Edward Carlson

Edward E. Carlson Leadership and Public Service Center

In 1992, a gift from the Carlson family founded the Carlson Leadership and Public Service Center at the University of Washington (U.W.). "Since its inception, the Center has worked with faculty to extend classroom learning, help students make meaningful contributions to the community and promote the development of effective citizens and leaders. Through the Carlson Center each year, hundreds of U.W. students engage in public service."

Personal The Carlsons had two children, Gene and Janie. Carlson remained close to his former daughter-in-law Margaret Carlson even after the divorce.

Awards and honors Horatio Alger Award, 1975 Golden Plate Award of the American Academy of Achievement, 1972 University of Washington's Alumnus Summa Laude Dignatus Award, 1970 Seattle-King County Municipal League Outstanding Citizen, 1970 Seattle-King County Association of Realtors First Citizen, 1965