Arnold Schwarzenegger set to receive a honorary doctorate in Berlin
Arnold Schwarzenegger to Receive Honorary Doctorate from Hertie School
In a notable recognition of his contributions to governance, sustainability, and civic engagement, Arnold Schwarzenegger will be conferred an honorary doctorate by the Hertie School, a private university based in Berlin, on Tuesday, September 17, at 15:00. The live stream of the ceremony can be viewed at the provided link.
The Hertie School, established in 2003, focuses on preparing students for leadership positions in government and public policy. It has a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research, with a particular focus on governance, public policy, international affairs, and data science for public policy. The school collaborates closely with institutions like the Free University of Berlin and the WZB Berlin Social Science Center, supporting doctoral education through the Berlin Graduate School for Transnational Studies.
Schwarzenegger, known for his roles in movies like Total Recall and Twins, served as the former governor of California and has been active in the fight against climate change. His honorary doctorate is a testament to his achievements in the field of governance.
The Hertie Foundation, which played a role in the establishment of the Hertie School, focuses its efforts on two main areas: brain research and strengthening democracy. It was established in 1974 by George Karg, who took over as mangling director of the department store owned by Hermann Tietz in the 1930s following the "aryanisation" of the business. After the war, a quick compensation was arranged, allowing Karg to keep the business. The Tietz family fled to the US following the "aryanisation" of the department store.
The Hertie School's motto is "Understand today. Shape tomorrow." This ethos is reflected in its academic community, which consists of around 800 students, including master’s, executive master, and doctoral candidates, who contribute to a dynamic, diverse academic community focused on shaping future policy challenges.
The doctorate will be conferred onto Schwarzenegger by Germany's Vice Chancellor, Robert Habeck (Greens). This recognition underscores the Hertie School's commitment to recognizing and honoring individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of governance and public policy.
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- While Arnold Schwarzenegger's roles in films like Total Recall and Twins have made him a celebrity, his honorary doctorate from the Hertie School demonstrates his significant contributions to governance and civic engagement, areas that fall within the school's general-news focus and education-and-self-development mandate.
- With a focus on governance, public policy, international affairs, and data science for public policy, the Hertie School, where Arnold Schwarzenegger will be conferred an honorary doctorate, also pursues research in entertainment and culture through collaborations like the Berlin Graduate School for Transnational Studies, reflecting the intersection of these fields in modern politics.
