Theodore M. Hesburgh Faculty Development Award

The program seeks to strengthen the teaching tradition at US undergraduate colleges and universities by acknowledging and rewarding exceptional faculty-development programs. The award will be presented to the college or university judged to have the most effective faculty-development program. Certificates of Excellence also will be awarded to five other meritorious faculty-development programs. The winners will be chosen by a panel of experts in the field of higher education. The award will be presented at the annual meeting of the American Council on Education. To receive a brochure, which includes entry guidelines, criteria, and profiles of winning programs, call (800) 842-2733 ext 7302.

Restrictions: While more than one program may be submitted, no institution will receive more than one award.

Requirements: US undergraduate colleges and universities--both public and private, two- and four-year--are eligible for nomination. Nominated programs should have a proven three-year track record. Faculty-development programs should be nominated by the sponsoring institution and approved by its president or academic dean.

Sample Award(s): Community College of Denver (CO)--for innovative undergraduate faculty development programs (2000).

Amount of Grant: $30,000

Date(s) Application Is Due: October 1. Receipt of application satisfies deadline date requirements.

Contact: Diane Oakley, Vice President, (800) 842-2008 or (202) 637-8915, fax: (202) 637-8930

Sponsor:
Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association College Retirement Equities Fund
730 Third Ave
New York, NY 10017-3206