Library Associates Events

February 20

Stanley S. Bedlington, former foreign policy analyst at the State Department and CIA, addressed about 100 Associates and other friends of the library in Copley Formal Lounge. The topic of his lecture was "Religious Terrorism: The Roots of Islamic
Extremism." Dr. Bedlington is currently an advisor on Middle East affairs with Argus International and a frequent consultant on terrorism for television, radio and the print media.

March 4th in London

Jacques Gelardin (B'69) and Amaryllis Fleming (Augustus John's daughter) at London event

Author and biographer Michael Holroyd spoke to about 50 Associates and friends on "The World of Augustus John," the subject of his recent biography. A reception and book signing followed the lecture at the home of Jacques P. Gelardin, B'69 (who lives in the house built by and for the artist). Gelardin has been a collector of John's work for many years and his collection was on display during the event which he so graciously hosted.

March 19th in Los Angeles

Judge Paul Flynn (C'61) spoke to 25 Library Associates and friends at the home of University leaders PJ (F'70) and Jim Clark (C'70), who kindly hosted this event. The topic of Judge Flynn's lecture was "Justice in the Los Angeles Superior Courts." Since his appointment to the Superior Court in March, 1989, he has heard his share of high-profile cases, including the murder case against rapper Snoop Doggy Dogg. He was also among the judges who were considered to preside over the media-saturated double murder trial of O.J. Simpson. "Criminal cases," says Flynn, "are intellectually challenging, and you feel like you're doing more for the system. I'm more satisfied at the end of the day."