Dave Swenson
Asst. Sci./Adj. Asst. Prof., Community and Regional Planning

Education
M.A. Urban and Regional Planning.  The University of Iowa.  1985

M.A. Political Science. The University of South Dakota.  1981

B.A. Political Science / Criminal Justice.  The University of South Dakota. 1979

Bachelor 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.

Contact Information
Phone: (515) 294-7458
Email: dswenson@iastate.edu
WWW: http://www.econ.iastate.edu/prosci/swenson/swensonpage.htm
Office: Heady Heady

Mailing Address
Community and Regional Planning Department
146 College of Design
Ames, IA, 50011