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Richard Stedman is an Interim Director of the Ashley School of Global Development and the Environment and Associate Director of the Center for Conservation Social Sciences at Cornell University. He holds a Ph.D. in Sociology/Rural Sociology from the University of Wisconsin and has authored over 200 peer-reviewed works. His research explores the intersections of social-ecological systems, sense of place, and environmental quality, particularly in resource-dependent communities undergoing transitions. His recent work addresses challenges such as energy transitions, particularly the implications of shale gas and large-scale renewable energy efforts, alongside interests in water, wildlife, and fishery systems. Stedman has held academic positions at the Pennsylvania State University and has engaged with various social implications of rapid environmental changes, seeking to understand community connections and environmental behaviors.
Ashley School of Global Development and the Environment, Cornell University • Ithaca, NY
Leading academic programs focused on global environmental challenges.
Pennsylvania State University • University Park, PA
Conducted research and taught courses in Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology.
Department of Architecture