Patrick Carlin

Patrick Carlin is an Assistant Professor in the School of Economic Sciences at Washington State University (WSU), serving since 2023. He holds a PhD in Public Affairs from Indiana University (2023) and a BS in Mathematics from Hofstra University (2014). His research focuses on Health Economics, Indigenous Economics, and Applied Microeconomics, with particular emphasis on public policy evaluation, pandemic responses, and social determinants of health.

Education:

• PhD in Public Affairs, Indiana University, 2023
• BS in Mathematics, Hofstra University, 2014

Research Interests:

• Self-governance of tribal healthcare systems
• Evaluation of public health policies (e.g., mask mandates, soda taxes)
• Impact of large gatherings on disease spread
• Labor market dynamics during pandemics

His work integrates empirical methods to assess policy effectiveness, particularly in marginalized communities and during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic.

Teaching:**

• Intermediate Microeconomics (ECONS 301, 305)
• Public Affairs Statistics (SPEA V706, V707)
• Undergraduate Independent Study (ECONS 499)

Affiliations:**

• WSU School of Economic Sciences
• Indiana University O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs (PhD affiliation)