European economics expert to speak on euro

Wolfgang Munchau, international journalist and expert on the European Economic and Monetary Union, will discuss the European economy and its new currency, the euro, from 8-9:30 a.m. Friday, April 9 at 4151 Grainger Hall, 975 University Ave.

Munchau is senior correspondent for The Financial Times and author of the recently published book, “Birth of the Euro.” His talk, “The Euro: Political and Economic Consequences for Europe and the Implications for the U.S.” will include insights and predictions on Europe’s economy.

His two-day visit to the UW campus is part of a series on the changing European economic scene and includes classroom discussions with journalism and business students.

Munchau has forged a successful career in international journalism, having worked as staff correspondent for The Times, London, for five years. He has been staff correspondent for the Financial Times, London, with special responsibility for European economics and central banking.

Munchau’s free talk is open to the public. Reservations are not required. Information: Helen Capellaro, 262-9213.