Georgia Tech's Hewitt calls for shorter college hoops season Jun 18, 2008
"The season is too long, there are too many games and too many road trips, and the grades of these athletes show the consequences," said commission chairman William Kirwan, chancellor of the University of Maryland system. "Let's adopt a schedule that is in the best interest of the athletes, not the TV programmers.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Quotes from Maryland's Kirwan, Kentucky's Gillispie May 8, 2008
Brit Kirwan, chancellor of the University of Maryland system and co-chair of the Knight Commission, which works for reform in college athletics, opposes it. "It's so inappropriate for the university and the athletic departments to be engaged in recruiting students that age when they're still in junior high school. It's an abuse of students time, and it raises all sorts of questions in my mind of propriety. "Who knows who's going to be coaching at that university when the kid goes to college. (USA Today -- Sports)
Coach group concerned about rise of early commitments May 8, 2008
" Brit Kirwan, chancellor of the University of Maryland system and co-chair of the Knight Commission on Intercollegiate Athletics, which urges athletic reform, called the practice, "appalling. " Gillispie said more young players are playing competitive basketball more often than ever and are maturing quicker, so if coaches see someone they think will be an exceptional player, offers will be extended earlier than before. "It's a different game than 10-15 years ago," he said. Haney said the... (USA Today -- Sports)
Debate over younger recruits getting hotter May 8, 2008
"I find the practice appalling, quite frankly," says Brit Kirwan, chancellor of the University of Maryland system and co-chair of the Knight Commission, which urges reform in college athletics. "I certainly hope the NCAA will step in and put a stop to it. I certainly will voice my objection to (NCAA President) Myles Brand and others at the NCAA.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Booster supports school at all costs Apr 9, 2008
" Brit Kirwan, chancellor of the University of Maryland system, is co-chair of the Knight Commission, which urges reform in college athletics. "I'm not sure you can put a dollar value where you cross the line of being too much influence," Kirwan says. (But) "certainly at the level we're talking about here, there is always the perception, at the very least, of too much influence. " Kirwan sees another danger if boosters give money that leads to larger coaches' salary packages. "I think we are... (USA Today -- Sports)
Anti-P2P college bill advances in House Nov 16, 2007
The letter was signed by the chancellor of the University of Maryland system, the president of Stanford University, the general counsel of Yale University, and the president of Pennsylvania State University. "Such an extraordinarily inappropriate and punitive outcome would result in all students on that campus losing their federal financial aid--including Pell grants and student loans that are essential to their ability to attend college, advance their education, and acquire the skills necessary... (CNET News.com)
House votes for $500M in budget cuts Nov 15, 2007
There also has been a reduction of about 3 million for the University of Maryland System next year. The plan repeals a mandate to require 750,000 in state money to be provided to the Small Business Development Fund at the University of Maryland, College Park in fiscal year 2009 and each year after. (Carroll County Times)
Despite Drop in CD Sales, Music Industry Is Upbeat Apr 19, 2007
Last week, the RIAA sent "pre-litigation settlement letters" to 22 universities, including the University of Maryland system and the College of William & Mary, telling administrators that the RIAA is about to sue students for illegal downloading. The schools are asked to forward the letters to the students and tell them they have a chance to settle copyright violation claims against them before a lawsuit is filed. (Washington Post)
Fillmore High graduate returns to share insights about his success Mar 2, 2007
The company has drawn between 5,000 and 7,000 students to the University of Maryland system. At Moonwink s Restaurant on Wednesday, Mr. Lastoria spoke with local educators, school administrators and new and prospective business owners associated with ACCORD Corp. about the paths available for new business owners and the keys to developing entrepreneurs in the classroom. (Olean Times Herald, NY)
UMd. to look into lecturers' lack of benefits Dec 22, 2006
BALTIMORE (AP) -- The University of Maryland system is reviewing an employment practice that keeps as many as 300 full-time and long-term lecturers at five campuses from having the same benefits that most regular, full-time state employees receive, according to the Baltimore Sun. Throughout the university system, lecturers make up about a third of the full-time instructional work force, the newspaper reported. (Washington Times, DC)
A committed leader Nov 11, 2006
Battle will take over at A&T in July after four years in charge at Coppin State in Baltimore, a branch of the University of Maryland system. During that time, he helped elevate Coppin State from college to university status, increased enrollment to about 4,300, attracted more financial support, strengthened academic programs, including nursing, expanded outreach to inner-city schools and ushered in major technology improvements. (goTriad.com)
UM sets $1 billion goal for donors Oct 21, 2006
He said the $1 billion goal is "not an outlandish number," even though it is almost twice the fundraising goal for the entire University of Maryland system that he oversaw in 1997. Today, the 13-campus system, which encompasses 10 universities, one college and two research centers, has a cumulative goal of raising about $1. (SunSpot.net)
New commission named to tackle stem cell funding Jul 7, 2006
Members were picked by Ehrlich, legislative leaders, the University of Maryland system and. The commission will appoint a scientific peer review committee which will evaluate and recommend research proposals based on guidelines established by the commission, Tedco said. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Nik Caner-Medley Tabbed MVP at Terps' Annual Basketball Banquet Apr 21, 2006
Mitchell is currently a member of the University of Maryland system Board of Regents and is also a Building Partner of Comcast Center. 2005-06 Award Winners Most Valuable Player: Most Assists Award: Charles "Buck" Williams/Len Elmore Rebounding Award: Maryland Basketball Academic Award: Mr. Hustle Fastbreaker Award: Outstanding Free Throw Shooter Award: Sixth Man Award: Senior Awards: Brent Hartman (manager), , , Coach Morgan Wooten Lifetime Achievement Award: Bob Mitchell. (Umterps.com)
Colleges educating more with less money Mar 23, 2006
"To have a real chance at a good job and a high quality of life you almost have to have a college degree in this day and age," Britt Kirwan, chancellor of the University of Maryland system, said in an interview Tuesday. "The issue really is expanding (the) capacity of our institutions to provide students with an affordable, high-quality education. There, the level of state investment is just absolutely crucial.". (CNN -- Education)
