The Academic Scholar Award recognizes a member of the academic community who has demonstrated
excellence in research, inquiry and/or scholarship. Ferris State University embraces
a broad definition of scholarship that include emphasis on discovery, integration,
application, and/or teaching.
Awardees
2020 - Kali M. VanLangen
Kali VanLangen, Professor of Pharmacy, is the recipient of the 2020 Academic Scholar
Award for demonstrating excellence in research and scholarship and for modeling exceptional
qualities of the teacher-scholar model in discovery, integration, application, and
teaching.“Kali is an outstanding academic scholar with an increasingly significant
track record of excellence in research and scholarship,” said Thomas Dowling, Professor
and Assistant Dean for Professional Development and Research in the College of Pharmacy
in his nomination letter. “Her work has deeply improved our understanding of teaching
and learning within the pharmacy profession...”
In addition to teaching in the College of Pharmacy’s Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences
(AAPE), VanLangen is a course coordinator for three courses, provides didactic instruction,
and is an Internal Medicine Preceptor and an Academia Preceptor in the PGY-1 Residency
Program at Mercy Health Saint Mary’s.
VanLangen attributes collaboration with others to successfully getting research projects
to completion. “Collaboration allows you to discuss ideas and get energized from the
excitement of others while trying to develop innovative projects that address common
questions and help solve problems,” she said. “Collaboration also allows you to learn
from others' experience in order to enhance your own skills and abilities while also
giving you the opportunity to highlight your own skills with others. [It also] ...
forces me to stay on track with projects that may otherwise get pushed aside for newer
opportunities or other general responsibilities.”
VanLangen has published 10 scholarly manuscripts since 2012, with five of these as
first author in peer-reviewed journals such as the American Journal of Pharmaceutical
Education (AJPE) and Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning (CPTL). “Dr. VanLangen’s
scholarly work has generated significant new knowledge in pharmacy educational research
(also called the scholarship of teaching and learning or SOTL),” Dowling said. “This
work serves as an underpinning for future studies, particularly in the areas of electronic
health records in the curriculum, APPE readiness, and perceptions of Entrustable Professional
Activities (EPAs).”
In addition to writing two textbook chapters, and a review article used for professional
continuing education, and VanLangen, along with colleagues, designed and delivered
a new course on integrated therapeutics.
VanLangen serves the profession of pharmacy through leadership roles in professional
organizations, advises students and trainees in professional development, and is a
dedicated teacher. “I am very grateful for Dr. VanLangen as her guidance has helped
me evolve as a student pharmacist and I know many of my classmates are thankful as
well,” said Kamah Ellena Ferris State University Pharm.D. Candidate 2020. “Her dedication
to teaching students is incredible. Dr. VanLangen has not only made an impact in healthcare
through her clinical interventions and patient care, she has helped equip many young
pharmacists to make a difference and advocate for patients as well.”
VanLangen earned a Doctor of Pharmacy and an Associate of Science/Pre-Pharmacy, both
from Ferris state University.
VanLangen and other recipients of the 2020 Academic Affairs Awards will be recognized
at the virtual Employee Service Awards ceremony planned for Thursday, August 27, during
Kickoff Week.
The Adjunct Teaching Excellence Award recipient is recognized by colleagues and students
for demonstrated excellence in teaching.
Awardees
2022- Cindy Fitzwilliams-Heck
Cindy Fitzwilliams-Heck was selected as the recipient of the 2022 Adjunct Teaching
Excellence Award, which recognizes a member of the academic community who has demonstrated
exceptional, innovative teaching and a commitment to ensuring the quality of students’
learning experience. Dr. Fitzwilliams-Heck “believes in creating meaningful experiences
for students” with an ultimate intent “to create lifelong learners and environmental
stewards.” She utilizes a variety of instructional tools, assessments, and place-based
approaches to help students connect with course material and master concepts. Letters
of support describe Cindy as “creative,” “a wonderful educator,“ and “a statewide
leader in environmental education.” One student described how she “delivers her course
of instruction in a manner that captivates her students, even with the limitations
that online delivery presents.” In addition to teaching responsibilities in the College of Arts, Sciences and Education,
Dr. Fitzwilliams-Heck serves as advisor to the Outdoor Club RSO and is highly engaged
in professional organizations, particularly at the state and local level. We are fortunate
to have Cindy Fitzwilliams-Heck as a member of the Ferris community and are pleased
to recognize her with this award.
2020 - Jordan C. Horan
Known for his innovative and creative teaching, enthusiastic ability to engage and
motivate his students, and high academic standards, Jordan Horan was selected as the
recipient of the 2020 Non-Tenure Track Teaching Excellence Award.“In a pool of highly
qualified and well-deserving candidates, Jordan Horan rose to the top for this recognition
as a valuable member of the Ferris community,” wrote the Non-Tenure Track Teaching
Excellence Award Committee on selecting Horan.
“Horan incorporates activities that allow students to engage with various resources
available at Ferris, including the SHOAH Genocide database and Jim Crow Museum of
Racist Memorabilia,” the Award Committee wrote. “He maintains a nurturing learning
environment while holding students to high standards and encouraging them to develop
their critical thinking skills. Students describe him as “influential,” “passionate,”
and “one of the best
Horan teaches Personality Psychology and Introduction to Psychology courses as well
as serves as a guest lecturer in other classes. He is engaged with student-involved
research as a Co-Faculty research advisor with Dr. Christopher Redker, serves on the
Shoah Genocide Education Faculty Committee, and as an Advisory Board Member on the
Political Engagement Project. He has presented at regional conferences, including
the Midwestern Psychology Association conference.
In her support letter, English, Literature, and World Languages professor Sarah Rescoe
said that “Jordan exemplifies what it means to be a top-tier instructor at Ferris;
he provides his students with a solid understanding of introductory psychology through
quality, innovative instruction in a nurturing, structured classroom environment that
extends far beyond that of a traditional college classroom.”
“Jordan emphasizes a pastoral role with his concurrent (high school) enrollment students,
who, without such an adaptable and empathetic instructor and tailored, supportive
learning environment, might otherwise be unprepared or overwhelmed by the transition
from high school to college,” she continued.
Jennifer Johnson, Professor of Geography, writes this of Horan. “His student evaluations
ring with high praise, with many students describing him as knowledgeable, skilled
at introducing real-world connections, encouraging to students who need help, and
one of the best professors they've had. This is especially impressive when you realize
that his students include both main campus students and students from several local
high schools, where he teaches dual enroll classes for our department. Teaching a
class at the high school requires a slightly different skill set and a certain adeptness
that provides pedagogical flexibility, and Professor Horan does well in both settings.”
Horan earned a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Western Michigan University
and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Ferris. He is a Limited License Psychologist.
Horan and other recipients of the 2020 Academic Affairs Awards will be recognized
at the virtual Employee Service Awards ceremony planned for Thursday, August 27, during
Kickoff Week.
The Distinguished Service Award is conferred upon a faculty member who has served
the community through activities such as leadership in departmental college and/or
university committees; participation in activities that contribute to the well-being
of the institution; leadership in local, regional, state, national or international
professional organizations; and mentoring colleagues and students.
Awardees
2022 - Nick Kuiper
Professor Nick Kuiper is without question a critical contributor to service activities
for the Television and Digital Media Production (TDMP) program, to the School of Digital
Media, and to Ferris State University as a whole. His impressive contributions to
the university include, lead on a new endowed scholarship fundraising campaign, 6+
years as advisor/co-advisor for the Media Communications Association RSO, and 30+
hours of peer review and student evaluations for multiple national awards. Professor
Kuiper’s contributions have extended beyond the classroom where he has created, edited,
and produced films for the Open Arms Child Advocacy Center and the Newaygo County
Council for the Prevention of Child Abuse, FIRST Robotics, Women’s Information Services
(WISE) organization, and “A New Normal” Ferris State University documentary. Congratulations,
Professor Nick Kuiper, recipient of the 2021-2022 Distinguished Service Award!
2021 - SARS-CoV-2 Testing Task Force
Jim Bachmeier
Lindsay Barber
Steve Durst
Mark Eichenberg
Bobby Fleischman
Lincoln Gibbs
Deanna Goldthwait
Stephen Halko
Gheretta Harris
Anne Hawkinsbadge
Emmanuel Jadhav
Leonard Johnson
Mike Klepser
Mike McKay
Jeremy Mishler
Sky Pike
Joy Pulsifer
Michelle Rasmussen
Michael Reger
Minji Sohn
Jeanine Ward-Roof
2020 - Suzanne Eberle
Professor of Art History Suzanne Eberle is the recipient of the 2020 Distinguished
Service Award for her commitment and dedication to her students and her immeasurable
influence and leadership in service to Kendall College of Art and Design (KCAD) and
the greater Grand Rapids community.Recently retired, Eberle served at KCAD for 41+
years and taught Art History and general education courses. She is known as a master
teacher and mentor to students and colleagues alike. In her philosophy of service
statement she said that she teaches the essential components of art history courses
but that “equally important is facilitating deep thinking and critique, reading and
assessing research, writing and speaking about art and design; and it is perhaps most
effective to model these processes and to spark an enthusiasm for a life of the mind
Joseph Antenucci Becherer, Professor of Art History at the University of Notre Dame,
said in his support letter that “Words are ever so pale in comparison to what Sue
Eberle has actually done and continues to do for the discipline of art history in
the classroom. Dr. Suzanne Eberle PhD is simply one of the best educators the discipline
of art history has ever had. A teacher, always, and a scholar, certainly; moreover,
she is a humanist-cum-ambassador that has introduced legions of undergraduate and
graduate students, museum patrons, docents and conference attendees to the power and
majesty of art history.”
Eberle’s leadership contributions to KCAD have been extensive and influential. “During
her tenure, Dr. Eberle initiated and led the development efforts for the college's
Bachelor of Science degree in Art History [which] … provides curricular support for
the college's 16 additional undergraduate programs,” Tara McCrackin, President of
KCAD said. “Later in her tenure, Dr. Eberle led the research into and then helped
guide the efforts to develop the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Fashion Studies.
Both of these programs have a strong history of innovation within their curricular
experiences supporting both students and industry needs, ensuring long-term success
for KCAD graduates within their fields of study.”
Eberle played a pivotal role in establishing a cross-disciplinary group to develop
a new model of general education at KCAD. “In terms of furthering the well-being of
Ferris, Sue's service has been similarly significant,” Professor of Graphic Design
Angela Dow said. "As a colleague, Sue has always been a part of every important curricular
discussion, and her prolific knowledge of design and the arts and her wise counsel
helps us all to make our programs better, more thoughtful, and more relevant. She
has been a fully engaged participant in all of the most crucial committees at the
institution, working collaboratively and across disciplines to solve problems and
innovate.”
Professor and Chair of Art History, Anne Norcross, and Professor and Chair of General
Education, Susanna Kelly Engbers, who together nominated Eberly for the award speak
to Eberle’s service to professional organizations and scholarship. “Sue's particular
gift, however, is in bringing art history to the wider professional art and design
community. In that capacity, she has presented countless lectures in West Michigan;
has worked in a leadership capacity at the Grand Rapids Art Museum, including training
docents there; and serves on the Board of Directors and the Sculpture Advisory Committee
at the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.” She has also presented yearly at
the School of Visual Arts Conference on Liberal Arts and the Education of Artists
as well as at the Costume Society of America.
In 2019, Eberle established the Suzanne Pilat Eberle Endowed Scholarship for Arts
History and Fashion Studies majors to continue to influence students. The scholarship
has already begun to help students as the first recipient received an award for the
2019-2020 academic year.
Eberle earned a Doctor of Philosophy in English with a concentration in Art Historical
and Literary relationships and a Bachelor of Art double major in Art History and English,
with a minor in history, both from the University of Detroit.
Eberle and other recipients of the 2020 Academic Affairs Awards will be recognized
at the virtual Employee Service Awards ceremony planned for Thursday, August 27, during
Kickoff Week.
The Distinguished Teacher Award recognizes Ferris State University faculty for their
dedication to and excellence in teaching.
Awardees
2022- Eric Warner
The Distinguished Teacher Award Committee is proud to announce Dr. Eric Warner as
the 2021-2022 winner. Dr. Warner is an Associate Professor of Spanish and French in
the Department of English, Literature, and World Languages and has been at Ferris
since 2009. The committee was thoroughly impressed with both Dr. Warner’s teaching
credential, as well as, his performance in the classroom. During the committee’s classroom
observations, Dr. Warner demonstrated thoughtful engagement with his students and
a clear passion for what he teaches. Dr. Warner is an excellent example of the Ferris
faculty group and is most deserving of this year’s award. Congratulations, Dr. Eric
Warner, recipient of the 2021-2022 Distinguished Teacher Award!.
2021 - Patrick Bishop
The Distinguished Teacher Award Committee was so pleased to select our truly inspirational
colleague. His passion and lifelong dedication to teaching and Ferris State University
was evident in all phases of the selection process. The sincerity and commitment
that he has for his students and the College of Business is absolutely amazing. We
also applauded his significant effort in the dissemination of teaching experiences
to the academic community. For these reasons and so many more, we offer our congratulations
to Dr. Patrick Bishop, the 2020-2021 recipient of the Academic Senate’s Distinguished
Teacher Award.
2020 - Lori A. Faulkner
Kendall College of Art and Design Associate Professor and Fashion Studies Program
Director Lori A. Faulkner has been named Ferris State University’s Distinguished Teacher
Award recipient for 2019-20.
2019 - Tracy N. Busch 2018 - Deborah Rockman 2017 - John Scott Gray 2016 - Sharon Colley 2014 - Jennifer Johnson and Gary Huey 2013 - Avesh Raghunandan 2012 - Clifton Franklund 2011 - Greg Gogolin 2010 - Richard Goosen 2009 - Daniel Adsmond 2008 - Khagendra Thapa 2007 - Mary Murnik 2006 - Pasquale Di Raddo 2005 - Robert McCullough and Fred Heck 2004 - David Pilgrim 2003 - Phillip Middleton, David Hanna, and David Aiken 2002 - Sheila MacEachron 2001 - J. Randall Groves and Abdollah Ferdowsi 2000 - Richard J. Pisacreta and Daniel Noren 1999 - James (Ted) Walker and Maryanne Heidemann 1998 - Mitchell LeClaire and Walt Hoeksema 1997 - J. Randall Vance 1996 - Caroline Stern and Michael Keating 1995 - Judy Schottle and Maude Bigford 1994 - Edward Stuart and Fred Lovgren 1993 - Terry Nerbonne and Douglas Fonner 1992 - John H. Landis and Bruce L. Beetley 1991 - Gary C. Horn and Roxanne M. Cullen 1990 - Marilyn Keigley and Christine Towner 1989 - Mark A. Curtis and James D. Maas 1988 - Robert C. Ferguson and Garth S. McHattie 1987 - Michael C. Cooper and Rose Ann Swartz 1986 - Ada Lou Carson 1985 - Julia H. Bonkowski and James P. Lehnert 1984 - Robert E. Friar and Newell H. Johnson 1983 - Herbert L. Carson 1982 - Michael D. Ells and Neill H. Nutter 1981 - Richard A. Santer 1980 - Sidney P. Sytsma 1979 - Joseph J. Mitala 1978 - Richard L. Shaw 1977 - Max T. Yeley 1976 - Barbara L. Sengelaub 1975 - Everett J. Nienhouse 1974 - Roger F. Kennedy 1973 - Richard D. Hunter 1972 - George N. Holcomb 1971 - Kenneth O. McManis 1970 - Robert K. Harry 1969 - Frank J. Karas 1968 - Karlis Kazerovskis 1967 - Garnet E. Zimmerman 1966 - George H. Wells 1965 - Marguerite W. Jeserich 1964 - June B. Carr 1963 - Ralph E. Pattullo
The Diversity Enhancement Award is conferred upon a faculty or staff member who has
demonstrated a significant commitment to enhancing diversity and harmonious relationships
at Ferris State University.
Awardees 2020 - Anuli U. Njoku
Associate Professor of Public Health Anuli Njoku has been chosen as the 2020 Diversity
Enhancement Award recipient for her contributions in fostering diversity and inclusion
through her teaching, leadership, and scholarship. “Dr. Njoku exhibits a spirit of
diversity through her efforts to develop world-class health leaders by teaching students
about health disparities and cultural competence in healthcare,” wrote the Diversity
Enhancement Award committee.
Formerly the Excellence in Course Assessment Award, beginning in 2020 the Excellence
in Assessment Award now recognizes individuals or teams that have demonstrated excellence
in the use of assessment data to improve student learning, retention, the learning
environment, and/or a culture of continuous improvement. All members of the University
community are eligible for this award.
Awardees 2020 - Kathryn Wolfer
The annual review of nominations for the Excellence in Assessment Award is a high
point in the year for the Academic Affairs Assessment Committee, and this year was
no exception. As a committee, we were honored to be given the opportunity to learn
about the exciting assessment work that is taking place throughout the institution
and we wish to extend are deepest gratitude to you for exemplifying such excellent
work. Your contributions are highly valued and greatly appreciated.
2020 - 2019-2020 Michigan College of Optometry Assessment Committee Members: Alison
Jenerou, Lillian Kalaczinski, Amy Dinardo, and Sarah Hinkley
The annual review of nominations for the Excellence in Assessment Award is a high
point in the year for the Academic Affairs Assessment Committee, and this year was
no exception. As a committee, we were honored to be given the opportunity to learn
about the exciting assessment work that is taking place throughout the institution
and we wish to extend are deepest gratitude to you for exemplifying such excellent
work. Your contributions are highly valued and greatly appreciated.
The MCO Assessment Committee is to be commended for the incredible progress made during
their inaugural year to lead college faculty and administrators through the development
of program level outcomes, design curriculum mapping, continue to implement ExamSoft,
and establish an annual reporting process. These efforts, while incredibly complex,
are described in a straightforward and elegant manner through the MCO Assessment Plan.
The focus of these efforts on using data to “close the loop” and drive programmatic
change is an exemplary model of a comprehensive approach to assessment.
The International Educator Award recognizes an individual who has exemplified a high
level of involvement in international activities including:
Student-oriented activities such as organizing and leading study abroad programs,
arranging and monitoring international internships, advising student organizations,
and hosting international students Curricular activities such as offering international/intercultural courses that add
to those typically taught in one's discipline as well as developing programs that
move beyond one's disciplinary boundaries Scholarly activities such as research and grants, paper presentations and publications,
sabbaticals, Fulbright and other international exchanges Other activities such as organizing special events including festivals and conferences,
arranging for speakers and visiting lecturers, serving on related University committees,
and presenting workshops to other educators, community groups and organizations
Awardees
2023 - Lori Faulkner
Professor Lori A. Faulkner is this year’s recipient of the International Educator
Award. Professor Faulkner chairs the Pamella Roland School of Fashion at KCAD. She
recognized early on that many of her students had never traveled outside Michigan,
and most had never been outside the country. To bridge this gap, she has become a
tremendous advocate of study-abroad experiences. Over the years, Professor Faulkner
has led students on trips to Paris, London, Hong Kong, China, Greece, and Australia.
She sees these trips as opportunities for students to experience life “outside their
bubble” so they better understand and appreciate the global nature of the fashion
industry.
Her support of international students on KCAD’s campus and her firm commitment to
increasing the diversity of the student body creates a space where acceptance is the
norm and learning from each other’s differences enriches their collective educational
experience. Professor Faulkner’s support for international education includes recognizing
and responding to these student’s needs for additional support; and she maintains
relationships with them long after graduation.
2022 - Piram Prakasam
Dr. Piram Prakasam has been a tireless advocate for International Education at Ferris
since he began service work as a leading member of the Globalization Initiative in
2008 and through the course of his tenure as Director and Executive Director of the
Office of International Education from 2010 through November 2021. Dr. Prakasam and
his legacy of collaboration, ingenuity, and comprehensive internationalization efforts
deserve rich recognition. Over the years, he collaboratively developed and communicated
an aspirational vision for international education at Ferris. He also planned, executed,
and supported steps needed to actualize this vision, and has had many successes. Congratulations,
Dr. Piram Prakasam, recipient of the 2021-2022 International Educator Award!
2021 - Christian Peterson
Dr. Christian Peterson is an outstanding International Scholar-Educator. He embodies
Ferris State’s core values of Excellence, Learning and Collaboration. His teaching,
scholarly work and service brings global perspective on contemporary geopolitical
challenges to students, faculty, staff and the larger community. He works closely
with faculty, staff and the Office of International Education to engage external partners
to bring global awareness to our students. Dr. Peterson is actively involved in international
collaboration with partner Universities and is actively sought by Michigan media houses
for his expertise. He richly deserves the recognition as the 2021 International Educator
of the Year award for going above and beyond the call of duty to prepare our students
for our global economy and society.
2020 - Lianne Briggs
Dr. Lianne Briggs is a passionate advocate for global competency and student success.
She embodies Ferris State’s core values of Learning, Collaboration, Ethical Community
and Opportunity. As a dedicated educator, Dr. Briggs has gone above and beyond to
connect students with study abroad opportunities for College of Business students.
She worked hard to creatively find affordable and accessible study abroad opportunities
has helped many students over the years. She richly deserves the recognition as the
2020 International Educator of the year award for removing barriers to making Education
Abroad accessible to students and opening the doors of opportunity for student success.
2019 - Tracy N. Busch 2018 - Christine Vonder Haar 2017 - Ana Dávila 2016 - Michael Berghoef 2015 - Greg Gogolin 2011 - Caroline Stern 2010 - Maryanne Heidemann 2009 - Phillip Watson 2008 - John Jablonski 2007 - Phillip Middleton 2006 - John Caserta 2005 - Adnan Dakkuri 2004 - Sandra Alspach 2003 - Daniel Noren 2002 - James (Ted) Walker 2001 - J. Penny Wheeler 2000 - Dr. Manuel Puerta
The Outstanding Academic Advisor Award recognizes an academic advisor who has demonstrated
excellence in such areas as providing superior service to students and/or developing
innovative advising strategies and tools.
Awardees 2020 - Dave Schrock
Known as a caring and highly effective coach, teacher, and mentor, David Schrock,
Professional Advisor for the College of Arts, Sciences and Education (CAS), has been
chosen as the recipient for the 2020 Outstanding Academic Advisor award.
Since 2015, Schrock has been the Professional Advisor for Integrative Studies, Liberal
Arts, Political Science, Social Work, and Sociology majors, the recruiting representative
for the CAS, and the liaison between CAS faculty/staff and Degree Works software programmers
and developers. He taught communication classes at Ferris from 2006 - 2014 and continues
teaching as a FSUS 100 course instructor.
Schrock thinks of his advisees as a few hundred "little brothers and sisters" that
he advises each semester. More than someone who helps students choose classes, he
sees an advisor as one who “provides students the necessary tools and motivation to
start their transition into adulthood in a way that increases their likelihood for
a successful professional and personal life.”
With her office on the same floor as Schrock, Rebecca Sammel, Associate Professor
in English, Literature, and World Languages, says that she has had the opportunity
to experience Schrock’s expertise, wide range of knowledge, and mentoring in action.
“He has an unfailingly positive and encouraging attitude toward students, and his
commitment and professionalism is outstanding,” she said. “He has gifts and talents
that he brings to bear on his interactions with students, plus a very real kindness
and deep sense of compassion. He has won awards for his Professional Development activities,
and his friendly, kind and encouraging advising has demonstrably resulted in students
successfully completing their degrees.”
Schrock’s colleagues remark that he is an exceptional communicator. “The level of
care that Dave gives to students is seconded by none. He takes time to get to know
the students as individuals - their academic interests, strengths, career plans, of
course, but also the unique needs they may have,” Assistant Professor of Social Work
Elizabeth Post said. “There have been so many times that he has helped a student in
a way that is likely not in his job description, from coaching over a personal setback,
to some counseling about tough living situations, being a cheerleader when students
are feeling like they can't make it, or just being a safe adult who checks in when
something more serious has happened in their lives, ” Post said.
Schrock is known for his work with First-Generation Students and assisting at Summer
Orientation and Registration with incoming students and their parents. “Dave is a
huge hit; he makes them feel at ease right away, and communicates with them on a very
welcoming down-to-earth, approachable demeanor,” Sammel said.
Abigail Lewandowski, a graduate student at Western Michigan University, was an advisee
of Schrock. “Dave has excellent interpersonal skills. He listens, critically responds
to inquiries, is always willing to do further research if he is unsure, and genuinely
cares about any subject that comes up in conversation,” Lewandowski said. “In addition,
through our frequent visits we developed a friendship and I often turned to him to
vent and for personal advice. He is an amazing advisor with a heart of gold who will
always go above and beyond to make sure his advisees are reaching their full potential.”
Schrock earned a Master of Arts in Speech Communication and a Bachelor of Applied
Arts in Interpersonal and Public Communication both from Central Michigan University.
This award recognizes an individual who has made significant contributions to the
academic and/or personal lives of first-year students. This award is open to faculty
and staff in all areas of the University.
Awardees 2019 - Sarah Rescoe 2018 - Anne Spain 2017 - Brooke Moore 2015 - Charles Malone 2014 - Shelly VandePanne 2013 - Joanne Robertson 2012 - Not awarded 2011 - Kent Sun 2010 - Lori Armstrong 2009 - Susan McNamara 2008 - Paul Jackson 2007 - Sharon Bell 2006 - Richard Griffin
This award recognizes a faculty or staff member who has demonstrated exemplary commitment
and contributions to the political knowledge, skills, and motivation of members of
the FSU community.
The Academic Excellence Award was awarded for the final time in 2007. This award recognizes
a member of the academic community who has demonstrated excellence in such areas as
the development of innovative teaching and learning strategies, professional service
or research, and service to students.
Awardees 2007 - Yaron Felus 2006 - Andrew Kantar 2005 - James Paramore (Emeritus) and Phillip Watson 2004 - J. Randall Vance 2003 - Robert Burtch 2002 - Abdollah Ferdowsi 2001 - Sandra Alspach 2000 - David Pilgrim, Maryanne Heidemann and Adnan Dakkuri
The Exemplary Online Course Award recognizes Ferris faculty who have successfully
pioneered online courses in their discipline during a time period in which online
courses offered a relatively new method of instruction.
