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Yu Hsing Obituary
Dr. Yu Hsing passed away on August 19, 2022. He was a Professor of Economics at Southeastern Louisiana University from 1987-2021. Dr. Hsing was a prolific researcher and a dedicated teacher. He received SLU's prestigious President's Award for Excellence in Research in 1990. In 2001, he was ranked the 13th most-published economist in the world. He published over 300 articles during his academic career. He also founded and edited two journals, the International Journal of Applied Economics and the Journal of International and Global Economic Studies, both of which highlighted research on international macroeconomic issues.
He earned his bachelor's degree from the College of Chinese Culture in Taiwan in 1971, master's degree from the University of Oregon in 1975 and a second master's degree and doctoral degree from the University of Tennessee in 1983.
In addition to his academic accomplishments, Dr. Hsing was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He cooked family dinner every weeknight, and loved to talk and make jokes.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley Hsing; his daughter, Wei Wei Hsing; and his granddaughter, Maya Yilin Walker.
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Toni Banks
October 25, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Such a great professor! His classes were great and he always talked about his daughter Wei Wei Hsing.
Suzy Hannah
August 28, 2023
Hey Shirley! Give me a call. 9855075490.
Edward Chen
November 5, 2022
Dear Mrs. Hsing,
So sorry to hear the sad news. Dr. Hsing was a very kind and cheerful person. A good friend was lost but Dr. Hsing will be remembered by many of those who were inspired by him.
May God comfort you and Wei Wei.
In sympathy,
Edward Chen
Suzy Hannah
September 9, 2022
Shirley, this is Suzy Hannah, I am so sorry about Yu! Too young! Please contact me 985-507-5490!
Jaila Golden
September 6, 2022
Dr.hsing was such a kind a caring person. He was full of knowledge and jokes. His intelligence and compassion shined brightly through his work. My prayers are with his family.
-a former student at SELU
Ronda Tierney
September 6, 2022
Mrs. Shirley, so sorry to see this. May God give you the strength to get through this most difficult time. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sherry Collura
September 4, 2022
Shirley, so sorry to hear this. Prayers for you and family.
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