Dr. Tam Bang Vu

Economist, Musician, Architect, Educator

About

Dr. Tam Bang Vu is an accomplished scholar and author with a unique blend of expertise in economics, music, and architecture. With over four decades of experience across diverse fields, Dr. Vu has made significant contributions to the academic and professional communities, with a particular focus on applied econometrics, macroeconomics, and the intersection of climate change and disaster economics.

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Published Books

Published Articles

Recognition

Recognized for excellence in teaching and awarded multiple research travel grants for academic contributions.

Achievements in teaching and research.

Awards

Teaching Excellence

University Board

Fall 2014

Nominated for the Board of Regents Excellence in Teaching Award for outstanding contributions.

Research Grants

Research Council

2011, 2013

Received multiple research travel grants from the UHH Research Council for academic projects.

2 research grants from South Carolina Arts Commissions in 1995 and 1997 to do research for the books on Vietnam.

Selected Distinguished Faculty by the College of Business and Economics, University of Hawaii at Hilo, in 2019.

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