María Cadaval, godmother of the Economics Class of 2022–2026, calls for an economics profession grounded in ethics and social responsibility

Professor María Cadaval-Sampedro was the godmother of the Economics Class of 2022–2026 at the Universidade de Santiago de Compostela (USC), taking part in the graduation ceremony held at the Auditorio de Galicia.

In her speech to the new graduates, Cadaval emphasized the importance of practicing economics with rigor, critical thinking, ethics and social sensitivity. She reminded them that behind every economic figure, indicator or public policy decision there are people and real-life consequences.

Reflecting on the challenges facing the profession, including technological change, artificial intelligence and growing economic uncertainty, she encouraged the graduates to maintain their curiosity, independent judgment and commitment to society throughout their careers.

She also recognized the role of families, friends, faculty and the wider university community in supporting the students throughout their academic journey, and encouraged the new economists to combine professional ambition with a strong sense of social responsibility.