معرفی
Kenneth E. Wallen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Natural Resources and Society at the University of Idaho, within the College of Natural Resources. His expertise focuses on the human dimensions of wildlife management, conservation behavior, and social influence dynamics. Dr. Wallen holds a Ph.D. from Texas A&M University, an M.S. from Oklahoma State University, and a B.A. from Truman State University. His research emphasizes actionable science to address conservation challenges, particularly through understanding human behavior and societal norms.
**Education:**
- Ph.D., Texas A&M University
- M.S., Oklahoma State University
- B.A., Truman State University
**Research Interests:** Conservation psychology, social norms, behavior change strategies, and interdisciplinary approaches to wildlife management. He explores how societal values and perceptions influence conservation policies and practices, with recent work focusing on human-raptor coexistence and carnivore tolerance.
**Publications:** His work spans over 25 years, including co-editing major texts like Human Dimensions of Wildlife Management (2025) and foundational studies on social norms in conservation psychology. His articles analyze survey methodologies, policy impacts, and stakeholder engagement in natural resource management.
**Teaching & Labs:** Teaches courses like NRS 310 (Social Science Research Methods) and directs the Human-Element Lab, which investigates human-environment interactions. His research integrates team science and policy analysis to bridge theory and practice.
