In a recent walk-and-talk event with President Wente, Professor Curtis discussed how his time working with a nonprofit organization that provided microcredit in Peru influenced his professional path. This experience helped shape his interest in addressing practical issues such as environmental policy and economic development.
Professor Curtis emphasized the importance of student engagement in his work. He stated, “The biggest impact we have is on the students we are teaching and motivating them to go on and make a difference in the world.”
