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| GRESHAM RILEY AWARD RECIPIENT 1997 |
Glenn E. Brooks
Glenn came to Colorado College in 1960 as one of the group of faculty
known as the "young turks," who were hired by then Presidents,
Louis T. Benezet. Fresh from earning his Ph.D. in political science, Glenn
set about making his mark as one of the great teachers of Colorado College
for a generation of students. His innate understanding of what the College
was all about led him to leadership roles within the faculty and, ultimately,
Dean of the College from 1979-87. Alumni remember Glenn most for his challenging
yet supportive style as a teacher and for his role in the creation of
what is now CC's most distinctive feature, the block Plan. Glenn doesn't
claim the title of "Father of the Block Plan" that others have
assigned to him, recognizing that it took the dedication and creativity
of many to find a new way to help young people learn. But the title seems
to stick, proof of his leadership in the process. Glenn's ability to assess
and look for ways to improve educational systems has been recognized by
others as well. Both Mexico and African countries have called upon Glenn
to help reconstruct their systems of higher education. But for alumni,
it is Glenn in the classroom, Glenn inviting students to his home, Glenn
becoming part of their lives and demonstrating what a commitment to learning
is all about, that is most cherished.
With gratitude for pioneering the learning environment that makes Colorado
College unique, as well as the rich legacy he leaves our community, it
gives us great pleasure to present Glenn Brooks with the Riley Award.
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