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Dr. Victor V. Claar serves as Associate Professor and Program Coordinator in the Department of Economics & Finance at Florida Gulf Coast University's Lutgert College of Business, holding the prestigious BB&T Distinguished Professorship in Free Enterprise. An affiliate scholar of the Acton Institute and member of the Foundation for Economic Education's Faculty Network, his academic profile uniquely bridges rigorous economic analysis with Christian ethical frameworks.
Education:
- Bachelor's in Business and Mathematics from Houghton College (New York)
- Master's and Ph.D. in Economics from West Virginia University
Claar's research centers on the moral and cultural foundations of economics, with seminal contributions to Christian economics, Fair Trade critique, and Keynesian theory. His influential book Economics in Christian Perspective has reached its tenth printing and Chinese translation, while The Keynesian Revolution and Our Empty Economy (2021) challenges consumption-driven economic paradigms. He examines how faith traditions inform economic behavior, entrepreneurship, and poverty solutions through a distinctive theological lens.
Analysis of his 2019-2022 publications reveals sustained scholarly engagement with moral dimensions of economic systems, particularly the cultural consequences of Keynesian policies and ethical frameworks for entrepreneurial ecosystems. His work consistently connects historical economic thought with contemporary policy debates while maintaining rigorous academic standards.
Scientific Awards:
- Fulbright Scholar (taught graduate economics in Armenia)
- BB&T Distinguished Professorship in Free Enterprise
As Program Coordinator, Claar mentors students in economics and finance while leading curriculum development. His Fulbright experience demonstrates international scholarly impact, though specific grant details aren't documented. His teaching philosophy integrates real-world economic applications with ethical reasoning, particularly evident in his work with MBA students on entrepreneurial attitudes across cultural contexts.
No dedicated research laboratories or specialized teams are documented in available sources, though his leadership in the Economics & Finance program indicates departmental administrative responsibilities.
