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York College of Pennsylvania Partners With Pennsylvania State Police to Award College Credit for Academy Completion
YORK, Pennsylvania, May 24 -- York College of Pennsylvania issued the following news:
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York College of Pennsylvania Partners with Pennsylvania State Police to Award College Credit for Academy Completion
York College of Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) have formalized a landmark Academy Internship Cooperative Agreement.
This partnership establishes a direct pipeline for enrolled students and incoming cadets, allowing those who successfully complete the Pennsylvania State Police Academy curriculum to receive academic credit toward their undergraduate degrees at York College.
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YORK, Pennsylvania, May 24 -- York College of Pennsylvania issued the following news:
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York College of Pennsylvania Partners with Pennsylvania State Police to Award College Credit for Academy Completion
York College of Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) have formalized a landmark Academy Internship Cooperative Agreement.
This partnership establishes a direct pipeline for enrolled students and incoming cadets, allowing those who successfully complete the Pennsylvania State Police Academy curriculum to receive academic credit toward their undergraduate degrees at York College.
Underthe agreement, York College will award credit for a student who completes the comprehensive training program conducted at the PSP Academy in Hershey, Pennsylvania. This partnership connects top-tier police training with college academics, making it much faster and cheaper for active Troopers to get their degrees.
"This agreement with York College of Pennsylvania reflects our unwavering commitment to higher education and professional development for our members," said Lieutenant Colonel George L. Bivens, Acting Commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police. "By building upon the foundation established through our Academy curriculum and aligning it with the academic eminence of York College of Pennsylvania, this partnership allows us to support students as they prepare for the demands of service as Pennsylvania State Troopers."
York College leadership is equally excited to welcome these dedicated public servants into their academic community.
"York College is honored to partner with the Pennsylvania State Police in a shared mission toward leadership and public service," said Dr. Thomas D. Burns, President of York College of Pennsylvania. "By recognizing the elite, demanding training of the PSP Academy with challenging academics, we are welcoming dedicated Cadets and Troopers into our educational community, expanding their career horizons while enriching our own classrooms."
On the academic side, the focus is entirely on creating smooth, practical pathways that value the intensive field training cadets undergo.
"This partnership creates a flexible, highly advantageous degree pathway tailored specifically for law enforcement professionals," said Dr. Josh Landau, Dean of the School of Arts, Humanities, Education and Social Sciences. "For students looking to maximize their real-world experience, this operational alignment allows them to seamlessly transform intensive academy field training into tangible college credit, building momentum directly toward long-term career advancement."
Both organizations are excited to see this partnership grow and look forward to helping the next generation of law enforcement officers achieve their academic goals. By working together, York College and the Pennsylvania State Police are proud to support those who serve our communities both in the field and in the classroom.
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Original text here: https://www.ycp.edu/news/york-college-pennsylvania-partners-pennsylvania-state-police-award-college-credit-academy
Steady Presence: TLU's Sherry Moltz Retires After 58 Years
SEGUIN, Texas, May 24 -- Texas Lutheran University issued the following news:
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A Steady Presence: TLU's Sherry Moltz Retires After 58 Years
You may never have seen her, but she's been there, quietly working behind the scenes to help keep Blumberg Memorial Library running smoothly. It's been almost 59 years since Sherry Moltz arrived for her first day of work at TLU--and this month, she's hanging up her key to the library, where she's spent a very full and steady career as a cataloging assistant.
"I started out just putting books together with their covers and filing their catalog cards,"
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SEGUIN, Texas, May 24 -- Texas Lutheran University issued the following news:
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A Steady Presence: TLU's Sherry Moltz Retires After 58 Years
You may never have seen her, but she's been there, quietly working behind the scenes to help keep Blumberg Memorial Library running smoothly. It's been almost 59 years since Sherry Moltz arrived for her first day of work at TLU--and this month, she's hanging up her key to the library, where she's spent a very full and steady career as a cataloging assistant.
"I started out just putting books together with their covers and filing their catalog cards,"Moltz recalls. "Later, I had to make my own catalog cards and file them." The library's management system has changed many times since those early days, and few modern patrons even remember the old card catalog cabinets, with their tiny drawers filled with cards identifying books and periodicals.
These days, library catalog management systems are software based, and TLU's Blumberg has kept pace--and Moltz mastered every different system, learning to work within the latest software to organize, catalog, and manage not only the constantly evolving collection, but the records of the people who use the library's resources, a process that's more complicated than most people could even begin to imagine. Most recently, the library shifted from Voyager to Alma.
"It was a big transition for such a tiny team," says Technical Systems/E-Resources Librarian Nate Aubin, who learned the new system right alongside Moltz. "Moving over our whole catalog, the records for every single patron--every student, every faculty member. Every single piece of digital information had to be moved over to the new system. Even the policies for things like how long books can be checked out. Sherry did so much of it."
Aubin says that although he's happy for Moltz, who's most definitely earned her retirement, he'll miss her at the library. "She's been my neighbor for years." (Moltz's office is one door over from Aubin's.) "I'll miss our conversations. I'm going to miss her sense of humor and her stories about the library over the last 58 years. She predates this building."
You heard that right: When Moltz came to TLU, Blumberg didn't exist. The library was housed in Langner Hall. To put Moltz's tenure into perspective, archivist and author Steve Anderson '77--who presented her with a copy of his book, Forward in Faith: A History of Texas Lutheran University at a reception held in her honor--pointed out that counting all the way back to 1891, when TLU first opened its doors in Brenham, Texas, Moltz's years with the university amount to almost 44 percent of its entire existence. "Like all of you, I'm in total awe of Sherry's historic record," he said with a laugh.
When Blumberg opened its doors in 1970, Moltz was there, and remembers how students, staff, and faculty formed a book brigade of sorts--a long line across the lawn from Langner to Blumberg, and literally passed books, periodicals, and everything else, from one hand to another to move every last thing into the new building.
Another set of memories Moltz cherishes has been sharing the library with her family. "I'm lucky that my children and grandchildren have come to love books and the library as I have," she says. She looks forward to spending lots of quality time with family after she retires, doing the things she loves most--like crafting. "I have closed in my garage to make it a craft room which is an ongoing project," she says. "This is what my late daughter Janine and my granddaughter Alexis and I wanted to do. We love doing crafts."
It'll be a big change after so many years of coming in to work every day at the library. "I really didn't know I would stay this long," Moltz admits, looking back. She has, in fact, stayed longer than any other TLU employee, the next closest record being held by Professor Emerita of Music Anita Windecker, whose tenure amounted to 52 years. "I love books and the people I have worked with over the years," Moltz says. "Mark (Dibble, library director) and the rest of the gang have been very supportive of my past situations. I can't thank them enough."
"Sherry has been such a wonderful presence in the library," says Dibble. "She is very knowledgeable about how the library runs and its historical record. Sherry is kind and friendly to all the students. She is quick to laugh and always supportive. She will be missed in more ways than I can count, but especially her eye rolls when I say something silly or absurd."
Assistant Director Amelia Koford agrees. "It's hard to imagine the TLU library without Sherry! Her love for books, learning, and community is always evident. She has seen lots of technological changes in the library, but the heart of her work helping students and colleagues has never changed."
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Original text here: https://www.tlu.edu/news/a-steady-presence-tlus-sherry-moltz-retires-after-58-years
Pullias Center Founding Director William Tierney Awarded USC Faculty Lifetime Achievement Award
LOS ANGELES, California, May 24 -- University of Southern California Pullias Center for Higher Education issued the following news:
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Pullias Center Founding Director William Tierney Awarded USC Faculty Lifetime Achievement Award
Noted higher education scholar and USC Pullias Center founding director William (Bill) Tierney has been awarded the prestigious 2026 USC Faculty Lifetime Achievement Award.
Awarded to a select number of retired faculty at the annual Academic Honors Convocation, the USC Faculty Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes eminent careers and notable contributions to the
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LOS ANGELES, California, May 24 -- University of Southern California Pullias Center for Higher Education issued the following news:
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Pullias Center Founding Director William Tierney Awarded USC Faculty Lifetime Achievement Award
Noted higher education scholar and USC Pullias Center founding director William (Bill) Tierney has been awarded the prestigious 2026 USC Faculty Lifetime Achievement Award.
Awarded to a select number of retired faculty at the annual Academic Honors Convocation, the USC Faculty Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes eminent careers and notable contributions to theuniversity, the profession and the community. Tierney was nominated for this honor by Rossier Dean Pedro A. Noguera and Professor Julie Posselt, among others.
Tierney has had an illustrious career in academia, having spent more than three decades conducting research on college access for underrepresented youth, as well as improving the performance of colleges and universities, Tierney is committed to informing policies and practices related to educational equity and postsecondary effectiveness. He began his career at USC in1993, initially serving as the founding director of the Center for Higher Education Policy Analysis (CHEPA) before facilitating the endowed gift that created the Earl and Pauline Pullias Center for Higher Education in 2012. Tierney was named the Wilbur-Kieffer Professor Higher Education in 1998 and University Professor in 2006.
"I am honored to have received the Faculty Lifetime Achievement Award," said Tierney. "The only reason I have received this award is because I was lucky enough to work in an environment at USC that encouraged me to take intellectual risks. My colleagues, especially those who were most severe in critiquing my work, helped me become a better scholar."
"Bill's dedication and contributions to the academy and to USC have been so significant and this award honors his decades of work. His service as president of the academic senate was particularly noteworthy," noted Pullias Center Director Adrianna Kezar. "His 25 years as director of the Pullias Center helped USC to become a leader on the issue of college access, and his acquisition of the Pullias endowment for the Center ensured it would be a leader for decades to come."
Some of Tierney's myriad awards and accolades include winner of Distinguished Research Award from Association for the Study of Higher Education (ASHE), Member of the National Academy of Education, Fellow of the American Educational Research Association, and a Fulbright Scholar to Central America, Australia and India. He also served as president of the Association for the Study of Higher Education (ASHE) and the American Educational Research Association (AERA). Most recently, he was a Fernand Braudel Fellow at the European University Institute, in Florence, Italy and a Rockefeller Fellow at Bellagio, Italy where he completed his last book on higher education and democracy.
Tierney's extensive academic and life experiences includes serving as an academic dean at a Native American community college in North Dakota, a Peace Corps volunteer in Morocco, and a scholar in residence in Malaysia. He earned a master's degree from Harvard University and holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University in policy analysis. At USC, he taught graduate courses on higher education policy, administration and governance, organizational behavior and research design.
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Original text here: https://pullias.usc.edu/pullias-center-founding-director-william-tierney-awarded-usc-faculty-lifetime-achievement-award/
President Paxson: In moments of both tragedy and togetherness, Class of 2026 offers reasons for optimism
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, May 24 -- Brown University posted the following news:
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President Paxson: In moments of both tragedy and togetherness, Class of 2026 offers reasons for optimism
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PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] -Brown University President Christina H. Paxson called Brown's 258th Commencement proceedings to order on Sunday, May 24, just after noon outside the Meeting House of the First Baptist Church in America.
She offered 1,825 new bachelor's degree recipients a simple plea: Carry forward the resilience, compassion and sense of community forged during four years on Brown's
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PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, May 24 -- Brown University posted the following news:
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President Paxson: In moments of both tragedy and togetherness, Class of 2026 offers reasons for optimism
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PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] -Brown University President Christina H. Paxson called Brown's 258th Commencement proceedings to order on Sunday, May 24, just after noon outside the Meeting House of the First Baptist Church in America.
She offered 1,825 new bachelor's degree recipients a simple plea: Carry forward the resilience, compassion and sense of community forged during four years on Brown'scampus marked by both celebration and tragedy.
"The world you are walking into is loud, and it is complicated," Paxson said in her annual Commencement address. "It is in desperate need of all that you've learned here -the skills of critical thinking, open inquiry and dialogue. And it is in desperate need of the specific kind of grace you have practiced at Brown."
Paxson's remarks came during the College Ceremony. For more than 75 years, the ceremony has provided Brown's graduating seniors with a relatively quiet moment to reflect on their accomplishments amid the joyous chaos and cacophony of Commencement and Reunion Weekend. Clad in ponchos under persistently rainy skies, the students were gathered on the lawn of the church on Providence's North Main Street -the site of Brown Commencement ceremonies since 1776.
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Original text here: https://www.brown.edu//news/2026-05-24/college-ceremony-paxson-address
Medicine's Bill Merrick Retires After 47 Years at CWRU
CLEVELAND, Ohio, May 24 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news:
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Medicine's Bill Merrick retires after 47 years at CWRU
After 47 years at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine's Department of Biochemistry, William "Bill" Merrick, PhD, is stepping into retirement. But he's quick to point out he's "not going anywhere," as retirement won't change his passion for science and teaching. He plans to continue serving, mentoring and pursuing new scientific insights even as he takes this next step.
As a renowned researcher who published more than 200 articles during
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CLEVELAND, Ohio, May 24 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news:
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Medicine's Bill Merrick retires after 47 years at CWRU
After 47 years at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine's Department of Biochemistry, William "Bill" Merrick, PhD, is stepping into retirement. But he's quick to point out he's "not going anywhere," as retirement won't change his passion for science and teaching. He plans to continue serving, mentoring and pursuing new scientific insights even as he takes this next step.
As a renowned researcher who published more than 200 articles duringhis time at CWRU, Merrick's work in the field of protein translation has sought to identify all of the eukaryotic translation initiation factors and determine their sequential utilization, characterizing how the initiation pathway is regulated and understanding the different consequences depending on the exact point of regulation.
Serving longer than any current School of Medicine faculty member, Merrick knows his accomplishments wouldn't have been possible without the incredible faculty, staff and students he worked alongside throughout the years.
"Don't work in isolation," he said. "Collaborations make research faster and more fun."
His time at the university was defined by the many talented researchers who trained in his lab. "They made my career successful--not the other way around," he reflected.
Merrick's impact--as well as his love for the CWRU community--extends beyond the lab. Some of his favorite memories at the university include Winter Solstice skits and faculty-student softball games (usually won by the faculty).
With nearly five decades of research advancements and cherished memories under his belt, Merrick leaves behind a legacy defined by dedication, curiosity and genuine care for others.
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Original text here: https://case.edu/news/medicines-bill-merrick-retires-after-47-years-cwru
Dr. Donald J. Green Named President of Valdosta State University
VALDOSTA, Georgia, May 24 -- Valdosta State University issued the following news:
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Dr. Donald J. Green Named President of Valdosta State University
Jessica Pope, Communications and Media Relations Coordinator
Kristina Torres, Associate Vice Chancellor of Leadership Communications, University System of Georgia
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The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia (USG) today named Dr. Donald J. Green president of Valdosta State University (VSU), effective Aug. 1, 2026.
Green, a veteran administrator with a decade of leadership experience within USG, currently serves as president
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VALDOSTA, Georgia, May 24 -- Valdosta State University issued the following news:
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Dr. Donald J. Green Named President of Valdosta State University
Jessica Pope, Communications and Media Relations Coordinator
Kristina Torres, Associate Vice Chancellor of Leadership Communications, University System of Georgia
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The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia (USG) today named Dr. Donald J. Green president of Valdosta State University (VSU), effective Aug. 1, 2026.
Green, a veteran administrator with a decade of leadership experience within USG, currently serves as presidentof Gordon State College. He previously served as president of Georgia Highlands College (GHC) from 2014 to 2021, then took the helm at Point Park University in Pittsburgh before returning to Georgia. In total, Green brings nearly 36 years of higher education leadership experience to his new role at VSU.
"Don Green is a leader who knows how to deliver results, and he's proven that time and again," USG Chancellor Sonny Perdue said. "At Gordon State, he focused on the fundamentals of student success: strengthening the college's financial footing, growing enrollment and keeping more students on track to graduate and have impactful careers. He's a practical, straightforward leader who understands how to connect what students learn on campus with the needs of local employers and the community. We're excited to see him bring that same focus and energy to Valdosta State."
VSU has been led by interim President William R. "Bill" Crowe since Jan. 1, 2026, when former VSU President Richard Carvajal stepped down to assume the presidency of California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt.
"Leaving the Gordon State community is a moment of deep reflection for me, and I'm incredibly proud of the strides we made together to transform the student experience," Green said. "My focus has always been on using higher education to drive regional prosperity, and Valdosta State is building incredible momentum as the main economic engine for South Georgia. I'm eager to get to campus, build strong partnerships with the community and local industries and create new workforce pathways that will help both Blazer Nation and the entire region grow."
USG will announce next steps regarding leadership at Gordon State in the near future.
About Dr. Donald J. Green
The Board of Regents named Green as Gordon State's fifth president on Nov. 15, 2023. Green replaced Dr. Kirk Nooks in May 2023, serving first as interim president for several months before being named to the permanent role.
Since arriving at Gordon State, Green has spearheaded the "Fast Forward" Strategic Plan, a three-year roadmap to accelerate student degree completion and align academic offerings with the evolving labor market. Under his leadership, the college surpassed many of its strategic objectives a full year ahead of schedule, placing the institution on a strong financial footing while driving philanthropic giving through the Gordon State Foundation to historic highs.
Green's focus on the campus experience produced significant student milestones, including a 7.5% increase in recruitment this past spring and a record Fall-to-Fall retention rate of 64.5% in 2025 - a 13% increase over the previous year. To keep students on track, he introduced proactive "Success Plans" and intensive advising models that prioritize timely graduation, culminating in a record-breaking Fall 2025 commencement that saw a 19% surge in degrees awarded. Last week, Gordon State celebrated its largest commencement in a decade.
Beyond academic programming, Green focused heavily on campus revitalization, overseeing the expansion of undergraduate research opportunities and comprehensive renovations to student residence halls. By positioning the college as a "talent pipeline" for central Georgia, Green focused on the power of a degree to transform the financial trajectory of local families and the regional workforce.
In September 2014, the board named Green as GHC's fourth president, where he served until taking the helm at Point Park University in Pittsburgh, Pa., in 2021.
Before GHC, Green served in several leadership roles at Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Mich., and held administrative and teaching posts at Grand Rapids Community College and Davenport University, both in Grand Rapids, Mich. Green also previously ran a consulting firm that specialized in training and education.
Green holds a bachelor's degree in public administration from Michigan State University, a master's in labor and human resource management from Ohio State University, and a Doctor of Educational Leadership degree from Western Michigan University.
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Original text here: https://www.valdosta.edu/about/news/releases/2026/05/dr-donald-j-green-named-president-of-valdosta-state-university.php
Brown confers honorary doctorates on six accomplished leaders
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, May 24 -- Brown University posted the following news:
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Brown confers honorary doctorates on six accomplished leaders
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PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] -At its 258th Commencement on Sunday, May 24, Brown University conferred honorary doctorates on six candidates who have achieved great distinction in a variety of fields. The recipients were:
* Joseph F. Dunford Jr. -Military and national security leader
* Richard A. Friedman and Susan Pilch Friedman (joint degree) -Business leader and champion of Brown, community leader and champion of Brown, respectively
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PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, May 24 -- Brown University posted the following news:
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Brown confers honorary doctorates on six accomplished leaders
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PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] -At its 258th Commencement on Sunday, May 24, Brown University conferred honorary doctorates on six candidates who have achieved great distinction in a variety of fields. The recipients were:
* Joseph F. Dunford Jr. -Military and national security leader
* Richard A. Friedman and Susan Pilch Friedman (joint degree) -Business leader and champion of Brown, community leader and champion of Brown, respectively
* Peter Howitt -Nobel Prize-winning economist
* Sherrilyn Ifill -Civil rights lawyer
* Fei-Fei Li -Artificial intelligence pioneer
Honorary degrees are awarded by the Board of Fellows of the Corporation of Brown University. They were conferred by University President Christina H. Paxson during Commencement exercises.
Below is the text from the honorary degree citations read aloud during the ceremony and presented to each recipient. Biographical notes are included in the University's announcement of the 2026 recipients.
Joseph F. Dunford Jr.
Doctor of Laws
Military and national security leader
General, strategist and devoted public servant, you spent more than four decades in the United States Marine Corps, embodying the motto Semper Fidelis in service to your nation and the world. From leading infantry platoons to serving as the 19th chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the highest-ranking military officer in the country, you have navigated some of the most complex security challenges of the 21st century with calm, strategic wisdom. Your leadership as the 36th commandant of the Marine Corps demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the men and women under your command and a profound understanding of the global stakes of modern conflict. Throughout your distinguished career, you have been a voice of steady counsel for presidents and a tireless advocate for the integrity of the armed forces. On the eve of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, we recognize your service as chair of the board of the Adams Presidential Center, which promotes civic engagement and inspires people to be active, informed citizens. For your lifetime of extraordinary leadership, your exemplary character and your steadfast commitment to the defense of democracy and the pursuit of global stability, we honor you with the degree of Doctor of Laws.
Richard A. Friedman
Doctor of Humane Letters
Business leader and champion of Brown
Susan Pilch Friedman
Doctor of Humane Letters
Community leader and champion of Brown
Alumni, leaders and transformational benefactors, you began your shared journey here on College Hill, a lifelong partnership of service that has fundamentally reshaped the landscape of this great University and so many other institutions. As a longstanding member of the Corporation of Brown University and its Board of Fellows, you, Rich, have provided the steady guidance and strategic foresight essential to the University's growth. Susan, as a founding member of the Women's Leadership Council and the energy and vision behind the Women's Launchpad mentoring program, you have been a source of inspiration to countless Brown students and alumnae. Through philanthropy that is as thoughtful as it is generous, your collective impact is visible across the campus, from the vibrant, 24-hour hub of the Friedman Study Center to the historic revitalization of Wilson Hall into a modern and welcoming academic space, renamed Friedman Hall. Beyond our gates, your work through the Friedman Family Foundation has improved lives through vital support for healthcare, education and the Jewish community. With profound gratitude for your enduring loyalty, your leadership and your deep-seated belief in the power of a Brown education to change the world, we are proud to award you both the degree of Doctor of Humane Letters.
Peter Howitt
Doctor of Humane Letters
Nobel Prize-winning economist
Economist, theorist, teacher and Nobel laureate, your groundbreaking research has revolutionized our understanding of how societies grow, innovate and thrive. As a professor emeritus of economics at Brown, you have long been a cornerstone of our academic community, inspiring generations of students to look beneath the surface of market forces to find the engines of progress. For decades, your insights have guided central banks and policymakers across the globe, offering clarity on the essential roles of competition and innovation in a stable economy. By demonstrating that growth is not just a matter of accumulation but of constant, vibrant renewal, you have provided a guiding light for navigating the economic challenges of the future. You are a beloved and productive advisor to generations of Brown students, and your legacy on this campus and beyond will be felt for decades to come. In recognition of your monumental contributions to economic science and your distinguished service to this University, we celebrate you with the degree of Doctor of Humane Letters.
Sherrilyn Ifill
Doctor of Laws
Civil rights lawyer
Jurist, scholar, advocate and tireless defender of democracy, you have dedicated your career to the pursuit of racial justice and the fulfillment of the American promise. As the former president and director-counsel of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, you led the nation's premier civil rights law organization through a pivotal era of racial reckoning, using the power of the law to fight for voting rights, educational equity and the dismantling of systemic injustice. Through your founding leadership of the 14th Amendment Center at Howard University, you continue to champion the transformative power of the U.S. Constitution to protect the marginalized. Your acclaimed scholarship has forced us to confront the difficult legacies of our past as a necessary step toward true reconciliation. For your moral clarity, your strategic brilliance in the courtroom and the classroom, and your unwavering commitment to building a more just and inclusive America, we are honored to present you with the degree of Doctor of Laws.
Fei-Fei Li
Doctor of Science
Artificial intelligence pioneer
Scientist, pioneer, visionary, you have stood at and led the vanguard of a technological revolution that is redefining the boundaries of human potential. Your leadership in the creation of ImageNet -a monumental dataset that propelled the deep learning explosion -transformed the field of computer vision and laid the foundation for the modern age of artificial intelligence. Yet, even as you have pushed the limits of what machines can see and do, you have remained steadfastly focused on what it means to be human. As co-director of the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI and co-founder of the nonprofit organization AI4ALL, you have become a leading global voice for the ethical development of technology, ensuring that innovation is guided by compassion, inclusion and the public good. You have consistently reminded us that the most powerful algorithms must be designed to uplift, rather than replace, the human experience. For your extraordinary scientific achievements and your commitment to a future in which technology serves all of humanity, we honor you with the degree of Doctor of Science.
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Original text here: https://www.brown.edu//news/2026-05-24/honorary-degree-citations
