Dave Swenson Asst. Sci./Adj. Asst. Prof., Community and Regional Planning
Education M.A. Urban and Regional Planning. The University of Iowa. 1985M.A. Political Science. The University of South Dakota. 1981B.A. Political Science / Criminal Justice. The University of South Dakota. 1979Bachelor of Rhymes. Cheyenne - Eagle Butte Kindergarten. 1961
Research Interests My work centers on community economic analysis and affiliated projects in support of the department’s efforts in community development and in extending economics education services to the public. Areas of research and specialization include community and regional economic studies and evaluations, economic development research and technical assistance, input-output (economic impact) studies, fiscal impact research, public finance and tax policy, community change and worker mobility issues, and public program and project evaluation.
Current Projects Targeted industrial analysis and assessment for Iowa regions (EDA Funded) Ongoing research and technical assistance to the Center for Industrial Research and Services
Current sponsored research projects: Local ownership of ethanol plants The economic and fiscal impacts of organic crop conversion The economic impacts of fresh fruits and vegetable production Other ongoing activities involve outreach, research, and services in support of the College of Agriculture’s and the economic department’s efforts in rural development and economics education.
