2012 Presidential Lecture Series:
"Why Presidents Succeed.
..Why They Fail."
Richard Norton Smith
Sunday, January 29, 2012
3:00 p.m. at the Dole Institute
With the 2012 presidential contest already underway, the Dole Institute looks at what separates successful presidents from those deemed failures.
Presidential historian and first Dole Institute permanent director, Richard Norton Smith, will kick off the series with his take on this timely topic. Join Richard as he is interviewed by Dole Institute Director, Bill Lacy, on the leadership traits that create great presidents, and the mistakes that make them weak.
*
Look for future announcements on additional Presidential Lecture Series programs throughout the Spring 2012 semester.
_____
An Evening with Tim Pawlenty
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012
7:30 p.m. at the Dole Institute
Former Minnesota Governor and GOP presidential candidate, Tim Pawlenty, talks presidential politics and his ideas for solving the nation's big problems. Whether you are a Republican or Democrat, don't miss the opportunity to hear from one of the nation's most thoughtful and successful governors.
This event is cosponsored with KU College Republicans.
_____
The Leavenworth Series:
A Military History of the Cold War
Beginning February 16 through November 15, 2012
Every 3rd Thursday of the month
3:00 p.m. at the Dole Institute
This new series, brought to the Dole Institute by experts at the military college at Ft. Leavenworth, promises to be an extensive and fascinating look at the historical events that fueled the fires of the Cold War. From Cuba to Korea, to Vietnam and Afghanistan, get an inside look at US tactics and strategies during these world changing events.
*
Stay tuned for information on guest speakers and monthly topics!
_______
KU names Bob Dole
one of four inaugural
honorary degree recipients
For the degree of Doctor of Laws: Robert J. Dole, for notable contributions as a statesman and advocate for the rights of all...more
Sheila Bair, fmr FDIC Chair &
fmr Dole Senate Finance staffer
also named for honorary degree
"Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little today recommended to the Kansas Board of Regents that Robert J. Dole, Alan Mulally, Sheila Bair and Kirke L. Mechem be awarded honorary doctorates. The Board unanimously approved the degrees, which will be presented at KU’s Commencement on May 13, 2012..." KU press release
Sheila Bair delivered the 2010 Dole Lecture. VIDEO (.mov QuickTime)
