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Henry Kaufman Initiative in Financial History


The Henry Kaufman Initiative builds on Stern's rich legacy in financial history by sponsoring research, hosting seminars and visiting scholars, and coordinating the teaching of financial history across the school.


About Dr. Henry Kaufman
The Henry Kaufman Initiative in Financial History is named for Dr. Henry Kaufman (ARTS '48, PhD '58), president of Henry Kaufman & Company, Inc., an investment management and economic and financial consulting firm, and a generous supporter of NYU and of NYU Stern, and who holds a steadfast belief in the power of research and teaching. Read more


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Viral Acharya

Viral Acharya

Co-director of the NYU Stern Henry Kaufman Initiative in Financial History 
C.V. Starr Professor of Economics

Bruce Tuckman

Bruce Tuckman

Co-director of the NYU Stern Henry Kaufman Initiative in Financial History
Clinical Professor of Finance