Steven Horwitz
American economist
| Name | Steven Horwitz |
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| Birth date | February 7, 1964 |
| Birth place | Detroit, Michigan, United States |
| Death date | June 27, 2021 |
| Death place | Canton, New York, United States |
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Steven Horwitz (February 7, 1964 – June 27, 2021) was an American economist and a prominent scholar of the Austrian School of Economics. He was a professor of economics at St. Lawrence University in Canton, New York.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Steven Horwitz was born in Detroit, Michigan. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. He then pursued his graduate studies at George Mason University, where he received his Ph.D. in Economics.
Academic Career[edit | edit source]
Horwitz began his academic career at St. Lawrence University, where he served as a professor of economics. His research interests included monetary theory, macroeconomics, and the history of economic thought, with a particular focus on the Austrian School of Economics. He was known for his work on the role of money and banking in economic systems and his contributions to the understanding of macroeconomic stability and monetary policy.
Contributions to Economics[edit | edit source]
Horwitz was a prolific writer and speaker, contributing to numerous academic journals and conferences. He was a strong advocate of the Austrian School of Economics, which emphasizes the importance of individual choice, spontaneous order, and the limitations of central planning. His work often explored the implications of Austrian economics for contemporary economic issues, including monetary policy, business cycles, and economic crises.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Steven Horwitz was married and had two children. He was known for his engaging teaching style and his commitment to mentoring students. Outside of his academic work, he was an active participant in various economic and libertarian organizations.
Death[edit | edit source]
Steven Horwitz passed away on June 27, 2021, in Canton, New York.
Selected Works[edit | edit source]
- Microfoundations and Macroeconomics: An Austrian Perspective
- Monetary Evolution, Free Banking, and Economic Order
- Hayek's Modern Family: Classical Liberalism and the Evolution of Social Institutions
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