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After the war, I returned to Minnesota, from which I soon moved to Brown University, and a year later, to Columbia Unive
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"After the war, I returned to Minnesota, from which I soon moved to Brown University, and a year later, to Columbia University where I remained from 1947 until 1958"

- George Stigler

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George Stigler's quote shows his journey of education and learning and profession. After the battle, he went back to his home state of Minnesota, but soon transferred to Brown University. After a year, he relocated to Columbia University, where he stayed for 11 years. This quote shows Stigler's dedication to his education and also his ambition to go after higher education. It likewise shows his dedication to his occupation, as he remained at Columbia University for 11 years. This quote reflects Stigler's resolution to do well and also his determination to take risks in order to attain his objectives. It is a testimony to his effort as well as devotion to his research studies as well as profession.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by George Stigler between January 17, 1911 and December 1, 1991. He/she was a famous Economist from USA. The author also have 16 other quotes.

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