More than 3,000 TFAS students took beloved Professor George Viksnins (Uncle George)'s course on comparative economic systems, and even more had the privilege of learning from him at our international programs abroad. Beyond TFAS, Viksnins taught economics at Georgetown University and consulted the Federal Reserve, International Monetary Fund and the U.S. Agency for International Development. In his native Latvia, Viksnins served as an advisor to the National Bank of Latvia and received the Order of the Three Stars award for his influence in developing the Latvian monetary system. Viksnins’ influence was truly world-wide and his teaching is especially remembered at TFAS.
Established in 2002 on the 30th anniversary of his TFAS professorship, the scholarship fund has allowed numerous students to experience TFAS, made possible by donations from alumni, supporters and friends of the professor.
Uncle George passed away in December of 2012. His legacy also continues through the students he taught, his wife of more than 50 years, Mara Viksnins, their four children, grandchildren and his sister and brother.
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