Dwight S. Brothers *57

Dwight died Jan. 5, 2023, in Colorado Springs, Colo.

Born May 3, 1929, in Sterling, Kan., Dwight graduated from Colorado College in 1950 
and was a Fulbright scholar in Bristol, England. In 1957, Dwight earned a Ph.D. in economics from Princeton.

Dwight’s academic career began at Rice University, where he became chair of the economics department. After Rice, Dwight moved to Harvard, assuming posts in the economics department, the Development Advisory Service, and the business school. Dwight’s field was monetary policy in developing nations. An expert on Mexican economic development, he mentored a group of Mexican economists and helped to advance their careers. He also served on the faculties of Yale and Colorado College.

Dwight had a second career, putting his academic interests into practice in several countries. He served as a primary adviser to the ministers of finance of Kenya and Botswana.

Dwight and his father, Irving, established the Brothers Ranch in Brazoria County, Texas. Dwight operated the cattle ranch for decades until it was sold to the Trust for Public Lands and incorporated into the San Bernard Wildlife Refuge.

Predeceased by his wife, Sue, Dwight is survived by three children, four grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.