国際経営学部
[Faculty of Global Management] On November 15th, 2024, Prof. David McMurray from the International University of Kagoshima gave a special lecture at the class Introductory Economics (instructor: George Wang)
2024年11月18日
Prof. David McMurray gave a special lecture titled "Global Economics of Migration" at the class Introductory Economics (instructor: George Wang) on November 15th. He is a renowned professor at the International University of Kagoshima, where he teaches in the Faculty of International Cultural Studies. With a distinguished career in writing and editing, he has been a contributor to the Asahi Haikuist Network since April 1995 and serves as the editor of OUTREACH in The Language Teacher, a publication of the Japan Association for Language Teachers (JALT). His academic expertise spans intercultural studies, with a particular focus on international haiku. He supervises graduate students researching haiku, judges various haiku contests, and has authored works such as Haiku in English as a Japanese Language and Hospital Departmental Operations: A Guide for Trustees and Managers. He has also published several volumes on the Canada Project in Kyushu. In recognition of his contributions to haiku literature, he received the R. H. Blyth Award in 2013.
In his lecture, "Migration Economics," Prof. McMurray skillfully linked foundational economic concepts to the global issue of migration. He discussed topics such as supply and demand, competition, taxation, and monetary policy, illustrating their relevance to historical and contemporary migration trends. He explored the economic impact of large-scale population movements driven by factors like climate change and global conflicts. Prof. McMurray emphasized the importance of understanding economics to analyze how societies allocate scarce resources and make decisions, using migration as a compelling case study. Drawing on his expertise in haiku, he incorporated photo-haiku to capture the emotional and human dimensions of migration, adding a creative and poignant element to his presentation.
The international students in the Introductory Economics course responded enthusiastically to his dynamic and interdisciplinary approach. They praised his ability to make complex economic theories relatable by connecting them to pressing real-world issues such as migration. His integration of haiku resonated deeply with the audience, offering a unique perspective that blended analytical insight with cultural sensitivity. Students found his exploration of the economic drivers and consequences of migration particularly illuminating, sparking a heightened interest in the interplay between economics and global policy. Prof. McMurray's lecture was widely acclaimed for its depth, creativity, and thought-provoking content, inspiring meaningful discussions and enhancing the students' understanding of both economics and migration.
