Niraj Khatiwada
Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics
Office Hours
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02:00 PM-04:30 PM
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02:00 PM-04:30 PM
| Degree | Program | University |
|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. | Economics | The University of New Mexico |
| M.A. | Economics | The University of New Mexico |
| B.A. | Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies in Mathematics and Business Management | Bryn Athyn College |
My Siena Experience
My Teaching Philosophy
I am passionate about Economics and strive to showcase this passion in my classes. I attempt to demonstrate to the students that Economics is not an abstract subject but a field that explains what we experience in our everyday lives.
What I Love About Siena
Siena college is a close-knit community, and I am delighted to be part of this community. I feel welcome here. I love the enthusiasm of the students and professors.
My Favorite Courses to Teach
Principles of Micro and Macroeconomics, Environmental Economics, Development Economics, Econometrics
My Professional Experience
| Year | Title | Organization |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 - Now | Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics | Siena College |
| 2019 - 2021 | Research Fellow | International Center for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) |
| 2019 - 2022 | Instructor in Economics | The University of New Mexico |
Current Research
Environmental Economics, Development Economics, Applied Microeconomics
Articles & Book Reviews
- Reimagining Teaching Water Issues through Integrative Experiential Learning
Applied Economics Teaching Resources, vol. 5
August, 2023 - Water and Economics: Why We Need and Ought to Teach Water Economics in the Modern Economics Curriculum
Applied Economics Teaching Resources, vol. 5
August, 2023 - Household Preferences for Time and Monetary Contributions for Environmental Restoration
Water Resources and Economics, vol. 43
May, 2023
Presentations
- Public Preference for Air Quality Improvement: Are More Exposed More Likely to Pay?
November, 2022
Southern Economic Association, Fort Lauderdale, Florida - Air Pollution Exposure, Exposure Avoidance, and Differential Exposure and Health among Socioeconomic Subgroups
November, 2021
Southern Economic Association, Houston, Texas