Michael Indergaard

Dr. Michael Indergaard is a Professor of Sociology and Anthropology at St. John's University, where he has taught since 1994. His research focuses on the social impact of globalization, new technology, and economic restructuring on cities and regions, alongside political and policy responses. He teaches courses on urban sociology, social justice, globalization, organizations, and economic sociology. His work bridges urban development, cultural economy policy, and knowledge-based economic strategies.

Dr. Indergaard holds a Ph.D. from Michigan State University. His notable publications include the books Pump and Dump: The Rancid Rules of the New Economy (2005) and Silicon Alley: The Rise and Fall of a New Media District (2004). His articles explore topics like creative cities, financial crises, progressive politics, and comparative analyses of tech corridors in Malaysia and New York. He has also contributed to encyclopedia entries on industrialization and urban studies.

His current research includes a monograph on globalization and regionalism in Detroit and another on knowledge economy development in New York City. He is affiliated with the Sociology and Anthropology department at the St. John's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.