Dr. Larry Brilliant has spent his career solving the pandemics of
today - from eradicating smallpox to saving millions from blindness
and building technologies of the future. Dr. Brilliant's career truly
emanates USF’s motto to 'Change the World From Here'. Join Dr. Larry
Brilliant in conversation with USF President Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J,
for a candid discussion about his remarkable new memoir, Sometimes
Brilliant. “Sometimes Brilliant is a candid assessment of a
tumultuous time and an insider’s account of what can be achieved
through the sheer force of a shared vision.” — Sheryl Sandberg,
COO of Facebook and bestselling author of Lean In “Larry Brilliant
has been an incredible inspiration to me, as a spiritual advisor,
teacher and friend. His life story is nothing short of remarkable and
this book will serve as an enduring inspiration for many generations
to come.” — Marc Benioff, Chairman and CEO, Salesforce Dr. Larry
Brilliant holds an honorary doctorate from the University of San
Francisco. In his current role as chairman of the Skoll Global Threats
Fund and senior adviser to eBay co-founder Jeff Skoll, Dr. Brilliant
tackles the world's five most pressing problems: pandemics, global
warming, the Middle East, water and nuclear proliferation. Prior, he
served as the founding Executive Director of Google.org, during which
time he was awarded the TED Prize for his One Wish to Change the World
- "To build a powerful new early warning system to protect our world
from some of its worst nightmares." In the 1970s, Dr. Brilliant played
a key role in the eradication of smallpox in India. He went on to
found the Seva Foundation, which has restored sight to more than 3.5
million blind people in over 20 countries. His storied and
awe-inspiring life elegantly demonstrates how a single person can
change the world. Agenda 5:30 - 6:00 PM Networking & Hosted Appetizers
6:00 - 6:45 PM Dr. Larry Brilliant in conversation with USF President
Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J. 6:45 - 7-00 PM Questions from the Audience
7:00 - 7:30 PM Book Signing - Books sold on site by USF's Book Store
at 50% off! Please consider making a gift today to advance the
education of a new generation of leaders poised to enhance our USF
community. *Interested USF alumni, students, faculty & friends of the
University welcome to join _____________________________ This event is
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