George W. Bush Presidential Center
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A Weekly Digest from the George W. Bush Presidential Center
May 16, 2025
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A new collection of never-before-seen paintings by President George W. Bush that captures the spirit of the people who comprise SMU and the Bush Center – now on display at the George W. Bush Presidential Museum.
The title, submitted by Owen Bartosh, SMU Class of 2028, was selected through the Bush Center’s recent naming contest.
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Quarterly Bush Institute Briefing
Modeling civility while advancing freedom, opportunity, accountability, and compassion
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Global health programs save lives and strengthen national security
Biweekly global health update from Hannah Johnson ([link removed]) , Senior Program Manager of Global Policy at the Bush Institute
Discover how programs like the Millennium Challenge Corporation can serve as a model for future U.S. engagement abroad ([link removed]) arrow
Practicing pluralism – and how it’s working in our schools
Article by Bill McKenzie ([link removed]) , Senior Editorial Advisor at the Bush Institute, and Chris Walsh ([link removed]) , Director of Global Policy at the Bush Institute
Find out how rural schools across the country are working together to make their communities stronger ([link removed]) arrow
Data and its impact on our decisions
New Strategerist podcast episode featuring Dr. Sue Urahn, President and CEO of Pew Charitable Trusts
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In Case You Missed It
Further News, Analysis, and more from the Bush Center

Applications open for Presidential Leadership Scholars Class of 2026 ([link removed])
A one-of-a-kind opportunity to join a powerful network of leaders and learn from the presidential experiences of George W. Bush, BillClinton, George H.W. Bush, and Lyndon B. Johnson
LBJ’s influence lives on through the Presidential Leadership Scholars ([link removed])
Article by Nicole Hawkins ([link removed]) , Communications Manager at the Bush Institute

Freedom abroad protects freedom at home ([link removed]) | The Catalyst
Article by Nicole Bibbins Sedaca ([link removed]) , the Kelly and David Pfeil Senior Fellow at the Bush Institute
Covering Deportation and Immigration Stories ([link removed]) | Council on Foreign Relations
Panel discussion with Laura Collins ([link removed]) , Director of the Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative
Russia continues to be a risky investment for businesses ([link removed])
Article by Albert Torres ([link removed]) , Senior Program Manager of Global Policy at the Bush Institute

Balancing Act with John Katko ([link removed]) | WCNY PBS
Interview with Laura Collins ([link removed]) , Director of the Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative
UPCOMING AT THE BUSH CENTER
Don't miss these special Events

A Shining City on the Hilltop ([link removed])
A new art exhibit by President George W. Bush now on display in the Bush Museum
Open now through Oct. 19
Guided tours of the Laura W. Bush Native Texas Park ([link removed])
Park tours are made possible with support from the family of Susan S. Fischer
Saturdays through May 31 (weather permitting) | 10 a.m. CT
BioBlitz in the Laura W. Bush Native Texas Park ([link removed])
Guests will search the 15-acre park and identify as many different species as possible
May 31 | 9:45 a.m. CT
Young Professionals Coffee and Conversation with Immigration Expert Laura Collins ([link removed])
Open to young professionals – Become a member today!
June 3 | 8 a.m. CT
Situation Room Presentations ([link removed])
Fridays | 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. CT
Saturdays | 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. CT
Sundays | 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. CT
Mondays | 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. CT
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About the George W. Bush Presidential Center

Located on the SMU campus in Dallas, Texas, the George W. Bush Presidential Center is a nonpartisan institution advancing the timeless values of freedom, opportunity, accountability, and compassion. The Bush Center comprises the George W. Bush Presidential Museum and the George W. Bush Institute, a solution-oriented policy organization focused on ensuring opportunity for all, strengthening democracy, and advancing free societies through policy solutions and public engagement. The Bush Center also houses the George W. Bush Presidential Library, operated by the National Archives and Records Administration, which provides access to official documents and artifacts from the George W. Bush Administration.


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