Leon Botstein

Leon Botstein is an American psychiatrist, academic administrator, and author. He has served as the president of Bard College since 2001. Botstein is a prominent figure in the field of psychiatry and has written extensively on topics such as mental health and the humanities. He has also been a vocal critic of the pharmaceutical industry and has advocated for greater transparency in medical research. Botstein has received numerous awards for his contributions to education and mental health, including the National Medal of Science. He has also been a frequent commentator on television and radio, appearing on programs such as The Colbert Report and NPR's Morning Edition.