Soloman S. Huebner

Solomon S. Huebner was an influential American educator, economist, and expert in risk management and insurance during the 20th century. He is best known for establishing the first graduate program in insurance education at the University of Pennsylvania in 1942, which helped to professionalize the field. Huebner advocated for better understanding of insurance principles and the importance of financial security, making significant contributions to both academia and industry. His work laid the groundwork for modern insurance studies and emphasized the role of insurance in managing economic risks.