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The Leonard Schaeffer Medals

The Medal Awards are RAND's highest honor. They recognize individuals throughout the organization who have made exceptional contributions in support of RAND's mission and priorities. Leonard Schaeffer, a RAND trustee and member of the RAND Health Advisory Board, made a generous gift to endow the awards. To honor his gift, the top two awards are now known as “Leonard Schaeffer Medals.” Watch the video to learn more about Leonard's passion for honoring excellence and recognizing achievement at RAND.

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$3 Million Gift from Leonard D. Schaeffer Supports RAND Corporation Employee Recognition Program
The RAND Corporation has received a $3 million gift from health care executive Leonard D. Schaeffer to help endow RAND's employee recognition awards. The top award, given annually to two individuals or employee groups, will be renamed the Leonard Schaeffer Medals in recognition of the gift.
Jan 16, 2018
The Affordable Care Act: Change Is the Only Constant
Listen as Leonard D. Schaeffer, founding chairman and CEO of WellPoint and RAND’s 2014 Williams Laureate, discusses the effects of the Affordable Care Act.
Jun 12, 2014