TNE Kickoff Celebration

October 1, 2004

Dr. Vartan Gregorian, president of the Carnegie Corporation, presented on Teacher Education Gregorian Kicks-Off Teacher Ed Reform Initiative (UConn Advance - Oct 12, 2004) Photos Poster (.pdf) Schedule (.pdf)

Students do not fail; teachers fail, said Vartan Gregorian, president of the Carnegie Corp. of New York, during his keynote speech at the Teachers for a New Era inaugural event October 1.

More than 200 people gathered in the Student Union Theatre to hear the distinguished scholar's perspective on American schools and the UConn's role in Carnegie's teacher education reform initiative.

"I'm here today for two reasons; to pay tribute to you and to expect service from you," said Gregorian, who recently received recognition for his service to the nation.

Gregorian, who is credited with revitalizing the New York Public Library, served as provost of the University of Pennsylvania, president of Brown University, and has taught at four other institutions of higher education. Recently, he was awarded the nation's highest civil award, the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

After Gregorian cited a list of UConn's successes, he said, "We acknowledge your accomplishments, your stature. But recognition brings challenge on behalf of our nation's schools and the nation's future. The time is right for intervention."

Listen interesting parts of Dr. Gregorian's Speech:

	Are universities prepared?	( 9.07 MB, 0:20 min)
	Democracy and Excellence	( 22.8 MB, 0:48 min)
	Design Principles	( 46.4 MB, 1:39 min)
	Expectations	( 72.5 MB, 0:48 min)
	Not just another Profession	( 18.6 MB, 0:40 min)
	Noble Profession	( 05.6 MB, 0:12 min)
	Profession needs respect	(46.0 MB, 1:41 min)
	Leadership	( 28.7 MB, 1:18 min)
	Importance of Teachers	( 56.5 MB, 2:03 min)