‘Preston Hollow People’ Applauds

Wesley Prep First Graders, who spread kindness by writing compliments about their classmates as part of an assignment aimed at encouraging students to express their thoughts, creativity, and uniqueness while focusing on the good in everyone.

Jay Hartzell, who was named the 11th SMU president. He will replace R. Gerald Turner, who made the decision in August to step down after 30 years as president. Dr. Hartzell will come to SMU from The University of Texas at Austin, where, as the 30th president, he oversaw all-time highs in applications, enrollment, graduation rates, research expenditures and philanthropic support.

Magdeline Pike, an SMU doctoral student who received the “Citizens Commendation Award” in recognition of her heroic actions before a home football game on the SMU campus. Magdeline witnessed a life-threatening medical emergency, and her life-saving efforts, including administering first aid until paramedics arrived, prevented a tragic outcome, university leaders said.