Nicholas Hunt

Nicholas Hunt, Ph.D., CPA, is an Associate Professor of Accounting at the University of Nevada, Reno's College of Business. His research focuses on tax compliance, ethical behavior in accounting, and leveraging crowdsourcing platforms for behavioral research. He teaches federal tax courses and coordinates the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program for accounting majors.

Education

• Bachelor of Science from Middle Tennessee State University (2004)
• Master of Science from Middle Tennessee State University (2006)
• Doctor of Philosophy from the University of North Texas (2016)

Research Interests
Dr. Hunt explores how psychological and contextual factors influence tax compliance decisions. His work also examines ethical dilemmas in accounting practices and innovative applications of crowdsourcing for behavioral studies. Recent research intersects public policy, mindfulness in public safety professions, and the role of political polarization in taxpayer behavior.

Publications Trends
His articles span tax compliance mechanisms, mindfulness among law enforcement/firefighters, and methodological innovations using crowdsourcing platforms like MTurk. Notable interdisciplinary work includes analyzing firefighter occupational performance and law enforcement cadet training effectiveness.

Professional Engagement
A member of the American Accounting Association (AAA) and Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants (TSCPA), he actively contributes to academic and professional discourse in accounting ethics and tax policy.