Robert E. Slavin Endowed Professorship Recognizes Johns Hopkins Global Researcher and His Work Pushing the Field of Education Forward
As a prominent education researcher, Robert “Bob” Slavin impacted countless young learners and school districts across the country. The inaugural Johns Hopkins School of Education Distinguished Professor and director of the school’s Center for Research and Reform in Education (CRRE), Slavin spent his entire career making schools better for kids, alongside his wife and research partner, Nancy Madden, PhD.
Together, Slavin, A&S ’75 (PhD), and Madden, a School of Education professor and CRRE colleague, collaborated on education initiatives, including literacy and improving education in underserved communities.
After Slavin’s passing in April 2021, Madden, along with family, friends, and other generous donors, honored his achievements and dedication to education reform by establishing the Robert E. Slavin Endowed Professorship — the second named professorship at the School of Education. The dedication and installation of the professorship took place in 2024 on Slavin’s birthday: September 17.
