Outstanding Teaching Awards

Michelle Sizemore – Department of English
Michelle Sizemore, a faculty member in the Department of English, has received the Outstanding Teaching Award in the humanities. She is recognized for her commitment to student learning and excellence in the classroom. 

Jonathan Allison – Department of English
Jonathan Allison has been honored with the CAREER Award in the humanities category of the Outstanding Teaching Awards. His recognition reflects a sustained commitment to teaching excellence and student engagement.

William Gannon – Department of Physics and Astronomy
William Gannon, of the Department of Physics and Astronomy, has received the Outstanding Teaching Award in the natural and mathematical sciences. The award recognizes outstanding contributions to undergraduate education and instruction.

Angel Armenta – Department of Psychology
Angel Armenta, a faculty member in the Department of Psychology, has been recognized with the Outstanding Teaching Award in the behavioral and social sciences. The award honors excellence in teaching and dedication to student success.

James Sares – Department of Philosophy
James Sares has received the Outstanding Teaching Award for lecturers. The award recognizes exceptional instructional contributions and commitment to student learning.

Award for Excellence in Teaching Large Courses

Danielle Herrig – Department of Biology
Danielle Herrig, a faculty member in the Department of Biology, has received the Award for Excellence in Teaching Large Courses. The honor recognizes outstanding instruction and engagement in high-enrollment classroom settings.

Award for Innovative Teaching

Maggie Macdonald – Department of Political Science
Maggie MacDonald has been recognized with the Award for Innovative Teaching for her commitment to advancing teaching practices and student learning. The award celebrates creativity and innovation in the classroom.

Outstanding Undergraduate Research Mentoring Awards

David Jensen – Department of Mathematics
David Jensen, a faculty member in the Department of Mathematics, has received the Outstanding Undergraduate Research Mentoring Award. The award recognizes exceptional mentorship and support of undergraduate researchers.

Robin Cooper – Department of Biology
Robin Cooper has received the CAREER Award designation in conjunction with the Outstanding Undergraduate Research Mentoring Award. The recognition highlights a commitment to undergraduate research and student development.

Outstanding Graduate Student Mentoring Awards

Ann Morris – Department of Biology
Ann Morris has been recognized with an Outstanding Graduate Student Mentoring Award. The award honors exceptional guidance, support and professional development of graduate students.

Shannon Sauer-Zavala – Department of Psychology
Shannon Sauer-Zavala has also received an Outstanding Graduate Student Mentoring Award. The recognition reflects excellence in mentoring and supporting graduate student success.

Outstanding Faculty Peer Mentoring Award

Jessica Santollo – Department of Biology
Jessica Santollo has received the Outstanding Faculty Peer Mentoring Award for her commitment to supporting and mentoring fellow faculty members. The award recognizes contributions that foster professional growth and collaboration among colleagues.

Community of Belonging Award

Kate Ponto – Department of Mathematics
Kate Ponto has been honored with the Community of Belonging Award. The award recognizes efforts to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment throughout the college community.

Distinguished Service and Engagement Awards

Jessica Burris – Department of Psychology
Jessica Burris has received the Distinguished Service and Engagement Award for service. The award recognizes significant contributions in service to the department, college and university community.

David Westneat – Department of Biology
David Westneat has received the Distinguished Service and Engagement Award for community engagement. The honor recognizes meaningful contributions that strengthen connections between the university and broader communities.