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Matt Gnagey is a Professor of Economics at the Goddard School of Business & Economics, Weber State University, where he has been a faculty member since 2014. His research integrates economics, spatial analysis via ArcGIS mapping, and statistical methods to address environmental and urban land use challenges, with a focus on sustainable land management policies.
- PhD in Environmental Economics (2014), Ohio State University
- MA in Economics (2011), Ohio State University
- BS in Economics and Justice, Peace & Conflict Studies (2005), Eastern Mennonite University
Gnagey’s work emphasizes the economic implications of land-use regulations and sustainable development strategies. His interdisciplinary approach bridges environmental economics with geospatial analysis to evaluate policy impacts on land development practices.
He has received multiple academic honors, including:
- Presidential Teaching Excellence Award (2019)
- Alston Excellence in Teaching Award (2018)
- Best Paper award at the Midwest Graduate Student Conference (2013)
- AEDE Best Doctoral Research Manuscript (2011)
- Beta Gamma Sigma Honorary Faculty Inductee (2019)
- Smith and Eccles Fellowships (2018–present, 2019–present)
Gnagey has secured research funding through grants such as the Corporate Social Responsibility Research Grant and the H2Oath Grant. His prior experience includes international development work in Indonesia, and he brings this applied perspective to his academic research and teaching.
