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Robert W. Walker is Associate Professor of Quantitative Methods in the Atkinson Graduate School of Management at Willamette University. Holding a Ph.D. in political science, he has taught statistics and research methods at Dartmouth College, Texas A&M University, Washington University in Saint Louis, and Rice University prior to joining Willamette.
His research expertise spans:
- Political Methodology (award-winning work)
- International Political Economy
- Political Economy of State and Municipal Bond Markets
- Advanced Statistical Analysis
- Longitudinal Data Techniques
Professor Walker has made significant contributions to methodological approaches in political science, with his 2009 Warren Miller Prize-winning paper representing a major achievement in the field. His teaching philosophy centers on developing managers' ability to navigate information overload through rigorous statistical training.
His recognition includes:
- Warren Miller Prize (2009) for best paper in Political Analysis
Professor Walker maintains active involvement in major methodological training initiatives, including the NSF-funded EITM summer program and the Essex Summer School in the UK. His work bridges theoretical political science with practical quantitative applications for managerial decision-making.
