NEW YORK--(COLLEGIATE PRESSWIRE)--Sep 25, 2001--Today The Economist unveils its Academic Guide and Academic subscription program for both students and professors at American universities and colleges. The Academic Guide is intended to demonstrate the trans-disciplinary relevance of the magazine, suggesting ways for students to incorporate its authoritative editorial product into their studies, and for professors, into their curriculum.
The Guide details each of the numerous sections of The Economist, including regional coverage of international news, business, finance and economics, science and technology, and books and arts. The subscription rate is the lowest The Economist has offered yet. Students qualify for a 13-week subscription for only $19.95 - 63% off the cover price.
The Academic Guide also outlines the vast capabilities of Economist.com, to which students receive free, unlimited access when they subscribe. A valuable tool for students and professors alike, the site features access to the print edition and a searchable archive of 20,000+ articles. Also, access is provided to the daily analysis of international news provided in the Global Agenda section, regularly updated economic and financial indicators, stock quotes, a currency converter, and the exclusive Big Mac price parity index.
The guide is available in .pdf format on the web at http://economistacademic.com/. Students and professors can also sign up to receive The Economist on the site.
About The Economist
Edited in London since 1843, The Economist is a weekly international news and business publication, offering clear reporting, commentary and analysis on world politics, business, finance, science, technology, culture, society, media and the arts. Because of its international editorial perspective, it is read by more of the World’s political and business leaders than any other magazine. Additional information on The Economist can be found at www.economist.com.
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