Dr. Timothy Kelsey

Professor

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Biography

Timothy Kelsey is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics, Sociology, and Education at Penn State University, where he also serves as the Associate Head. His research primarily focuses on applied economic development issues, examining the fiscal impacts of land use change and the community economic impacts of Marcellus Shale development in Pennsylvania. He maintains a long-standing interest in agricultural safety and health economics. Kelsey has a deep commitment to engaged scholarship and outreach, addressing topics of public interest, including local tax reform and community development facilitation. He is dedicated to providing students with real-world experiences in his courses, which include Community, Environment, and Development Research Methods, and Integration Capstone Experiences. Kelsey has received several awards for his teaching excellence and contributions to outreach, including the George W. Atherton Award for excellence in undergraduate teaching and the Faculty Outreach Award from Penn State University.

Research Interests

Awards

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The George W. Atherton Award for Excellence in Teaching

2016-01-01
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Agricultural Resource Economics Review Paper Award

2016-01-01
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Faculty Outreach Award

2013-01-01

Courses

Community, Environment & Development Professional Seminar Community, Environment & Development Research Methods Principles of Community Economic Development CED Integrated Capstone Experience

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
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  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
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  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.