Danielle M. Kaminski

Danielle M. Kaminski is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Marketing, Agribusiness, and Supply Chain Management at the University of Nebraska – Kearney (UNK). She previously taught at Michigan State University and Fort Hays State University before joining UNK, where she teaches agribusiness and economics courses.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics, Michigan State University
• B.A. in Economics and Mathematics, Drew University

Her research focuses on human resource management in agriculture using experimental economics, along with consumer preferences in food and agricultural policy, particularly in the dairy sector. She integrates students into her research projects and promotes experiential learning. Her work has been published in the Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Journal of the Agricultural and Applied Economics Association, and NACTA Journal.

Her recent publications reflect strong engagement in agricultural economics, experimental methods, and educational practices. Themes include labor dynamics in agribusiness, consumer decision-making, and innovative teaching in agricultural education.

Professional Service:

• Executive Board Member, AAEA Teaching, Learning, and Communications (TLC) Section

Danielle is committed to mentoring students in research and enhancing adult learning (andragogy) in agricultural education. She has presented to diverse audiences, from academic peers to agricultural producers. She supports student involvement in international experiences, having studied abroad during her undergraduate years and traveled to Barbados, Canada, UAE, Spain, and Ireland.

She is actively engaged in academic service and interdisciplinary research, bridging economics, education, and agribusiness management.