Schmidt College of Science Excellence Awards
To recognize the achievements of our faculty and staff, the Schmidt College of Science will present awards at a celebration on December 4, 2024. More details to be announced soon. The awards recognize research, teaching, advising, service and dedication to the College’s mission and improving students’ experiences.
All winners will receive a framed certificate and a $500 cash award.
Nomination deadline: Monday, Nov. 11, 2024.
Nominations: Please submit all nominations to the Dean's Office at sciencedean@fau.eduÌýwith "College of Science Excellence Awards" in the subject line.
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Fall 2024 WinnersÌý
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Excellence and Innovation in Undergraduate Teaching
- Angelica Hotiu, Instructor, Department of Physics
Staff Service Award
- Kimberly Vardeman, Interim Director, Center for Environmental Studies
Scholar of the Year (eligible for assistant, associate, and full professor)
- Xiaolang Zhang, Assistant Professor, Department of Geosciences
- Muxin Han, Associate Professor, Department of Physics
- Eric Dumbaugh, Professor, Department of Urban and Regional Planning
Researcher of the Year (eligible for assistant, associate, and full professor)
- Vivian Merk, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
- Jeanette Wyneken, Professor, Department of Biological Sciences
The Excellence Awards include:Ìý
Excellence and Innovation in Undergraduate Teaching and Advising Awards
- Up to one faculty award for Excellence and Innovation in Undergraduate Teaching
- Up to one award to a faculty or staff member for Excellence and Innovation in Undergraduate Advising
Researcher of the YearÌý
Up to one award will be made for each faculty rank (assistant/associate/full) to honor excellence in sponsored and project-oriented research, with particular emphasis on externally funded research.Ìý
Scholar of the YearÌý
Up to one award will be made for each faculty rank (assistant/associate/full) to honor excellence in scholarly activities.Ìý
Faculty Service Award
In recognition of the many contributions of professional service provided by a faculty member to our local communities. This award will be presented to up to one faculty member judged most outstanding in the area of service to the community.
Staff Service Award
In recognition of the many contributions of professional service provided by a staff member to our College. This award will be presented to up to one staff member judged most outstanding in the area of service to the College.
Questions?
Please contact the Dean's Office with any questions at sciencedean@fau.edu .