About
Dr. Luke Fesko is an Assistant Professor of Economics at Marist University's School of Management, specializing in public economics with additional expertise in environmental and development economics. His research explores waste management, evictions, and urban environmental challenges, with fieldwork experience in Myanmar and Cambodia.
- PhD, Economics, Duke University (2023)
- MS, Economics, Duke University (2019)
- BS, Economics and Political Science, Ohio State University (2016)
Dr. Fesko's research focuses on:
- Public economics and policy analysis
- Environmental economics and sustainable urban development
- Development economics in Southeast Asian contexts
- Economic justice and housing security
- Political economy of resource allocation
- Community-driven development frameworks
His 2023 article examines legal regulations' unintended consequences on housing stability, reflecting broader interests in urban environmental policy and housing economics.
Dr. Fesko has presented his work at major academic conferences including the Southern Economic Association and Berkeley Summer School in Environmental and Energy Economics, with policy presentations to the Government of Myanmar.
Contact: luke.fesko@Marit.edu | Phone: (845) 575-3000 ext. 2025
