Teaching

• Instructor, Intro Microeconomic Theory, 2024, 2025
• TA, Health Economics, 2024, 2026
• TA, Intro Microeconomic Theory, 2023
• TA, Intro Development Economics, 2022
• TA, Ph.D. Math Camp, 2022

Selected Student Feedback

From anonymous teaching evaluations.

“It was very well structured in terms of how classes were taught and also the chronology of the course made a lot of sense, each new topic was tied back to previous topics.”

— Intro Microeconomic Theory, Summer 2025 (Instructor)

“Yu Qiu’s explanations are incredibly clear and simple, and allow students to grasp the concepts discussed in lectures quite easily. The problems provided during classes also allow for frequent implementation of acquired skills and knowledge, which is quite helpful. It is clear she has her students’ best interests at heart.”

— Intro Microeconomic Theory, Summer 2024 (Instructor)

“I really liked how Yu had the recitation organized. We would have time to work individually, and then we would come together and work on the problem as a class.”

— Intro Microeconomic Theory, Fall 2023 (Recitation TA)

“I liked that she was very thorough when explaining the examples and answered every question in detail. She was very enthusiastic which made me want to pay more attention and understand better.”

— Intro Microeconomic Theory, Fall 2023 (Recitation TA)

“Yu was thoroughly prepared for each recitation and helped clarify homework problems. She was also patient and helpful when students presented solutions to the class. Very clear explanation that reflects a deep understanding of the material.”

— Ph.D. Math Camp, Fall 2022 (Recitation TA)