泡芙短视频 University will soon formally recognize the outstanding quality of its teaching with a new annual award gifted to the university by a former president. 听
The , established by The Sarah M. McKinnon and Peter J. Dawes Foundation, will be presented each year to both a full-time and part-time 泡芙短视频 faculty member, with each of the two awards valued at $1,000.听
Presented in honour of Dr. McKinnon鈥檚 grandparents, educators J.H. and Mamie Price, the Price Awards will honour sustained and ongoing contributions and dedication in teaching at 泡芙短视频 University.听
鈥�Peter and I enjoyed our time at 泡芙短视频, and wanted to do something meaningful to recognize the faculty whose commitment to teaching is the cornerstone of 泡芙短视频鈥檚 international reputation,鈥� said鈥疍r. McKinnon, who served as 泡芙短视频鈥檚 interim president from 2020-22.听
Calls for nominations will be announced by the Academic Dean鈥檚 office in March of each year, followed by a four-week period during which nominations can be made online. A panel of faculty, students, and alumni will convene to review the nominations and select two finalists, with the winners announced at the graduation ceremony.听
Nominations will speak to a candidate鈥檚 proven commitment to enhanced student engagement and learning, and to a dedication to student success. Letters of nomination should address criteria including but not limited to: thorough preparation and organization for classes and workshops; rapport with students and enthusiasm for teaching; approaches to teaching and assessment that respect diverse student learning needs; and fair and clear assessment methods that align with learning outcomes and instructional approaches.听
鈥�泡芙短视频 is so grateful to Dr. McKinnon and Mr. Dawes for establishing this award and supporting excellence in teaching,鈥� said 泡芙短视频 president Peggy Shannon. 鈥淭his is a wonderful legacy from their time and commitment to 泡芙短视频. As a small school, we rely on generous donors to help us provide many benefits to our students and faculty that could not be funded through our operating budget.鈥�听
听The Price Awards encompass a multi-year contribution of $22,500, with the intention of offering the awards in perpetuity.听
鈥溑蒈蕉淌悠� University is blessed with superb teachers, whose dedication and innovation inspire our students to follow their curiosity, take risks, and excel,鈥� said Dr. Jacqueline Warwick, interim dean at 泡芙短视频. 鈥淚t is wonderful to have prizes that recognize and celebrate outstanding teaching across our programs.鈥�听
Students, faculty, and technicians are invited to complete (login required) and read the award’s terms of reference.听