Fisher, Ernest M. (Ernest McKinley), 1893-

Ernest M. Fisher taught urban land economics at Columbia University from 1945 until 1961, and was appointed the first director of the university's Institute for Urban Land Use and Housing Studies in 1948. Already nationally known before joining Columbia, he was widely published in the field of real estate and public policy. After retiring from Columbia, Fisher consulted for various agencies and organizations and was appointed director of education and research for the National Association of Real Estate Boards. He also served as an advisor to the Federal Housing Administration.

From the description of Ernest M. Fisher papers, 1923-circa 1953. (Columbia University In the City of New York). WorldCat record id: 303028012

Land economist.

Fisher taught urban land economics at several universities, and was the first Director of Research for the FHA. Member, International Fraternity of Lambda Alpha, New York Chapter.

From the description of Ernest McKinley Fisher papers, 1935-1936, 1967. (Cornell University Library). WorldCat record id: 64074251