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 Event Summary:

On June 1, 2008, Heidi Rothberg was awarded an honorary doctorate in recognition of her leadership and longstanding generosity in support of The Hebrew University.  She was honored its Convocation of the 71st meeting of the Board of Governors.  

Heidi Rothberg is a governor of the Hebrew University, chairperson of the Board of Overseers of the Rothberg International School and a former trustee of the Harry S. Truman Research Institute for the Advancement of Peace.

Congressman Tom Lantos (z’l”) was also honored during the Convocation.  Congressman Lantos was due to receive an honorary doctorate from the Hebrew University in February of this year, but passed away shortly before the ceremony.  The honor was conferred upon him posthumously.  His widow, Annette, was recognized during the ceremony.  Their daughters were also present for the ceremony