Theodore Hesburgh

TIAA Institute Awards Christina H. Paxson with Hesburgh Award for Leadership Excellence in Higher Education

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Monday, April 17, 2023

NEW YORK, April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After years of leading a university that has spurred economic development, created a more equitable campus community and developed new ways to support undocumented, low-income and first-generation college students, Brown University President Christina H. Paxson is the recipient of the 2023 TIAA Institute Hesburgh Award for Leadership Excellence.

Key Points: 
  • It's presented to a current college or university president or chancellor for outstanding leadership of their institution and broad impact on higher education and society.
  • Paxson was honored for her leadership of Brown initiatives that have improved health, education and economic well-being for residents of Providence and throughout Rhode Island.
  • "I am honored to receive this award celebrating the legacy of Father Hesburgh and his commitment to education and service," Paxson said.
  • Established in 1993, the Hesburgh Award recognizes leadership and commitment to higher education and contributions to the greater good.