The Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business at the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ is thrilled to announce thatÌýDr. Marc HurwitzÌýhas been named a recipient of the prestigious Distinguished Teacher Award (DTA) for 2025.
The DTA is the highest accolade for teaching awarded by the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ. Professor Marc Hurwitz’s selection for this prestigious honour speaks to his deep dedication to fostering student success, his innovative approach to teaching, and his profound influence on students both inside and outside the classroom.
The Conrad School has a unique history with this award, having had three faculty who were previous winners: Dr. Larry Smith, Dr. Howard Armitage (founder of the Conrad School), and Dr. Wayne Chang.
“This isÌýthe most meaningful award I could have received, and I am truly honoured. Thank you to the students who make me the teacher I am and the colleagues who support me.Ìý
Their enthusiasm, engagement, and insights continually inspire me to improve and innovate as an educator.â€
A Passion for Teaching and Learning
Professor Hurwitz has been a valued faculty member at the Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business since 2014, where he teaches courses in leadership, entrepreneurship, and consulting.
His approach to teaching extends far beyond traditional lecture-based learning. He actively integrates research into his courses, ensuring that students are exposed to the latest developments in leadership, entrepreneurship, and team dynamics.Ìý
His courses, including Management and Leadership, Essentials of Entrepreneurial Planning and Execution, and Corporate Innovation and Consulting, are renowned for their rigorous yet approachable curriculum and their focus on real-world problem solving.
His students regularly praise his ability to create a classroom environment that is bothÌýsupportive and intellectually stimulating. Through his innovative teaching methods, he has not only inspired students to excel academically but also encouraged them to apply what they learn in their careers, particularly in the fields of entrepreneurship and leadership.
Professor Hurwitz’s commitment to student success is also evident in his continuous feedback, mentorship, and willingness to adapt his teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of his students. He fosters a growth mindset, helping students develop both their academic and professional skills, all while encouraging them to embrace failure as a stepping stone to success.
“Marc is an inspiring and thought provoking instructor. I really love how well Marc blends theory and evidence into practice so that when I leave class I feel like have more tools in my tool box, but I’m also confident about when, where, and why each tool should be used. I also really appreciate how each session is designed to include some lecture content, but also lot’s of opportunity to explore the content in group work, through case studies and role play.â€
-Steve Fischer, part-time MBET
"It was a joy to be taught by Marc. His approach to teaching is extremely engaging, there's never a dull moment in his class. Marc used exercises to deliver knowledge throughout the course, which really made the information stick. Applying what I learned from Marc helped me grow my startup team from 4 to 12 in under two months, which fast-tracked our building and launch.Ìý
I'm very grateful to have had the honor of being his student."
-Ali Shaverdi, full-time MBET
A Well-Deserved Recognition
On behalf of the entire Conrad School community, we extend our heartfeltÌýcongratulationsÌýto Professor Hurwitz for receiving the Distinguished Teacher Award! His contributions to education are extraordinary, and we are fortunate to have him as part of our team.
Professor Hurwitz’s passion, commitment, and innovative approach to teaching have left a lasting mark on the students he teaches and the broader academic community.Ìý
This award is a well-deserved recognition of his exceptional work and the positive influence he continues to have on future leaders and entrepreneurs.
