The UC San Diego Library and Helen Edison Lecture Series present Bob Woodward

The Helen Edison Lecture Series began in 1987 with a $500,000 endowment from Helen Edison in honor of the 25th anniversary of UC San Diego. A San Diego philanthropist with a great love for the arts and humanities, she spent much of her early life in St. Louis with her husband Simon, who founded the successful Edison Shoe chain.
Before she passed away in 1990, her wish was that the endowment be used to support free ongoing lectures at UC San Diego for “the benefit of the university campus as well as for the larger San Diego community.”

UC San Diego Helen Edison Lecture Series

In his recent book, “The Last of the President’s Men,” award-winning journalist Bob Woodward brings to light the untold story of Alexander Butterfield, the Nixon aide who disclosed the secret White House taping system that changed history and led to Nixon’s resignation. Come hear a lively discussion between Woodward and Butterfield, moderated by historian Michael Bernstein, as they reveal new facets of President Nixon’s psyche, reminding us—now more than 40 years later—how Watergate continues to loom over our presidential politics. A book signing will follow the talk. Seating is limited, pre-registration is required for this free event.
 
Non-ticketholders may queue up in a separate line at the door on the night of the event.  After 7:00pm we will fill any unoccupied seats on a first-come, first-served basis.