David Gergen honored with named directorship of Center for Presidential History

Linda Wertheimer Hart ’65 and Milledge (Mitch) A. Hart III gift $1 million to SMU

 

Honoring the achievements of renowned public servant and presidential history enthusiast David Gergen, the Harts’ gift will further the educational, archival and collaborative efforts of the ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãCenter for Presidential History, enhancing the study of U.S. presidential history at SMU. In recognition, the center director position will be named for Gergen, celebrating the public servant and journalist.

 

“ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãproudly salutes David Gergen for his incredible contributions to the country and for deepening our understanding of national and international political issues,” said ÍæÅ¼½ã½ãPresident R. Gerald Turner. “It is a fitting tribute to him that the Center for Presidential History will be strengthened to serve our students, partners and community for decades to come.”

 

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