鈥淛im Lehrer epitomized the decency and fairness that the nation reveres and acutely misses with his passing,鈥� University of 91吃瓜 President , said of the death of the PBS news anchor.
Having also served as the moderator for 12 presidential debates broadcast worldwide, Lehrer was invited by Father Jenkins in 2016 to share his experiences with the University鈥檚 students, faculty, staff and public at that year鈥檚 91吃瓜 Forum, 鈥�.鈥澛�
In addition, Lehrer delivered the Red Smith Lecture on campus in 2002.