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Richard Vogel is Dean of the School of Business and Professor of Economics at Farmingdale State College, where he has held leadership and academic roles for many years. He teaches a wide range of economics courses including Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Sports Economics, and Urban and Regional Economics. His research spans economic development, disaster policy, environmental economics, and economics education.
His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Economics from Florida International University (1996), an M.A. from Georgia State University (1991), and a B.A. from Florida Atlantic University (1978).
Vogel’s research focuses on urban and regional economic growth, natural hazards, disaster recovery, and sustainable coastal development. His recent work examines nutrient bioextraction in Long Island Sound, the economic impact of recreational marijuana legalization in New York, and the long-term effects of Hurricane Sandy and the COVID-19 pandemic on regional economies. He frequently applies computable general equilibrium (CGE) models and policy analysis frameworks to assess economic impacts.
His publications span from 1998 to 2025, with recent articles emphasizing environmental sustainability, public policy evaluation, and innovative pedagogy. Trends show a strong focus on applied regional economics, disaster resilience, and the economics of education and public programs.
- Fulbright Fellow (2007)
- Academy of Economics and Finance Fellow (2019, 2020)
- Distinguished Fellow, New York State Economics Association (2023)
- Outstanding Scholarly Publication Award (2014)
- Visiting Scholars Lecture Series Award, South Korea (2010)
Vogel has advised numerous research projects and collaborated extensively with colleagues such as Sheng Li, Nanda Viswanathan, and Worku Bitew. He has led grant-funded studies, including one commissioned by NEIWPCC on nutrient bioextraction. His academic service includes conference presentations, symposia leadership, and editorial contributions. He has also contributed to curriculum development, particularly in mathematics and economics education.
He leads research initiatives related to Long Island’s economic development, coastal sustainability, and disaster policy. His work often involves interdisciplinary teams and partnerships with governmental and environmental organizations, especially in the context of Long Island Sound restoration and resilience planning.
