Daniel Gilbert ’81 | College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Distinguished Alumni Award
Mar 4, 2025
Daniel Gilbert received a bachelor of arts in psychology. He is currently the Edgar Pierce Professor of Psychology at Harvard University and is renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to psychology. He is an elected member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and a recipient of the Association for Psychological Science’s prestigious William James Award. Daniel’s book, “Stumbling on Happiness,” achieved immense success, spending six months on The New York Times bestseller list and selling over a million copies worldwide.
Daniel’s impact extends beyond academia. He is the host and co-writer of the award-winning NOVA television series, “This Emotional Life,” which reached over 10 million viewers in its initial airing. His collaboration with Prudential on retirement-saving commercials was highly successful, marking a milestone in financial services advertising. Daniel’s influence spans media platforms, with contributions to Time, The New York Times, and NPR’s “All Things Considered”, as well as appearances on major television shows, including The Today Show, and TED Talks with over 30 million views.