Katz, a Wilson School professor and president of the American Council of Learned Societies, was recognized “for a career devoted to fostering public support for the humanities,” according to a White House press release.
Oates, a creative writing professor and the author of more than 50 novels, among other works, was recognized “for her contributions to American letters,” according to the statement.
“Works of art, literature, works of history; they speak to our condition and they affirm our desire for something more and something better,” Obama said at the ceremony.
“The arts and the humanities help us through the hard times and they remind us of what make the good times worthwhile. After all, the goal doesn’t always have to be so lofty. Sometimes, we just need a break, a chance to laugh or escape from the moment,” he added.
The president also presented the 2010 National Medal of Arts to 10 artists and patrons of the arts at the same ceremony.
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