
Samuel S. Bird
Assistant Professor of Economics
Associations
Economics
Pettengill Hall, Room 271
About
Sam Bird is a development economist with research in sub-Saharan Africa on agricultural development and political economy.
In his research, he conducts field experiments, collects primary data, and analyzes primary and secondary data in collaboration with partners in Kenya, Uganda, and the US.
In his teaching, he enjoys helping students develop their economic research skills and introducing students to new economic topics, including development economics and data analysis.
Sam earned his Ph.D. from the University of California, Davis in Agricultural & Resource Economics.
Expertise
Current Courses
Fall Semester 2025
Econometrics
Topics include multiple regression using time series and cross-sectional data, simultaneous equation models, and an introduction to forecasting. Prerequisite(s): ECON 250 and MATH 105, 106, 205, or 206.