Leonard Freedman M.A. ’52, Ph.D. ’59

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UCLA Extension has become the leading institution of its kind in the nation, with some 100,000 adult students enrolled each year in its diverse continuing education programs. Leonard Freedman deserves much of the credit for Extension’s worldwide reputation. He began his 33-year affiliation with Extension in 1955 as coordinator of the liberal arts discussion programs, retiring in 1988 after 15 years as dean. To build and maintain the quality of such a vast array of programs was a huge task, and Freedman did it superbly.

So extraordinary were his contributions over the years that, upon his retirement as dean of Extension, Freedman was honored with the Julius M. Nolte Award from the National University Continuing Education Association. After stepping down as dean, he returned to his position as UCLA professor of political science, having established himself as an outstanding teacher.

Described by friends as urbane, witty and thought-provoking, Leonard Freedman has achieved the loftiest heights as academician, administrator, program developer, specialist and community leader. His contributions – beyond excellence – make him thoroughly deserving of the award for University Service.