Ellen Clardy, PhD Profile and Contact Information
- Associate Professor of Economics
- Director, Graduate Programs, DCOB
- Content Expert, Economics
Education
- PhD in Economics, Rice University
- MA in Economics, Rice University
- BA in Economics, Trinity University
- Series 7 Registered Representative Series 65 Registered Investment Advisor, 1999-2002
Course Taught
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomics
- Global Economy
- Global Economy/Institutions
Teaching Focus
Dr. Clardy’s overall goal for students is to be able to use the logic and structure of economics combined with their new understanding of the terms to better analyze issues that affect them. Students will then have a framework they can use to better understand the information given in the news, and can draw their own conclusions. Dr. Clardy believes the point is to get the students thinking and talking, to help them see the relevance of the economics classes they are taking.
Publications
Clardy, E. and E. Liang Economic Perspectives on Entrepreneurship: Biblical Interpretations and Applications. Christian Business Review Journal, Issue 12, Fall 2023
Clardy, E. “Redeeming Antitrust to Restore Competitive Markets” Southern Journal of Business and Ethics Special Issue, 2017. ~ Best Paper Award
Clardy, E. and K. Morton-King “Homo Economicus, Rational and Spiritual: Motivations of the Economic Man,” Journal of Organizational Culture, Communications and Conflict 19: Special Issue (2015): 50-57.
Clardy, E. “Teacher and Student as Principal and Agent,” Journal of Economics and Economic Education Research, 16: Special Issue (2015): 31-39.
For video formatted information and presentations, visit: Econ Gallery, Medium, and YouTube
Additional Information
After earning her doctorate, Dr. Clardy worked in energy consulting for nearly 10 years, including at Econ One in Los Angeles and Skipping Stone in Houston. Next, she was called to full-time motherhood for 5 years, and then teaching at HCU — which is easily the next best calling. Dr. Clardy has taught economics for the Archie W. Dunham College of Business since 2010. She has presented articles at SHSU General Business Conference and Christian Scholars Conference, published in several journals, and maintains a weekly blog to share economic truths from the literature to challenge many of the economic misunderstandings prevalent today. In her spare time, she loves reading books on economics, psychology, and theology, and being an active member of Bridge Point Bible Church in Houston.