Michael I. Sovern

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17th President of Columbia University. Served previously as dean of Columbia Law School, where he had been a professor. Played a critical role in the immediate aftermath of the 1968 protest. Sold Rockefeller Center, effectively doubling Columbia's endowment at the time.

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Preceded by
William J. McGill
President of Columbia University 
1980-1993
Succeeded by
George Rupp