About
Fed Challenge at William & Mary is a student run economic research group. In the fall the club fields a team for the College Fed Challenge. The rest of the year is spent on reading, short research projects, and discussion of monetary policy and the U.S. economy.
The competition
The College Fed Challenge is run by the Federal Reserve Board. Teams submit a 15-minute video that covers current conditions, a forecast, risks, and a policy recommendation. Advancing teams take a virtual Q&A. Seven teams go to Washington, D.C., for the in-person final.
2026 scheduleMeetings
We meet weekly during the semester in Chancellor's Hall. Meetings mix a data update with a short student talk. The club emphasizes the importance of writing for gaining a deep understanding of the topics we cover.
Every Thursday
5:30–6:30 p.m. · Chancellor's Hall