James Booker
Professor of Economics
Colbeth Hall 207
(518)783-2929
jbooker@siena.edu
Homepage: www.siena.edu/booker
Education
| Year |
Degree |
Institution |
| 1990 |
Ph.D. in Agricultural and Resource Economics |
Colorado State University |
| 1982 |
MS. in Applied Physics |
Cornell University |
| 1980 |
B.A. in Physics |
Dartmouth College |
Teaching
Dr. Booker teaches courses in principles of micro and macroeconomics, microeconomic analysis, environmental economics, and econometrics. He also contributes to instructional activities in the School of Business, the Environmental Studies Program, and the Siena Program on Sustainable Land Use
Research/Professional Activities
Dr. Booker is an applied economist with a focus on water resources and regional economic analysis. Recent publications include Economic Costs and Benefits of Instream Flow Protection for Endangered Species in an International River Basin (Journal of the American Water Resources Association, 2003, with Frank Ward), and Identification of Northeast Regional Industries (published by the The Environmental Institute, University of Massachusetts,2000, with S. Tracey, L. Ambs, and H.L. Greeney). He is vice-president of the New York State Economics Association.
