Julie Holzner received her BA and MA in Economics from California State University Long Beach. Before becoming a Professor of Economics at Los Angeles City College she has taught principles and fundamentals of economics courses at various community colleges in California. Her research focus is on interactive strategies to improve undergraduate education in economics. To that end she participated in the Teaching Innovations Program for college and university instructors. The project was co-sponsored by the Committee on Economic Education (CEE) of the American Economic Association (AEA). For her dedication and efforts, she received the “Excellence in Teaching Award” from the Pace Program at Los Angeles Pierce College, as well as the “In Appreciation” award from the Associated Students Organization at Los Angeles City College.