Redefining Excellence in Education with Jay Hartzell

On this Walker Webcast, Willy was joined by Jay Hartzell, President of Southern Methodist University (SMU) – one of the nation’s premier research and teaching universities.

At a time of historic momentum for the university – record applications, investments in technology, and an athletics program on the ascent – Jay brings a bold and forward-looking
vision to SMU.

He and Willy discussed key moments in Jay’s upbringing and career, his entry into the real estate world, how AI is influencing the SMU curriculum and driving a renaissance of liberal arts,
how to produce well-rounded students, SMU’s move into the ACC, and much more.

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Key Points In The Webcast:
00:00 Introduction
02:18 Willy introduces Jay Hartzell
03:10 Teenage Jay Hartzell’s ambitions
04:36 Getting a PhD before entering the job world
06:22 Jay’s thesis on executive compensation
07:05 From a finance PhD to real estate
08:50 When Jay’s leadership skills were recognized
11:26 Investment deals in SMU
12:44 Becoming president of the University of Texas
14:40 The What Starts Here campaign
15:29 How is Jay helping SMU grow?
18:29 Bringing a team that contributed significant growth
21:06 What makes Jay’s work at UT and SMU different?
22:53 Most surprising conversations on the walking tour
24:21 Living in Austin
25:44 The edge of urban versus rural schools
28:06 Do housing costs cause issues?
29:06 Faculty sourcing versus student competition
30:16 The renaissance of liberal arts
33:05 Staying on top of technology
36:11 Utilizing AI in accounting
40:09 The new stock exchange opening
42:53 Is integrity teachable?
46:02 The impact of classroom versus campus learning
48:05 Fraternities and sororities in the SMU experience
50:27 The future of SMU
54:07 SMU and sports
55:52 SMU’s mark in football and basketball
01:00:23 Is a lacrosse program in the works?
01:01:46 Willy’s message to Jay


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