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Chad Settle is a Professor of Economics in the Department of Economics at the Kendall College of Arts & Sciences, The University of Tulsa. His research spans environmental and natural resource economics, ecological modeling, and game theory, with a growing emphasis on behavioral and institutional aspects of economic decision-making.
Research Interests: Dr. Settle's work centers on integrating biological and economic models for managing invasive species, with later expansion into long-term environmental planning, mitigation, adaptation, and hyperbolic discounting. He has increasingly focused on game theoretic applications, including reputations in repeated games, bargaining outcomes, asymmetric information in regulation, and citizen enforcement mechanisms. His recent work examines how reimbursement rules and contracting influence efficiency and equity in environmental disputes.
Scientific Awards:
- Most Valuable Professor, TU Football, 2019
- Most Valuable Professor, TU Men’s Basketball, 2015
- Henry Kendall College of Arts and Sciences Excellence in Teaching Award, 2012
- Mother Earth Sustainability Education Award, Oklahoma Sustainability Network, 2010
- Best Faculty Advisor, United Campus Ministries, 2008
- Sigma Chi Teacher of the Year, 2003
Advising and Grants: Dr. Settle has been recognized as Best Faculty Advisor and has mentored students through research and campus engagement. While specific grants are not listed, his research in environmental economics and game theory suggests sustained scholarly activity supported by academic and possibly external funding. He plays an active role in student development and interdisciplinary research at TU.
Education:
- Ph.D., University of Wyoming
- M.A., New Mexico State University
- B.A., University of Arizona
