The Inevitable City: The Resurgence of New Orleans and the Future of Urban America Featuring Scott Cowen, author and 14th president of Tulane University   After seven years of service as the president of Tulane University, Cowen watched the devastation of his beloved New Orleans at the hands of Hurricane Katrina. When federal, state, and city officials could not find their way to decisive action, Cowen, known for his gutsy leadership, quickly partnered with a coalition of civic, business, and nonprofit…

The Hampton Synagogue in partnership with The Jewish Book Council presents an array of the brightest and most outstanding 2015 authors. Author presentations followed by a dessert reception and book signing take place in the Edelstein Hall of the Kaylie Center. The Author Discussion Series is sponored by Dr. Gabriel Feldman in memory of his grandparents, Dr. Samuel H. Pohl and Mrs. Elsi Brickner Pohl. Books are available at Books & Books, 130 Main Street, Westhampton Beach.

Scott Cowen will discuss Hurricane Katrina and other themes of his book "The Inevitable City: The Resurgence of New Orleans and the Future of Urban America," which was released in paperback last month.

Scott Cowen will discuss Hurricane Katrina and other themes of his book "The Inevitable City: The Resurgence of New Orleans and the Future of Urban America," which was released in paperback last month.

Authors Night is a fundraiser to benefit the East Hampton Library that has grown to be the premier literary event of the Hamptons with 100 authors and more than 1,000 people in attendance. All proceeds go directly to the Library.

Inside the Ivory Tower: Chaos and Hope in Higher Education   Join Scott Cowen, President Emeritus and Distinguished University Chair, for an evening of conversation about visionary leadership and higher education. Beer, wine, and light hors d’oeuvres are included. Tulane Alumni Academy is a series designed to place alumni and friends of the institution into conversation with some of Tulane's brightest minds.