Everybody likes to be recognized for a job well done, including University of Memphis faculty.
The U of M's Distinguished Teaching Award Committee recently announced its 21 nominees for the Distinguished Teaching Award, and several U of M professors said they're pleased.
"It's quite an honor to be included in that group, particularly with the list of finalists they came down to, because that is a pretty impressive group of faculty," said Scott Southall, assistant professor of engineering technology. Southall won the College of Engineering Outstanding Teaching Award last Thursday.
"I guess I'm doing something right to get hit with two of these opportunities in one semester," he said.
"This is what we do. I love teaching and I would hope that people would recognize that," said Robert Marchini, a professor of physics, nominated for the award. "I think most students would agree that I work hard at my craft. They usually don't like me at first, but I grow on them like a virus.
"For my part I promised the students I would work as hard as I can, and I will not come (into class) and go through the motions, Marchini said. "I will do my best."
"This is a nice honor," said psychology professor Dr. Michael Lupfer. "Regardless of who wins I'm pleased to be among the number of nominees."
"I think it's an honor to be nominated, even if you don't win the award," said professor of instruction and curriculum leadership Bonnie Greer. "To be in the top 20 or 21 in The University faculty is an honor and a vote of confidence for the work you do everyday."
"The University stresses teaching, research and service as far as faculty responsibilities," said Dixie Crase, a former Distinguished Teacher Award recipient. "I think most faculty members really feel that teaching is the primary reason we are here. So, when we are nominated by faculty or students, particularly students, it's a very positive experience."
The award will be presented at the Spring 2001 Faculty Convocation.
