Benjamin Van Kammen

Benjamin Van Kammen is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Economics at Purdue University's Krannert School of Management. He joined Purdue in 2013 after completing his PhD in Economics at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. His research focuses on labor economics, including occupational mobility and the economic impact of sporting events. He teaches undergraduate courses in econometrics, intermediate microeconomics, and economics of sports.

• Education: PhD in Economics (2013), University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; B.A. in Economics and History (UW-Milwaukee).
• Research Interests: Labor Economics, Occupational Mobility, Econometrics.
• Teaching Areas: Microeconomic Theory, Statistics, Labor Economics, Economics of Sports.

Van Kammen emphasizes experiential learning and has expertise in data analytics and teaching methodologies, stemming from his prior training as a high school social studies teacher. He has contributed insights on the economic impact of large sporting events, such as NCAA tournaments, for public discourse.

His professional network includes affiliations with the Krannert School's research initiatives and outreach programs. Contact: bvankamm@purdue.edu | Office: KRAN 531