July 10 | "Taxes and Debt"</li> <li>July 17 | "Earning Income"</li> </ol> <p>All sessions are held at <span style="text-decoration: underline;">2pm ET on Zoom</span> and available at <span style="text-decoration: underline;">no cost</span> to you!</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Don't miss your chance to take control of your financial future! </strong><strong>Register BELOW or click <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/classroom/wealth-builders-virtual-summer-academy/" target="_blank">HERE</a> for more information!</strong></p> https://fee.org/events/nshss-webinar-series-part-3/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2023-06-02T12:11:44-04:00 2023-06-02T12:11:44-04:00 <p>The <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.nshss.org/" target="_blank">National Society of High School Scholars</a> and the <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/" target="_blank">Foundation for Economic Education</a> (FEE) are proud to bring you a webinar series featuring FEE's President Emeritus, <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/people/lawrence-w-reed/" target="_blank">Lawrence W. Reed</a>.</p> <p>Join us for <strong>Session 3</strong> (<em>the last session!</em>) on <strong>October 17, 2023</strong> at <strong>7:00 PM ET</strong> to learn about the indispensable connection between liberty and character. Without character, a free society is not possible. Without liberty, character cannot be exercised.</p> <p>All sessions are held on Zoom and <strong>no cost to you</strong>!</p> <p style="text-align: center;">Click <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.nshss.org/events/events-collection/liberty-and-character/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>HERE</strong></span></a> to learn more and register!</p> https://fee.org/events/nshss-webinar-series-part-2/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2023-06-02T12:04:00-04:00 2023-06-02T12:04:00-04:00 <p>The <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.nshss.org/" target="_blank">National Society of High School Scholars</a> and the <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/" target="_blank">Foundation for Economic Education</a> (FEE) are proud to bring you a webinar series featuring FEE's President Emeritus, <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/people/lawrence-w-reed/" target="_blank">Lawrence W. Reed</a>.</p> <p>Join us for <strong>Session 2</strong> on <strong>September 7, 2023</strong> at <strong>7:00 PM ET</strong> to learn the stories of three to six incredibly inspiring but lesser-known individuals whose courage and character teach volumes to people of all ages; based on Mr. Reed’s 2016 book, <a rel="noopener" href="https://store.fee.org/products/real-heroes" target="_blank"><em>Real Heroes: Inspiring True Stories of Courage, Character and Conviction</em></a>.</p> <p>All sessions are held on Zoom and <strong>no cost to you</strong>!</p> <p style="text-align: center;">Click <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.nshss.org/events/events-collection/the-difference-one-can-make-real-heroes/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>HERE</strong></span></a> to learn more and register!</p> https://fee.org/events/nshss-webinar-series-part-1/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2023-06-02T11:56:42-04:00 2023-06-02T11:56:42-04:00 <p>The <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.nshss.org/" target="_blank">National Society of High School Scholars</a> and the <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/" target="_blank">Foundation for Economic Education</a> (FEE) are proud to bring you a webinar series featuring FEE's President Emeritus, <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/people/lawrence-w-reed/" target="_blank">Lawrence W. Reed</a>.</p> <p>Join us for <strong>Session 1</strong> on <strong>July 27, 2023</strong> at <strong>7:00 PM ET</strong> to learn how the inspiring story of Thomas Clarkson and the British anti-slavery movement represented one of the finest hours in history for the cause of human liberty.</p> <p>All sessions are held on Zoom and <strong>no cost to you</strong>!</p> <p style="text-align: center;">Click <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.nshss.org/events/events-collection/a-students-essay-that-changed-the-world/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>HERE</strong></span></a> to learn more and register!</p> https://fee.org/events/life-under-socialism-vs-capitalism-pros-and-cons-one-mans-experience/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2023-05-23T14:50:46-04:00 2023-05-23T14:50:46-04:00 <p>Please join the Foundation for Economic Education's (FEE) president, Zilvinas Silenas, and John Chisholm for a special evening program exploring life under socialism and capitalism. </p> <p>FEE president Zilvinas “Z” Silenas will share his life experiences, as he was born in Lithuania in 1981 and lived under Soviet control, but has also spent much of his life living under capitalism, which gives him a unique perspective on living under both of them.</p> <p>The event will be free of charge but <span>a potluck, so please bring a dish to share. The evening's host, John Chisholm, will be providing light hors d'oeuvres, sparkling water, and wine.</span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Date</span>:</p> <ul> <li>Sunday, June 11, 2023</li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Time</span>:</p> <ul> <li>5:30 - 8:30 p.m.</li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Location</span>:</p> <ul> <li>Infinity Club Lounge<br />333 Main Street<br />San Francisco, CA 94105</li> </ul> <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;">Since 1946, FEE has been the standard-bearer for free-market education, and continues to lead the charge by engaging young people online and in their classrooms with the principles of capitalism, limited government, and entrepreneurship.</p> https://fee.org/events/fulton-county-schools-financial-literacy-night/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2023-04-25T11:24:28-04:00 2023-04-25T11:24:28-04:00 <p>Calling all students, parents, and community members in Fulton County, Georgia! You won't want to miss this upcoming <strong>"Financial Literacy Night"</strong> at <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Langston Hughes High School</span> on <span style="text-decoration: underline;">May 2nd</span> from <span style="text-decoration: underline;">5:00-8:00pm EST</span>!</p> <ul> <li>Elementary and Middle School STUDENTS: <strong>Discover</strong> summer camp opportunities</li> <li>High School STUDENTS: <strong>Explore</strong> college and career options and resources <ul> <li>College: FAFSA, scholarship opportunities, and college recruiters with late and rolling admissions</li> <li>Career: MARTA, military recruiters, and public service recruiters (police, fire, and EMS)</li> </ul> </li> <li>PARENTS: <strong>Build</strong> additional financial literacy skills like budgeting, credit repair, and wealth-building through real estate</li> <li>COMMUNITY: <strong>Learn</strong> from recruiters for jobs and wealthy-building opportunities, bankers to set-up bank accounts, and mortgage lenders for home ownership at the Exhibition Hall</li> </ul> <p>Featuring breakout sessions (including the <strong>FEE speakers</strong> listed below!), an Exhibition Hall, and a message by Keynote Speaker, Ariane Ellsberry.</p> <ul> <li><a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/people/tunji-adebayo/" target="_blank">Mr. Tunji Adebayo</a> | "Entrepreneurial FOREsight" breakout session</li> <li><a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/people/dr-antonio-saravia/" target="_blank">Dr. Antonio Saravia</a> | "What You Need to Know About Money Before 20" breakout session</li> </ul> <p>Registration is at <strong>NO COST</strong> to you, but registration is <strong>required</strong> to attend workshops and to be eligible for free giveaways, raffle items, and prizes.</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>BONUS!</strong> Those who attend one of our FEE speaker breakou... https://fee.org/events/malawi-no-one-on-earth-pencil/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2023-03-10T13:41:12-05:00 2023-03-10T13:41:12-05:00 <p>Students for Liberty at the University of Malawi are delighted to welcome Dr. James Stacy Taylor from the Foundation for Economic Education for a virtual presentation on why <strong>"No One on Earth Knows How to Make a Pencil."</strong></p> <p>Get ready to explore the limits of human knowledge! Beginning with a discussion of Leonard Read's classic essay, <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/resources/i-pencil/" target="_blank">"I, Pencil,"</a> we will investigate centralized versus decentralized approaches to solving complex problems.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Register below <strong>TODAY</strong>!</span></p> <p>After registering, you will receive a Zoom link to your email. If you don't receive your link within 24 hours, please email seminars@fee.org.</p> https://fee.org/events/csom-engineering-your-financial-future/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2023-03-08T17:19:11-05:00 2023-03-08T17:19:11-05:00 <p style="text-align: left;">The National Society of Black Engineers, the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, the American Indian Science and Engineering Society, the Society of Asian Scientists Engineers, and the Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics are <em>thrilled</em> to welcome <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/people/dr-antonio-saravia/" target="_blank">Dr. Antonio Saravia</a> from the Foundation for Economic Education (FEE) to the Colorado School of Mines on Friday, April 7th, for a discussion on <strong>"Engineering Your Financial Future."</strong></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Come ready to learn the fundamentals of...</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Evaluating your choices</li> <li>Tackling student loan debt</li> <li>Saving and investing</li> <li>Building generational wealth</li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Schedule of events:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>12:00-12:50 PM - "Engineering Your Financial Future" | <span>Brown Building, BBW250</span> <ul> <li>Bring your burning questions! We always leave room for Q&amp;A!</li> </ul> </li> <li>1:00-2:00 PM - Social gathering | Coolbaugh Multicultural House<br /> <ul> <li>Dr. Saravia will be available for more in-depth 1 on 1 conversation!</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p style="text-align: center;">This is a private event for Colorado School of Mines students ONLY!</p> https://fee.org/events/pfc/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2023-02-20T10:08:44-05:00 2023-02-20T10:08:44-05:00 <div> <div> <p><span style="font-weight: 400; color: #383838; font-size: 19px;">APRIL 17, 2023<br />REGISTER HERE!</span></p> </div> </div> <p><iframe src="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe67u6500anM-X65uUq0UwS1cnjXerZoN1pGX53OHOo9648tw/viewform?embedded=true" width="640" height="3900" frameborder="0" marginheight="0" marginwidth="0">Loading…</iframe></p> <p><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/JGC-KX6M3a0" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></p> <p><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/SIkB-kdBbPI" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></p> <h3 style="text-align: center;"><a rel="noopener" href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RMI5k9S8ASdu0K05HFbGOYLkFfT12Y58?usp=share_link" target="_blank" data-anchor="?usp=share_link"><img style="width: 600px; height: 149.54954954954954px;" src="https://fee.org/events/media/42635/pa-personal-finance-challenge-logo-banner-1.png?width=600&amp;height=149.54954954954954" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/3e33a39fce444a45a2ca69ad1f48751c" /></a><br /><strong>GOOGLE DRIVE RESOURCE FOLDER</strong></h3> <p><iframe src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m16!1m12!1m3!1d6076.096383730813!2d-79.920319599274!3d40.40778317228486!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!2m1!1sCommonwealth%20Charter%20Academy%20Family%20Service%20Center%20Waterfront!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1676922341953!5m2!1sen!2sus" width="600" height="450" style="border: 0;" allowfullscreen="" loading="lazy" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"></iframe></p> <p><a rel="noopener" href="http://personalfinancechallenge.org" target="_blank"><img style="width: 600px; height: 141.44144144144144px;" src="/media/42633/npfc-logo-c... https://fee.org/events/entrepreneurship-workshop-troy-university/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2023-02-02T16:34:04-05:00 2023-02-02T16:34:04-05:00 <p>Do our decisions matter? Are they powerful? Can they change the world?</p> <p>The answer is 100% <strong>YES</strong>!</p> <p>Individual decisions matter, and they often impact those around us. Entrepreneurial decisions <em>especially</em> play a pivotal role in driving our economy and society. But why? And how can <strong>YOU</strong> learn to become such a powerful, entrepreneurial decision maker?</p> <p>Join <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/" target="_blank">Foundation for Economic Education</a> speaker, <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/people/tim-behling/" target="_blank">Tim Behling</a>, on <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Wednesday, March 22 from 12:00 - 1:00 PM CT</span> to discover the answers.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Register below TODAY!*</strong></span></p> <p>*After registering, you will receive a Zoom link to the email you signed up with.</p> https://fee.org/events/unintended-consequences-utk-libertarians/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2023-01-09T16:35:06-05:00 2023-01-09T16:35:06-05:00 <p>If the Delhi government wanted to reduce the cobra population, then passing legislation to pay citizens for dead cobras should do the trick, right? Would you believe it if we told you this actually increased the cobra population? But... how?</p> <p>Join the <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/" target="_blank">Foundation for Economic Education</a> on <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Monday, February 6th from 6:00 - 7:00 PM ET</span> to hear <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/people/antony-davies/" target="_blank">Dr. Antony Davies</a> explain how this intervention and others often create "unintended consequences."</p> <p>If you're a student of UTK interested in learning more about economics, free markets, the effects of government interventions, or how to think critically, then this seminar is for YOU!</p> <p>Bring your burning questions, we always reserve time for Q&amp;A.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Register TODAY to receive your zoom link.</strong></p> https://fee.org/events/faith-finances-flourishing/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2022-10-18T13:59:42-04:00 2022-10-18T13:59:42-04:00 <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When you think about “economics” or “finance”, what comes to mind? Numbers floating across the screen? Fancy charts? Checkbooks? Guys in suits shaking hands and talking about dollars?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">What if buying a chicken sandwich, trading video game items, and your unique talents were economics? What if faith and service were important components of your financial decisions?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You’re warmly invited to explore this connection at our upcoming in-person program, “</span>Faith, Finances, &amp; Flourishing<span style="font-weight: 400;">”.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hear real-world experiences from faith-based speakers, and gain skills and insights to push you ahead, understand yourself, and recognize the importance of faith in your daily life.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Event Details</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Date &amp; time: Saturday, November 12, 2022 (8 a.m. - 3 p.m. PT)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Location: Cucamonga Christian Fellowship 11376 5th St, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dress code: Business Casual (church attire)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Open to all, designed for middle school through early college students </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Partners: </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.madetoflourish.org/about" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Made to Flourish</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> &amp; </span><a rel="noopener" href="http://fee.org/classroom" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight:... https://fee.org/events/entrepreneurship-troy-university/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2022-10-11T14:36:12-04:00 2022-10-11T14:36:12-04:00 <p>Calling all students at Troy University!..</p> <p>Are you dreaming to create a life that is authentically yours?</p> <p>Join the Foundation for Economic Education on November 16 at 12:00 PM CT for a virtual workshop on how to "<strong>Unleash Your Inner Entrepreneur</strong>" with speaker <strong><a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/people/tim-behling/" target="_blank">Tim Behling</a></strong>.</p> <p>This isn't just for the entrepreneurship majors! This is for ANYONE who wants to learn practical tools and techniques for becoming the predominant creative force in their own life.</p> <p>Register TODAY at <strong>NO COST</strong> to you!</p> <p>To receive your zoom link to the webinar, please fill out the form below.</p> https://fee.org/events/teachers-pennsylvania/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2022-10-07T14:30:55-04:00 2022-10-07T14:30:55-04:00 <p>This professional development opportunity is available exclusively to <strong>30 Pennsylvania high school Economics or Personal Finance teachers.</strong></p> <p>Date: June 22, 2023</p> <p style="padding-left: 40px;"><strong>June 21, 2023:</strong> Evening reception and dinner in downtown Pittsburgh, location TBD.<br /><strong>June 21, 2023:</strong> Complimentary hotel stay in downtown Pittsburgh, if requested. If no hotel is needed, teachers will receive an additional $50 Amazon gift card.<br /><strong>June 22, 2023 8am-4pm:</strong> Full day of professional development for Economics and Personal Finance teachers at <strong>PNC Park</strong>. <em>Breakfast and lunch included.</em></p> <p>Join us for an incredible in-person economics and Personal Finance professional development workshop. We will demonstrate engaging pedagogy that will get your students actively learning and enjoying Economics and Personal Finance. Even expect a little bit of AI integrated in! This will be a hands-on workshop!</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Every teacher who completes this professional development will receive a $150 Amazon gift card.</strong></p> <div> <div>This opportunity will be <strong>limited to the FIRST 30</strong> <strong>teachers</strong> who meet the following requirements:</div> <div> <ul> <li>You must complete <strong>5 on-demand professional development modules</strong> on the FEE Learning Center prior to June 22, 2023.</li> <li>Complete the registration form and submit your <strong>$49 deposit that will be refunded</strong> once you attend the workshop. <em>(We do this when registration is capped so we don't end up with empty seats that could've been utilized by other teachers.)</em></li> </ul> </div> </div> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">REGISTER HERE!</span></p> https://fee.org/events/solid-ground/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2022-09-12T15:17:50-04:00 2022-09-12T15:17:50-04:00 <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Are you looking to find your way in life, but don’t know where to start? Uncertainty can be paralyzing, but there’s good news: it all starts with your perspective. Even better news: there are time-tested, perspective-shifting principles you can adopt </span>TODAY<span style="font-weight: 400;"> to push you forward.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Join award-winning entrepreneur </span><a href="https://fee.org/people/tom-lewis"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tom Lewis</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and Director of Entrepreneurial Education &amp; Minimalists Podcast co-host </span><a href="https://fee.org/people/tk-coleman/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">T.K. Coleman</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> for a special live webinar to learn the true building blocks of happiness and success in your career and life. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Outlined in his book </span><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Solid Ground</span></em><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Tom will share his personal journey and extract key principles that helped him succeed in creating a thriving real estate investment business and philanthropic foundation. Specifically, Tom will address how to reach your potential, the magic of goal-setting, and the benefits of self-awareness. Shortly after, T.K. will moderate a Q&amp;A with questions from the audience. </span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>BOOK + GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY</strong></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Three lucky attendees will win a signed copy of </span><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Solid Ground</span></em><span style="font-weight: 400;"> alongside a $50 Amazon Gift card upon attending the webinar for at least 30 minutes live. Winners will be randomly selected and emailed after the event. </span></p> <p>Event Details<span style="font-weight: 400;">:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span s... https://fee.org/events/gsu-dunwoody-webinars/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2022-09-08T15:52:45-04:00 2022-09-08T15:52:45-04:00 <p>Are you a student at Georgia State University (Perimeter Colleges included) who's interested in economics, personal finance, or practical self-improvement?</p> <p>If so, you won't want to miss these upcoming webinars!</p> <p>On October 28, the Foundation for Economic Education (FEE) is offering <strong>3 back-to-back programs</strong> (with a break for lunch) <strong>on the topics that matter to you!</strong></p> <p dir="auto">Schedule:</p> <ul> <li>10 AM | <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/people/dr-antonio-saravia/" target="_blank">Dr. Antonio Saravia</a> | "Finances, Loans, &amp; Inflation, oh my!" <ul> <li>This workshop addresses all things personal finance, student loans, and inflation. The ideas presented here are practical and relevant for all students (not just the finance majors!)</li> </ul> </li> <li>11 AM | <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/people/christian-watson/" target="_blank">Christian Watson</a> | "How to Transform Adversity into Abundance" <ul> <li>This workshop provides key insights from entrepreneurs on how to create opportunities out of obstacles.</li> </ul> </li> <li>1 PM | <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/people/christian-watson/" target="_blank">Christian Watson</a> | "Networking Reimagined" <ul> <li>Every problem is a people problem. Every goal is a relationship goal. This workshop will move you past conventional clichés about networking and will show you how to build meaningful relationships that are a win-win for all involved. Plus, learn best practices for resolving common challenges and conflicts, even those that stem from our differences.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p>All webinars are at <strong>NO COST</strong> to you, although <strong>registration is required</strong>. Want to sign up? Fill out the form below to receive your zoom link(s)!</p> https://fee.org/events/aiu-2022-symposium/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2022-09-07T16:40:46-04:00 2022-09-07T16:40:46-04:00 <p>FEE staff will be appearing at Allegheny Intermediate Unit's 2022 Social Studies Symposium!</p> <p>The symposium is <span>a full-day, conference-style teacher professional development event that is held every other year at AIU's central office. It</span><span> consists of vendor showcases and a variety of short, break-out learning sessions held on topics related to K-12 Social Studies education. </span></p> <p>If you are an educator in the surrounding Pittsburgh area, we'd love to see you there and connect!</p> <p>For more information and to register, please <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.aiu3.net/Page/1069" target="_blank">click here</a>.</p> https://fee.org/events/colorado-christian-university-2022-symposium/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2022-08-24T15:10:54-04:00 2022-08-24T15:10:54-04:00 <p>Join FEE's President Emeritus, <a rel="noopener" href="https://fee.org/people/lawrence-w-reed/" target="_blank">Lawrence W. Reed</a>, and others at Colorado Christian University's 2022 Symposium!</p> <p>Was Jesus a socialist? Is Capitalism oppressive? Does Socialism lead to poverty and corruption?</p> <p>Among the cultural divides widening in America, the dispute over Socialism and Capitalism is one that affects the pocketbook of everyone. Many are confused about what policies and economic systems will raise people from poverty and actually lead to human flourishing around the world.</p> <p>Colorado Christian University is committed to seeking truth and will devote this year’s Symposium on September 26-27, 2022, to the topic <span style="text-decoration: underline;">“Socialism and Capitalism: A Closer Look.”</span></p> <p><img style="width: 552px; height: 197px; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://fee.org/events/media/42051/web-event_symposium_756x270-web-banner-final.jpg?width=552&amp;height=197&amp;mode=max" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/a31532cebb1d4eeb8da6e34fa9ee4690" /></p> <p>Dr. Reed will be speaking on both days. Register TODAY for this<span> </span>conference at <strong>NO COST</strong> to you!</p> <p style="text-align: left;">To access symposium details and the registration link, please <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.ccu.edu/events/symposium/" target="_blank">click here</a>.</p> https://fee.org/events/entrepreneur-saratoga/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2022-07-19T13:32:23-04:00 2022-07-19T13:32:23-04:00 <p>Join Bloom Debate Club for an in-person day camp on how<span> </span><strong>sound economics</strong>,<span> </span><strong>ethical entrepreneurship</strong>, and<span> </span><strong>strong character</strong><span> </span>empower students to succeed in the real world.</p> <p>This content is valuable to students between the ages of 14-26 and will cover the following learning objectives: Wealth Creation, Entrepreneurship, Division of Labor, and Role of Entrepreneurs in a Society.</p> <p>Participants will receive a certificate of completion. This program is available <em><strong>at no cost to you</strong></em>, though registration is required. Please only sign up if you can attend both days. </p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><a href="https://www.eliaching.com/event-details/think-like-an-entrepreneur-seminar">Register now!</a></strong></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Address</strong>:</span></p> <p>Saratoga Public Library Community Room<br />13650 Saratoga Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070, USA</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Dates</strong>:</span></p> <p>August 19-20, 2022</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Agenda</strong>:</span></p> <h3><strong>Day 1: Aug 19, 10:15 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT</strong></h3> <p><strong>Session 1: Markets</strong></p> <p><em>Speaker</em>:<span> </span><a rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" href="https://fee.org/people/james-r-harrigan/" target="_blank">James Harrigan</a></p> <p><em>Description</em>: What constitutes a market? Should there really be a market for everything? In this session, students will discuss market-based solutions as an alternative to regulation in solving societal problems.</p> <p><strong>Session 2: Killing Uber: Taxis, the Sharing Economy, and Regulatory Capture</strong></p> <p><em>Speaker</em>:  <a rel="noopener noreferrer noope... https://fee.org/events/academy-economics-sports/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2022-06-28T17:37:25-04:00 2022-06-28T17:37:25-04:00 <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The past few years have been tough, but there is hope on the horizon. Here’s some good news: there’s an arsenal of inspirational and informative messengers standing at the ready to equip you with the tools needed to rebuild your life. We’ve gathered these messengers together, identified 10 lessons crucial for your success, and are ready to share them with you.</span></p> <p>Economics Webinar 5: Why Economics Is Cool — Using Sports! (August 3, 2022 | 2–3 p.m. ET)</p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In this session, we will use sports as a vehicle to explain basic economic concepts (value, supply &amp; demand) and extract more technical lessons as well (like optimization and behavioral economics). </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Speaker</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">: </span><a href="https://fee.org/people/kurt-w-rotthoff/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Kurt Rotthoff</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pre-webinar assignment (optional)</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Read </span><a href="https://fee.org/articles/athletes-salaries-too-high-sports-fans-blame-yourselves/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">this article</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and answer the following questions: How is the economic value of athletes influenced by fans? Who is the ultimate boss in the market of sports? </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">These webinars are available at no cost to you, though registration is required. For information on certificate options, our iPad giveaway, and other sessions in FEE Academy: The Economics of Empowerment, <strong><a href="https://fee.org/classroom/fee-academy-eoe">click here</a></strong>.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">To register for this webinar, or any others, complete the form below!</span></p> https://fee.org/events/academy-economics-pencil/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2022-06-28T17:32:44-04:00 2022-06-28T17:32:44-04:00 <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The past few years have been tough, but there is hope on the horizon. Here’s some good news: there’s an arsenal of inspirational and informative messengers standing at the ready to equip you with the tools needed to rebuild your life. We’ve gathered these messengers together, identified 10 lessons crucial for your success, and are ready to share them with you.</span></p> <p>Economics Webinar 4: No One on Earth Knows How to Make a Pencil (July 27, 2022 | 2–3 p.m. ET)</p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A pencil is a simple tool composed of only five materials, yet no one knows how to make one. Many people know how to make pieces, and many others know how to put those pieces together. This session explores the basis for modern economies — specialization and exchange — by considering the case of the simple pencil.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Speaker</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">: </span><a href="https://fee.org/people/james-r-harrigan/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">James Harrigan</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pre-webinar assignment (optional)</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Read </span><a href="https://fee.org/articles/does-the-division-of-labor-make-us-stupid/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">this article</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and answer the following questions: What does the division of labor accomplish? How does specialization increase productivity and improve people’s lives?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">These webinars are available at no cost to you, though registration is required. For information on certificate options, our iPad giveaway, and other sessions in FEE Academy: The Economics of Empowerment, <strong><a href="https://fee.org/classroom/fee-academy-eoe">click here</a></strong>.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">To register for this webinar, or any others, complete the form below!</span></p> https://fee.org/events/academy-economics-inflation/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2022-06-28T17:25:40-04:00 2022-06-28T17:25:40-04:00 <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The past few years have been tough, but there is hope on the horizon. Here’s some good news: there’s an arsenal of inspirational and informative messengers standing at the ready to equip you with the tools needed to rebuild your life. We’ve gathered these messengers together, identified 10 lessons crucial for your success, and are ready to share them with you.</span></p> <p>Economics Webinar 3: Inflation 101 (July 20, 2022 | 2–3 p.m. ET)</p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Inflation, some say, is the “poor’s tax” since it directly punishes the savings of those who have the least. It is also a “fair tax” because it hits everyone equally, but what is inflation really? In this session, we will explore how it originates, its uses as an instrument of monetary policy, how it affects us, and how it can be dealt with.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Speaker</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">: </span><a href="https://fee.org/people/dr-antonio-saravia/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Antonio Saravia</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pre-webinar assignment (optional)</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Read these two articles (</span><a href="https://fee.org/articles/inflation-in-one-page/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">one</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and </span><a href="https://fee.org/articles/how-inflation-drinks-your-milkshake/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">two</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">) and answer the following questions: What causes inflation? What's one solution for helping balance return? Does inflation happen evenly? If a whole society’s money supply increased, would the society be better off?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">These webinars are available at no cost to you, though registration is required. For information on certificate options, our iPad giveaway, and other sessions in FEE Academy: The Economics of Empowerment, <strong>... https://fee.org/events/academy-economics-systems/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2022-06-28T17:06:45-04:00 2022-06-28T17:06:45-04:00 <p>The past few years have been tough, but there is hope on the horizon. Here’s some good news: there’s an arsenal of inspirational and informative messengers standing at the ready to equip you with the tools needed to rebuild your life. We’ve gathered these messengers together, identified 10 lessons crucial for your success, and are ready to share them with you.</p> <p><strong>Economics Webinar 2: Comparative Economic Systems</strong> <strong>(July 13, 2022 | 2–3 p.m. ET)</strong></p> <p>This session examines the differences among central planning and market systems, explores why all societies employ combinations of both, and which combinations tend to yield the best outcomes.</p> <p>Speaker: <a href="https://fee.org/people/dr-antonio-saravia/">Antonio Saravia</a></p> <p>Pre-webinar assignment (optional): Read <a href="https://fee.org/articles/free-trade-makes-people-nicer/">this article</a> and answer the following questions: What is a market system? What characteristic separates a market system from a central planning system?</p> <p>These webinars are available at no cost to you, though registration is required. For information on certificate options<span style="font-weight: 400;">, our iPad giveaway,</span> and other sessions in FEE Academy: The Economics of Empowerment, <strong><a href="https://fee.org/classroom/fee-academy-eoe">click here</a></strong>.</p> <p>To register for this webinar, or any others, complete the form below!</p> https://fee.org/events/academy-economics-cobra/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2022-06-28T17:01:31-04:00 2022-06-28T17:01:31-04:00 <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The past few years have been tough, but there is hope on the horizon. Here’s some good news: there’s an arsenal of inspirational and informative messengers standing at the ready to equip you with the tools needed to rebuild your life. We’ve gathered these messengers together, identified 10 lessons crucial for your success, and are ready to share them with you.</span></p> <p>Economics Webinar 1: What’s Deadlier Than a Cobra? (July 6, 2022 | 2–3 p.m. ET)</p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This session explores the limits of central planning through experiments in which students attempt to allocate society's resources in order to make people better off. Students will learn real-world examples that demonstrate how the knowledge problem creates unintended consequences.  </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Speaker</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">: </span><a href="https://fee.org/people/james-r-harrigan/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">James Harrigan</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pre-webinar assignment (optional)</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Read </span><a href="https://fee.org/articles/the-cobra-effect-lessons-in-unintended-consequences/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">this article</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and answer the following questions: Why do incentives matter? Can you think of any other cases in your daily life where you have experienced unintended consequences?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">These webinars are available at no cost to you, though registration is required. For information on certificate options, our iPad giveaway, and other sessions in FEE Academy: The Economics of Empowerment, <strong><a href="https://fee.org/classroom/fee-academy-eoe">click here</a></strong>.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">To register for this webinar, or any others, complete the form below</span></p> https://fee.org/events/academy-empowerment-dreams/

<p>Each of us plays a unique role in the creation of a free, fair, and prosperous society.</p> <p>FEE's popular digital content and in-person programs turn complex ideas into practical tools for living your best life and making the world a better place.</p>

2022-06-28T16:53:09-04:00 2022-06-28T16:53:09-04:00 <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The past few years have been tough, but there is hope on the horizon. Here’s some good news: there’s an arsenal of inspirational and informative messengers standing at the ready to equip you with the tools needed to rebuild your life. We’ve gathered these messengers together, identified 10 lessons crucial for your success, and are ready to share them with you.</span></p> <p>Self-Empowerment Webinar 5: Work on Your Dreams as If You Were Awake (August 4, 2022 | 2–3 p.m. ET)</p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s fun to dream big, but what happens when we actually want to achieve big? Taking those first steps can be daunting, but T.K. Coleman is here to show you how to attain and implement your wildest dreams through actionable steps.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Speaker</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">: </span><a href="https://fee.org/people/tk-coleman/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">T.K. Coleman</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pre-webinar assignment (optional)</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Watch </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_Y7GQguKQ4&amp;list=PLYP5-jAIJCeddPs8et-eIPz2huVDG2ag3&amp;index=6"><span style="font-weight: 400;">this video</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and answer the following questions: How do you engage your creative abilities? Putting creative energy into practice might sound overwhelming sometimes; what are 3 ways you can start creating right now?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">These webinars are available at no cost to you, though registration is required. For information on certificate options, our iPad giveaway, and other sessions in FEE Academy: The Economics of Empowerment, <strong><a href="https://fee.org/classroom/fee-academy-eoe">click here</a></strong>.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">To register for this webinar, or any others, complete the fo...