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As the president of Southern Methodist University since 1995, R. Gerald Turner is leading an era of unprecedented progress at the University. The Campaign for SMU: A Time to Lead raised more than $542 million for academic programs, scholarships, professorships, and student life programs. A new strategic plan is guiding the University's advancement, and the Centennial Master Plan is the physical profile of the campus, including development of a new East Quad.

Read President Turner's Full Biography

Recent News

September 7, 2007
President Turner celebrates the groundbreaking of Elizabeth Perkins Prothro Hall

August 29, 2007
President Turner's address at the Fall General Faculty Meeting

June 11, 2007
President Turner appoints a task force on substance abuse prevention.

June 1, 2007
Campaign planning moves forward with key volunteers and early gifts.

May 26, 2007
First Lady Laura Bush and President Turner tour the Meadows Museum Balenciaga exhibit.

May 14, 2007
President Turner, as co-chair of the Knight Commission, urges college presidents to show strong support for academic reforms in athletics.

May 10, 2007
President Turner and the SMU Board of Trustees honor Lamar Hunt's memory.

May 4, 2007
President Turner congratulates the SMU Class of 2007.