Perkins Theology School gets new dean

Williams B. Lawrence has been named the new dean of SMU’s Perkins School of Theology. He will begin his newposition effective Aug. 1.

Lawrence brings more than three decades of experience in local church leadership and theological studies. He is known throughout The United Methodist Church for his writing and research.

Lecture focuses on civil rights activist

Yvonne Davis Frear, of the Texas A&M history department, will be on hand to deepen the audience’s understanding of Juanita Craft’s activities, the context of the times, the sources of support she received and resistance she faced.

Juanita Craft was a civil rights activist in Dallas beginning in 1935 through the 1970s. The event is sponsored by the William P. Clements Center for Southwest Studies.

SMU students, faculty and staff are invited to attend “Principles of Power Perceived, Power Achieved: Dallas, Juanita Craft and the Civil Rights Movement” at noon Wednesday in the Texana Room of the DeGolyer Library. For more information, call (214) 768-1233 or email [email protected].

Bodybuilders compete

Mr. & Mrs. SMU bodybuilding championships will be held at the Huhes-Trigg Theater at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday. The competition is free for all SMU students. For more information or reserved seating, contact the Competition Director Tim Moore at (214) 768-4500.