Robert Redford, acclaimed for his leading roles in “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid” and “All The President’s Men,” in addition to his Oscar-winning directing of “Ordinary People,” died Tuesday, Sept. 16, at the age of 89. Alongside his successful cinematic career, Redford prioritized political advocacy and greatly impacted environmental sustainability initiatives at Pitzer College.
Redford served as Pitzer’s “special adviser” on environmental matters. In 2012, the college established its sustainability conservancy and honored Redford in its name. Devoted to socio-ecological justice and sustainability, the Robert Redford Conservancy provides hands-on student research opportunities, supports community engagement and encourages environmental advocacy.
Redford also helped announce Pitzer’s breakthrough fossil fuel divestment plan in 2014. The college then pioneered fossil fuel stock divestment for all private colleges and universities in California.
In 2016, President Barack Obama awarded Redford the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his accomplishments as an actor and activist.
Pitzer College is “deeply saddened” by Redford’s passing. The Conservancy is “honored to bear his name and continue his legacy” in all that they do.
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