Jillian Stallman

Jillian Stallman is a PhD student in the Economics Department at Yale University, focusing on the intersection of economic development, environmental economics, and political economy. Her dissertation examines cooperation over freshwater resources in developing countries, utilizing a mix of economic theory, surveys, administrative data, and remote-sensing measurements.12

She completed her undergraduate studies at Williams College, where she majored in Mathematics, Economics, and Chinese. During her time there, she served as a teaching assistant for various courses, including macroeconomic development and multivariable calculus. After graduating in 2016, she spent several years traveling in countries such as China, Chile, and Senegal, gaining firsthand experience that informs her research.14

In addition to her academic pursuits, Stallman was recognized with the Class of 1945 Florence Chandler Memorial Fellowship during her senior year at Williams College, highlighting her commitment to her studies and community involvement.3