Excellence in Teaching: Kevin Jones (CMB)
The second award for Excellence in Teaching goes to Kevin Jones, an adjunct faculty member in the College of Management and Business.
After completing his masters in Human Resource Management in CMB, Kevin Jones was immediately hired as an adjunct professor, based on his demonstrated instructional excellence as a student and his exceptional 20-year career in government. His highly energetic interaction with students inspires leadership and motivation to succeed.
In one of the twelve letters received nominating Kevin for this award, one of his students wrote:
Mr. Jones’ untiring involvement in all aspects of teaching, his genuine concern for his students, exceptional teaching skill, and strong business and personal ethics have earned him the respect and admiration of faculty and students alike.
Mr. Jones clearly reflects a depth of knowledge in his field and consummate skill as a teacher. He goes the extra mile to respond to questions or offer guidance.
It is a privilege, on behalf of the Faculty Association and on the recommendation of the Senate Faculty Development Committee, to present to Kevin Jones an Excellence in Teaching award for 2005-2006.
Excellence in Research: Dr. Janice Jipson (NCE)
The Excellence in Research award for 2005-2006 goes to Janice Jipson, a professor in the National College of Education.
Unlike many scholars who have one or two main lines of investigation, Jan is truly eclectic in her research and writing: the history of early childhood education and the stories of the foremothers of the field, the representation of knowledge, the intersection of feminism and education… to name a few. Her work appears in numerous books that she has co-edited, book chapters, and conference presentations.
The colleagues who wrote on behalf of her nomination all cited the fact that Jan is a collaborative researcher. They have all benefited from Jan’s collaboration and mentorship. Evidence of all this mentoring and partnership is the fact that all but one of her eight books was co-edited with different people.
Jan’s interest in promoting scholarship in education can further be seen in her work as a co-founder of an early childhood conference. Begun in 1991, with about 75 researchers in attendance, it has grown to become an international event with about 200 participants. She has co-founded an AERA Special Interest Group—Critical Perspectives in Early Childhood Education—that provides a venue for scholarship about young children that is outside of the traditional paradigm. Finally, she is the co-editor of a series, Rethinking Childhood, that also provides space for researchers who work outside the mainstream of theory and practice.
It is a privilege, on behalf of the Faculty Association and on the recommendation of the Senate Faculty Development Committee, to present to Janice Jipson an Excellence in Research award for 2005-2006.
Excellence in Service: Carol Moulden (University Library)
There are two awardees for Excellence in Service this year. The first of these goes to Carol Moulden, an associate professor in the University Library. This award is well timed, since 2006 marks Carol’s 30th anniversary with the University.
Throughout her thirty years, Carol has not only served on numerous university, library, and Senate committees, but has taken a leadership role in many of them. Most recently Carol served on the planning committees for this campus and for the renovation of the Wheeling campus, in addition to her membership on Faculty Welfare and Compensation Committee and her role as secretary for the Senate Finance Committee. In her service to the University Library, Carol has chaired the Teaching and Reference Committee and several search committees for library faculty positions, as well as being an active member of the Resources Committee.
In service to her profession, Carol has been involved with the American Library Association’s Distance Learning Section from its inception, serving as chair from 2000-2001. She is currently co-chair of the Social Events Planning Committee for this section.
As one colleague stated, “Carol serves with a dedication that is rare and unparalleled and her input and suggestions are always valued and highly regarded.” Carol’s devotion and commitment to this university is exemplary.
It is a privilege, on behalf of the Faculty Association and on the recommendation of the Senate Faculty Development Committee, to present to Carol Moulden an Excellence in Service award for 2005-2006.
Excellence in Service: Dr. Susan Jungck (NCE)
The recipient of the second Excellence in Service award is Sue Jungck, a retiring professor from the National College of Education.
Sue is well known throughout the NLU community, not only as an outstanding teacher and researcher, but as one who has made major contributions to her department, her college, and the entire university over the past twenty years.
Sue’s nomination was supported by faculty members within her department and the college, doctoral students, and members of the Faculty Senate, the Adjunct Council, and Baker Demonstration School. The following phrases represent recurrent themes in describing her contributions to National-Louis University.
She is a collaborative partner, an expert problem-solver, a supportive mentor, a champion of social justice, and an empowering advocate. Even if those who work with her on a daily basis had not arrived at this conclusion, those of us who have witnessed Sue’s role on the Faculty Senate over the years undoubtedly would have. Her work on behalf of shared governance has begun to shift the culture of a divided community and alter patterns of dysfunctional decision-making. In all of this, Sue has been tireless in her service to us all.
It is a privilege, on behalf of the Faculty Association and on the recommendation of the Senate Faculty Development Committee, to present to Sue Jungck an Excellence in Service award for 2005-2006.
Excellence in Service (Achievements of an Administrator): Stephen Thompson
Finally, but certainly not least in importance, we announce the first Excellence in Service Award recognizing the significant achievements of an administrator. This year’s award goes to Stephen Thompson, Associate Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.
Steve has been a bridge-builder in the college, a problem-solver for both faculty and staff. He has extended himself far beyond his formal roles—facilitating the Staff Council, building community among staff across campuses, making the budget and variance reports understandable. Beyond these tasks, which he accomplishes with equanimity and good cheer, he is ready to make systems work for people.
His service to the community extends well beyond faculty and staff through his role as co-chair of the Gidwitz Center which links the expertise of our faculty with local communities in the development of public policy. It is Steve who has kept the Center alive through all of its transitions. As it happens, most of the Center’s initiatives have focused on education—an area about which Steve knew little, but cared a great deal about. As a result, he has taken the time to immerse himself in the issues of high school push-outs and charter schools, becoming an expert in issues facing urban schools.
Steve’s co-director, Elizabeth Peterson, said, “Everything that we’ve done has been a collaboration and while folks talk about collaboration, I don’t often feel they really get it. Steve gets it.”
It is a privilege, on behalf of the Faculty Association, to present to Steve Thompson an Excellence in Service award for 2005-2006.
