Economics and finance professors talk about how they use class time to teach real-world skills. Courtesy | Pexels. When Robert Atra wanted to give his students real-world experience, he turned over half of his 401(k) to the investment club. “They actually have well over $100,000 from just my 401(k) to manage,” said Atra, the chairman...
The Hillsdale College Investment Club introduced a new website to boost the club’s recognition, provide members quick access to the club’s portfolio, and increase outreach to potential members. The club released the new website on March 9. According to its website, the investment club manages a portfolio of U.S. equities and specializes in five different...
The Hillsdale College Investment Club has seen above-average growth in its investments, growing by $22,000 over four years. After receiving a $35,000 portion of the college’s endowment in 2016, the club experienced some early losses but quickly bounced back. The club’s average rate of return is over 13%, which far surpasses the S&P 500’s average...
At its March 31 meeting, Student Federation will reconsider its approval of $781 for the Investment Club to travel to New York City. The club found out it will receive full funding for the trip from Morgan Stanley after Student Fed approved partial funding last Thursday. Because Student Fed funds are granted on a...