U101 Teaching Award Criteria & Recipients

University 101 Teaching Award Criteria
Recipients of the University 101 Teaching Award are individuals who:

• Help students achieve academic success, discover and connect with the University of South Carolina, and prepare for responsible lives in a diverse, interconnected, and changing world
• Use interesting, interactive, and varied methods to facilitate student learning and achievement of course outcomes
• Encourage and facilitate meaningful class discussions
• Display enthusiasm for the course and students
• Express care and concern for student success and well-being
• Promote an inclusive, enjoyable, and welcoming environment and demonstrate respect for students
• Develop meaningful relationships with students by being personable, approachable, and available both in and out of the classroom
• Motivate and inspire others by his or her passion for learning and personal commitment to each student
• Create an intentional and effective course design that reflects best practices and provide an appropriate balance of challenge and support
• Demonstrate knowledge related to course content
• Demonstrate a sustained commitment to professional growth as an instructor and to the University 101 program

Award Recipients

2013 - Viki Fecas

2012 - Kim Smoak

2011 - Andy Shaffer

2010 - Jeannie Weingarth