University System of Maryland (USM) Chancellor William E. (Brit) Kirwan has been named the recipient of the 2010 TIAA-CREF Theodore M. Hesburgh Award for Leadership Excellence, which recognizes leadership and commitment to higher education.
“Chancellor Kirwan brings a collaborative and cooperative leadership style to higher education welcoming all viewpoints,” Stephanie Bell-Rose, Managing Director and Head of the TIAA-CREF Institute, said. “This coupled with his forward thinking makes him one of the nation’s most dynamic and effective higher education leaders and we are so pleased to honor him today.”
Chancellor Kirwan received the award last week at the American Council on Education’s Annual Meeting. For more information, click here.
