• Winter Weather Updates

    Remote Instruction Continues  – Thursday-Friday, Jan. 29-30

    Remote instruction will continue on Thursday and Friday for Hickory and Asheville locations.

    This decision reflects our ongoing priority to support the safety of our community as weather conditions evolve across the region. By making a decision about Friday now, we aim to provide clarity and allow everyone to plan accordingly.

    Important reminders:

    • Faculty: Continue to communicate directly with students regarding course expectations.

    • Staff: Remain in contact with your supervisors regarding work arrangements.

    We appreciate everyone’s flexibility and care for one another as we navigate these conditions together.

    We will continue to monitor the forecast and will communicate any additional updates as needed.

    Storm Updates

Economics Minor

Jobs in economics are expected to grow 14 percent in the next decade—much more than the average of all other occupations--and our program will prepare you for success.

Our Economics minor provides you an understanding of structures and processes including economic growth and productivity, unemployment and inflation, taxation and public expenditure, supply and demand, international trade and finance, labor-management cooperation and competition.

You will find a minor in Economics to be especially complementary to majors in marketing, mathematics, politics, international business, community health, management and more. It is also excellent preparation for pursuing an advanced degree.