Excellence in Teaching by Career Track Faculty

Purpose

Recognizes career track faculty who demonstrate excellence in and outstanding commitment to classroom teaching.

Criteria

Demonstrated excellence in classroom teaching, including specific examples of pedagogical innovation or scholarship, meritorious classroom performance, a range of teaching responsibilities, outstanding student evaluations, and instructional contributions outside the classroom.

Specific Eligibility

Career track faculty in any academic unit within the College of Arts and Sciences.


Questions?

Contact the Office of the Dean at cas.awards@wsu.edu or 509-335-4581.

Required Materials

All nomination packets must include the following materials:

  • Nominee’s Curriculum Vitae
  • Date of first faculty appointment at WSU
  • Nomination Letter (Limit of one page)

A broad description of why the nominee is deserving of the award. Cite specific examples of relevant accomplishments and meritorious teaching. Focus on the impact of the nominee’s work within the discipline, across the institution, and/or on students. Include internal and external recognition of note.