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Harold Nelson, Ph.D., is an Instructor in the Department of Computer Science at Saint Martin's University, affiliated with the Hal and Inge Marcus School of Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of California, San Diego, an M.S. in Mathematics from the University of Kentucky, and a B.S. in Mathematics from the University of Notre Dame. His career includes extensive work as a senior data analyst in the Governor's Office of Financial Management (OFM) in Olympia, where he led a team using SAS for data analysis.
Dr. Nelson’s research interests span data analysis, the R programming language, artificial intelligence, Python, and foundational mathematics and economics. His early education at Saint Martin's High School and College (now University) in the 1960s shaped his academic trajectory, emphasizing hands-on learning in an era without modern computational tools. He remains deeply connected to Saint Martin's, teaching and mentoring students in computer science and related fields.
His professional experience includes over 30 years in data analysis, leveraging statistical methods and programming languages to solve complex problems. Though no specific grants or awards are listed, his contributions to applied economics and data-driven decision-making are notable. Dr. Nelson’s career bridges academia and public service, reflecting a lifelong passion for quantitative disciplines.
