Music and economics both demand precision and creativity. These disciplines also require a deep understanding of patterns and structures. For Olivia Yu, a classically trained violinist and second-year PhD student in the Department of Economics, the similarities go beyond these aspects.

“In my experience, being good at anything requires a lot of routine dedication, discipline, and being very present with the time you spend practicing,” she said.

Adriano Macedo explored what that means to this graduate student in conversation with Olivia. [Read more…]