Despite all the gloom of COVID-19, there are still reasons for celebration. A perfect example took place this morning at SMU with the dedication of the magnificent, 50,000-square-foot Gerald J. Ford Hall for Research and Innovation on the university's main campus. Serving as an interdisciplinary research hub for faculty, students and industry partners with tools and … [Read more...] about Dedication of SMU’s 50,000-Square-Foot Gerald J. Ford Hall For Research And Innovation Boosts Digital Capabilities
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A Passing: Edwin Lochridge Cox Sr.
Edna Ferber’s “Giant” celebrated an era when derricks sprouted throughout the state of Texas like bluebonnets and giants were indeed made thanks to the guzzling demands of automobiles for oil. It was a ripe time for a young, smart fella to become what seemed like an overnight success. One of those fellas was Edwin Lochridge Cox. Everybody just called him “Ed.” Born October … [Read more...] about A Passing: Edwin Lochridge Cox Sr.
JUST IN: Aurelia And Brad Heppner Giving $11.5M To SMU’s Edwin L. Cox School Of Business
The Fincher Building at the Edwin L. Cox School of Business at Southern Methodist University is about to get a big upgrade, thanks to a $10 million commitment from Dallas businesspeople Aurelia and Brad Heppner and their family to establish the Heppner Family Commons there. Through their foundation, the couple is also giving the business school $1.5 million to support Cox … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Aurelia And Brad Heppner Giving $11.5M To SMU’s Edwin L. Cox School Of Business
Ebby Halliday Acers’ Papers Donated To SMU DeGolyer Library’s Archives Of Women Of The Southwest
It’s hard to imagine that it was five years ago last month that Dallas sweetheart Ebby Halliday Acers died at the age of 104. While it seems that everyone has their Ebby story, it’s Ebby who really has the tales to tell. In addition to her building a residential real estate empire over the decades, she created a philanthropic legacy that will continue for future generations … [Read more...] about Ebby Halliday Acers’ Papers Donated To SMU DeGolyer Library’s Archives Of Women Of The Southwest
New SMU Trustees Announced Plus Gene Jones Being Named Trustee Emerita
With graduations taking place in stadiums and celebrated with neighborhood parades, SMU has just announced the newest members of its Board of Trustees, who will serve four-year terms. They include the following: Jennifer Burr Altabef ’78, J.D. ’81, civic and philanthropic leader, Dallas Tom Burish, provost of the University of Notre Dame, Granger, Indiana Martin … [Read more...] about New SMU Trustees Announced Plus Gene Jones Being Named Trustee Emerita
Get Up And Get Doing: Use This Time To Learn Some Useful Life Lessons
You’ve got to hand it to the experts when it comes to advice. SMU Professor/Chair of Psychology/Child Rearing Expert George Holden came up with a great “Get Up and Get Doing” idea to fill the “at-home” time with kids. He suggested that folks should use “this time together to teach life skills: cooking, cleaning, exercising, etc.” It might be a learning lesson for their … [Read more...] about Get Up And Get Doing: Use This Time To Learn Some Useful Life Lessons
North Texas Organizations Postponing/Canceling/Suspending Events And Programs To Help Contain COVID-19
Due to concern regarding coronavirus, some North Texas charities and organizations have taken proactive steps to prevent the spread of this infectious disease by postponing or canceling public gatherings. While these nonprofits may suffer financially due to the change, their hope is that the containment of COVID-19 will be achieved more quickly. NorthPark Center is … [Read more...] about North Texas Organizations Postponing/Canceling/Suspending Events And Programs To Help Contain COVID-19
Moody Coliseum Scores High Marks As The Setting For Bobby Lyle’s Receiving The J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Award
When the announcement was made that the J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Award Luncheon was being moved from SMU’s grand ballroom to Moody Coliseum a couple of weeks before the presentation to Bobby Lyle on Thursday, March 29, a few eyebrows were raised. Perhaps it was long ago memories of proms being held in high school gyms that triggered images of metal folding chairs around bare … [Read more...] about Moody Coliseum Scores High Marks As The Setting For Bobby Lyle’s Receiving The J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Award
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Award Luncheon
When the response to Bobby B. Lyle's being named the recipient of the 2018 J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Award was more than organizers had hoped or planned for, the call was to move the fundraising luncheon from the SMU grand ballroom to Moody Coliseum on Thursday, March 29. While some skeptics may have scoffed at the idea of moving a prestige event from a former cafeteria to a … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Award Luncheon
Entrepreneur, Engineer, Executive, Educator Bobby B. Lyle To Receive The J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Award On March 29
Like the late Dallas Mayor J. Erik Jonsson, Bobby B. Lyle has worn many hats. Both have been known as accomplished entrepreneurs, engineers, business executives, philanthropists and community leaders. Despite an age difference of more than 40 years, they also had visions of greatness for North Texas and the entities that would make the region world class. While Erik built … [Read more...] about Entrepreneur, Engineer, Executive, Educator Bobby B. Lyle To Receive The J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Award On March 29
A Passing: Robert S. Folsom
Not all the news today is wonderful. One of Dallas’ legendary leaders died Tuesday, January 24 — former Mayor Robert “Bob” Folsom. His 89 years of life bridged generations with successes and accomplishments. There were his years at SMU where he played football alongside Doak Walker and Kyle Rote and lettered in four sports (basketball, football, track and baseball). … [Read more...] about A Passing: Robert S. Folsom