Luke Erickson

Dr. Luke Erickson is a Professor and Extension Specialist in Personal Finance at the University of Idaho's Margaret Ritchie School of Family and Consumer Sciences, part of the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. His roles involve research, outreach, and education focused on financial literacy, particularly for youth and vulnerable populations. He holds a Ph.D. (2018, anticipated) from Idaho State University, an M.S. from Utah State University (2006), and a B.S. from Brigham Young University (2004).

Research & Interests: Erickson specializes in credit management, retirement planning, financial goal setting, and emergency preparedness. He emphasizes youth financial education through innovative methods like game-based learning and digital tools. His work also addresses predatory lending practices, mortgage fraud prevention, and spatial analysis of consumer financial risks.

Outreach & Education: Erickson leads programs such as the 'Credit Score Millionaire' initiative and the Northwest Youth Financial Education initiative. He designs extension workshops and e-newsletters to disseminate financial literacy strategies across diverse audiences. His research often bridges theoretical frameworks with practical solutions for real-world financial challenges.

Languages: Proficient in Tagalog, enhancing his ability to communicate with multilingual communities in financial education efforts.

Grants & Collaborations: While specific grants are not detailed, his work aligns with University of Idaho's extension mission to address socioeconomic challenges through applied research. His Caldwell Research and Extension Center affiliation underscores his field-based approach to financial counseling and community outreach.