The Living History Project- James T. Laney (Part 1)

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This Living History entry provides a biographical sketch of President Emeritus of Emory University, James T. Laney whose ambition and, subsequently, landmark accomplishments propelled the University forward. Prior to becoming Emory's 17th president, Dr. Laney served as dean of the Candler School of Theology. He is an ICAS Distinguished Fellow and a former United States ambassador to South Korea. For more about Dr. Laney, visit: http://emoryhistory.emory.edu/people/presidents/Laney.htm

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