Rebecca Campbell Smith

Dr. Rebecca Smith is an Associate Extension Professor at Mississippi State University, where she serves as the State Specialist in Family Resource Management and Director of the MSU Extension Center for Economic Education and Financial Literacy. Her work focuses on improving economic resilience through financial literacy, community development, and economic education programs across Mississippi.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Economics, Louisiana State University
• M.S. in Economics, Louisiana State University
• B.A. in Economics, Pepperdine University

Research and Extension Interests:

• Closing gaps between financial intentions and behaviors
• Economic education curriculum development
• Heirs' property rights education
• Financial readiness programs for educators
• Automated savings systems for employers and states
• Community economic development strategies

Her publications emphasize practical applications of economics, with recurring themes including disaster financial preparedness, pandemic business resilience, agricultural economics, and household financial management. Recent work demonstrates a strong focus on Mississippi-specific economic challenges and solutions.

No scientific awards or honors are mentioned in the provided materials.

No information is available regarding student advising or research grants.

Dr. Smith directs the Center for Economic Education and Financial Literacy, which develops statewide programs to enhance financial capability and economic understanding.