Michigan Tech has always prided itself in having administration that strives to be the best in the business of education. Glenn Mroz, president of MTU, has helped the school do just that, earning the 2010 NASPA Region IV-East President's Award.
NASPA, a professional organization of student affairs administrators in higher education, presented the award earlier this month.
He was recognized for his "demonstrated leadership in higher education and valuable contributions to Michigan Tech."
"The student affairs professionals here tonight do so much: provide guidance, create opportunities and help students become the people our world needs," Mroz said during his acceptance. "I cannot say enough about what you all do. Thank you for this recognition--I am truly honored."
In a letter of nomination, Les Cook, vice president for student affairs, said, "Under his leadership, the focus on students is evident. Michigan Tech has been incredibly successful in introducing new initiatives, programs and services to enrich the environment and the experience for our students."
Cook called Mroz's impact on Michigan Tech students "dramatic."
Mroz also received letters of support from Eli Vlaisavljevich, a 2010 alumnus, and Martha Richardson, chair of Michigan Tech's Board of Control.
Mroz has been president of Michigan Tech since 2004. Before that, he served as dean of Tech's School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science.
Writer: Sam Eggleston
Source: Les Cook, Michigan Tech University
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