Jason Kelley

Jason Kelley is an Associate Teaching Professor at Arizona State University's School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning. He holds a Ph.D., M.A., and B.S. in Geography-related fields from ASU. His research focuses on transportation planning, sustainable urban design, environmental justice, and urban development in South American cities, particularly Ecuador and the San Francisco Bay Area.

• Education:
• Ph.D. in Environmental Design and Planning, Arizona State University
• M.A. in Geographical Sciences, Arizona State University
• B.S. in Geography, Arizona State University

Dr. Kelley has been recognized for teaching excellence with awards in 2011, 2015, 2018, 2019, and 2023, including the 2023-2024 Outstanding Teaching Professor Award. He teaches courses like Transportation Planning and the Environment, Urban Design Theory, and Sustainable Cities.

His research explores road pricing strategies' impacts on low-income groups, network optimization for indigenous goods in Ecuador, and pedestrian-oriented urban development. He advises students in urban planning and has contributed to over 10 years of course leadership across multiple semesters.

• Awards:
• 2023-2024 Outstanding Teaching Professor Award in Social Sciences
• 2023 Faculty Excellence Award
• 2019/2018/2015/2011 Professor of the Year Awards