
President and professor: Emory remembers Jimmy Carter
As Emory joins the world in celebrating President Carter's remarkable life, take a look back at his collaboration with the university and the profound legacy he leaves behind.
With the passing of President Jimmy Carter, the world has lost a beacon for justice and human rights, and Emory has lost a beloved member of our community. The Carter Center was founded in partnership with Emory, and President Carter served as University Distinguished Professor, engaging with generations of students and faculty.
As Emory joins the world in celebrating President Carter's remarkable life, take a look back at his collaboration with the university and the profound legacy he leaves behind.
Learn about key moments in Jimmy Carter's life and relationship with Emory, from a campus visit when he was U.S. president to the founding of The Carter Center and serving as a tenured professor in four Emory schools.