Michael I. Sovern of Columbia Law School was one of the "2018 Living Landmarks" honored at the 25th Living Landmarks Celebration on Nov. 1. The gala, hosted by the New York Landmarks Conservancy, recognizes distinguished New Yorkers who have made outstanding contributions to New York City. The Conservancy is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving, revitalizing, and reusing New York’s architecturally.
Sovern was recognized for his decades-long dedication to Columbia University, for his philanthropy, and for his service on numerous city commissions and boards.
In 1970, Sovern became dean of the Columbia Law School. He went on to become president of Columbia University in 1980, serving as president for 13 years. He remains a member of the Columbia Law faculty.
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