Economics Department Seminar: Balázs Zélity (Wesleyan University)
2025-10-16 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | JC 118
Date: October 16, 2025, 12 – 1:30 pm

Room: JC118

Speaker: Balázs Zélity (Wesleyan University)

Title: Demographics and International Capital Flows: An Empirical Assessment

Abstract: This paper empirically investigates whether shifts in demographic structure have an impact on cross-border capital flows. Country-level panel data with global coverage is utilised in fixed effects regressions. Demographic variables are instrumented by their predicted values, which are calculated using a shift-share methodology. Local projections estimates complement the results with a dynamic perspective. The main finding is that there is a persistent positive relationship between a country’s mean age and its current and financial account balance — suggesting that population ageing increases net capital outflows. The mechanisms for this result are investigated by decomposing the current and financial accounts into their components as well as exploring what dimension of a country’s population age structure matter the most.

Contact: Kensuke Suzuki, Assistant Professor of Economics, KSuzuki@clarku.edu

First Year Success Advisor (FYSA) Office Hours
2025-10-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Asher Suite, UC
Have a question related to the first year and sophomore year experience (academics, time management, life skills, etc.)? Pop into FYSA Office Hours in the Asher Suite (Third Floor of the Higgins University Center) to chat with any of the First Year Success Advisors!

Club Purchasing Drop-In Hours
2025-10-16 14:30 - 15:30 | Asher Suite, UC
Stop by the Asher Suite (UC 3rd floor) to chat with Stacie, the Student Engagement Office & Budget Manager, about club purchasing/financial questions.

Strassler Center Colloquium with Atina Grossmann
2025-10-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Kent Seminar Room, Strassler Center
NOTE: This event has been postponed to December 4.

The Strassler Center presents Atina Grossmann, professor of history in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at the Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art (New York). She will discuss her book project, “Between ‘Orient’ and European Catastrophe: Jewish Refugees in Iran.”

Strassler Center doctoral student Gabrielle Higgins will offer a comment.

This even is open to members of the Clark community. If you wish to attend, please contact Alissa Duke, who will share Professor Grossmann’s paper.

Light refreshments will be provided. Open to the Clark community.

1GEN Affinity Space
2025-10-16 17:00 - 18:00 | McCann Resource Room (1st Floor Dana Commons)
1GEN is an affinity space where first-generation college students can share space, stories & experiences as firsts in their families.

History on Trial: Nature Conservation and Land in Namibia
2025-10-16 18:00 - 19:15 | Zoom
Bernard C. Moore, a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Basel (Switzerland), will join Professor Nana Kesse’s African Environmental History class to discuss the pressing global climate change crisis in southern Africa and its impact on Namibia’s land and biodiversity. This promises to be an engaging and enlightening discussion that will deepen our understanding of environmentalism in Africa.

At the University of Basel’s Centre for African Studies, Dr. Moore researches the past and present connections between nature conservation, land, and climate change. Much of his research deals with the economic and environmental history of Namibia and South Africa.

Join via Zoom

Meeting ID: 238 015 2034

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Karate Club Practice
2025-10-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Racquetball Court
Come join Karate club for our normal practice!Wear comfortable clothes that you can work out in. No previous experience necessary.We hope to see you there!

Paper Mache w. Audrey
2025-10-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Craft Studio
Just like art class as a kid, on Thursday’s we get artsy, crafty and messy! If you’re looking for a fun and nostalgic way to spend your night, come down to the craft room and learn paper mache with our fantastic proctor Audrey! You’ll be guided through the basic steps of how to create cool sculptural pieces, in a fun and upbeat environment. This class is easy for crafters at any level, with a little something for everyone. We’re excited to see everyone!

Clark University Undergraduate Student Council Weekly Meeting (open to the public)
2025-10-16 19:00 - 20:30 | ASEC 202
Join us for the weekly Clark Undergraduate Student Council meetings. CUSC representatives meet to discuss potential motions, review and vote on new legislation, and share what they’re hearing from their constituents.Have something you’d like to share? Fill out our Public Comment Form.

Investment & Trading Society Meeting
2025-10-16 19:30 - 20:30 | Sackler Science Center 122

PEC General Meetings!
2025-10-16 20:00 - 21:00 | ASEC 111
Come join us in planning more uplifting & fun shows for the Clark Community such as our Halloweekend and Spree Day performances!! This is also a great chance to make friends with people with similar interests too! Also, just a great way to spend your Thursday evenings 🙂

The Scarlet Weekly Pitch Meeting
2025-10-16 20:00 - 21:00 | ASEC 303
Join us to hear and take pitches for articles and talk with our team!

CEA General Meeting
2025-10-16 20:00 - 21:00 | Jonas Clark 220
Clark Environmental Action is hosting bi-weekly meetings this semester! We’ll be using this meeting time to discuss environmental issues of interest and what we can do in our personal lives to promote sustainability, develop action plans, work on projects and prepare for events! Come by to learn about what we’re doing, bring ideas, join conversations and get involved! Keep an eye out on instagram and in our weekly emails for project updates, event details, and plans for each meeting.

ISA Weekly General Meeting
2025-10-16 20:00 - 21:00 | Sackler 120, Clark Campus
This is a space for all ISA members to gather each week.

Family and Friends Weekend
2025-10-17 00:00 - 2025-10-19 23:59 | Clark University, 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA, 01610, United States
Join us on campus and in the city of Worcester for special events, signature programming, and the opportunity to create fun-filled memories.

On-site registration will take place in the Academic Commons, located on the first floor of Goddard Library, on Friday, October 17, from 6 to 8 p.m., and on Saturday, October 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

If you have any questions, please contact Clark’s Alumni & Friends Engagement team at alumni@clarku.edu or 800-793-6246.

learn more and register for Family and Friends Weekend

Student Leadership Drop-In Hours
2025-10-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Asher Suite, UC
Got a quick question about leadership, club management, or getting involved? Stop by the Asher Suite (3rd floor of the UC) to chat with Meghan, Assistant Director of Student Leadership & Involvement, about a variety of topics such as:-Clark Engage questions/troubleshooting-Finding clubs of interest and -Clarifications about SLICE policies-Submitting tech activation forms, updated key lists, flyers/banners for approval-Assistance with proofreading club emails, documents, etc.-Quick questions that don’t require a full, formal meetingIf you have a more detailed question or would like a longer conversation, please schedule a meeting with Meghan using the QR code on her office door!Questions about club events should be directed to campus_life@clarku.edu, or stop by Maria’s drop-in hours!

Hadwen Arboretum Volunteering
2025-10-17 15:00 - 17:00 | Hadwen Arboretum
Join Professor John Rogan in maintaining the Hadwen Arboretum through volunteering. Duties include trail maintenance, invasive removal, and other activities that change on a weekly basis. Please RSVP if interested and reach out to Prof. Rogan (JRogan@clarku.edu) with any questions or concerns.

Hand-Building w. Melody
2025-10-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Craft Studio
Slabs, coils, pinches, oh my — it’s hand-building time! Come hang out with Proctor Melody to experiment, get creative, and make pieces that are totally YOU! In this workshop, we’ll dive into different techniques such as slab building (perfect for tumblers, mugs, and tiny dishes), pinch pots, coils, and even some clay compressions! Come to the Craft Studio and see what you can make out of clay!

Illegal Mining and Ecosystem: Destruction in the Okapi Wildlife Reserve, DRC
2025-10-17 16:00 - 17:00 | jefferson 222, 950 Main Street, Worcester, 01610, United States
In this talk, Pacifique Madibi, M.S./GIS ’26, will explore the contradiction between Congolese law, which bans mining in protected areas, and the reality of widespread illegal gold mining within the Okapi Wildlife Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. He will highlight how illegal mining contributes to water pollution, deforestation, and threats to Indigenous communities, while demonstrating how geospatial technologies and AI can strengthen environmental governance and conservation in the DRC.

Museum Meanings Weekly Meeting
2025-10-17 17:00 - 18:00 | Jefferson 202
Join us for discussions about art, movies, museum field trips, craft days and more!

Weekly Gardening Workshop
2025-10-17 17:00 - 18:00 | Clark Garden at President’s Field
Join the Herban Gardeners in our weekly garden workshop! If you like gardening and getting your hands dirty, come on over and decompress after a long week.

Pokemon Club Weekly Meeting
2025-10-17 17:00 - 19:00 | CMACD 305/306
Pokémon Club weekly meetings can include a variety of fun Pokémon-themed events and activities. These can include Playing Pokémon TCG or TCG Pocket, Pokémon VGC, and Showdown tournaments, Trading in Pokémon Go, Pokémon Trivia Games and Pokémon Art Activities, and so much more!

Friday Night Magic (and other card games)
2025-10-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Asher Suite, UC
Come join us to play Magic the Gathering and any trading card game you like! People of any skill level are welcome, more experienced players are always happy to lend a hand no matter the game.

Weekly Shabbat Services and Dinner
2025-10-17 18:00 - 21:00 | TBD
A weekly Shabbat service and meal that allows for people to practice their faith, foster community and learn more about what it means to be a part of Hillel

Family and Friends Weekend 2025: Clark's Got Talent
2025-10-17 20:00 - 22:00 | Atwood Hall – Daniel’s Theater
Join us for an evening of entertainment featuring some of Clark’s amazing student-run improv, music, and dance groups!More information about Family and Friends Weekend, including the full schedule of events, can be found here.

Away Matches at Tufts University
2025-10-18 11:00 - 15:00 | Tufts University
Tufts University has invited the Clark Squash Competitive Team to play some matches at their campus squash facilities.

CuTEA General Club Meeting
2025-10-18 13:00 - 14:00 | McCann Resource Room (1st Floor Dana Commons)
Meet other trans women and build a community of gals at Clark!

Art in the Heart of Main South Opening Reception
2025-10-18 13:00 - 17:00 | University Park, 965 Main Street, Worcester, MA, United States
Art in the Heart of Main South returns to University Park and the Clark campus for a third installation of original artwork. A partnership between Clark University and Art in the Park, this series was created specifically to make art accessible to the Main South community.

The opening reception will include free food from local vendors, music from Dan and the Royal Treatment along with DJ Cortes, tours of the eight new sculptures, family trick or treating (children are encouraged to wear their costumes!), and tabling by community partners.

The event is free and open to the public, and coincides with Clark’s Family and Friends Weekend.

Wheel Throwing With Josh
2025-10-18 15:00 - 16:00 | Craft Studio
Want to get your hands dirty? What about playing with mud? At the Craft Studio, we can up the ante and offer up clay as the next best thing 🙂 Play a little, shape a little, fire it, and make your very own vessel! Come by the Craft Studio on Saturday at 3:00pm to meet our wonderful proctor Josh, and they can help you learn how to throw clay on the wheel! Make something funky and when it’s finished, don’t forget to clean up… xoxo Craft Studio
