Eight KCOS faculty recognized with ‘Trailblazer Award’

The Center for Teaching and Learning celebrated their 25 year anniversary on November 1 and recognized eight faculty members from the Klein College of Science with the “Trailblazer Award.”

CTL recognized faculty with the award who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to innovation in teaching and dedication to enhancing student success. This award honors educators who have pushed boundaries in the classroom and online, and inspired transformative learning experiences.

Honoring their pioneering spirit, the Trailblazer Award highlights the impact of their contributions, their partnership with the CTL, and inspire future generations of educators to continue reimagining teaching practices.

Trailblazer Award winners from the Klein College of Science:

• Kathy Asala, chemistry
• Tonya Bates, biological sciences
• Farzana Ferdous, biological sciences
• Wan Rabiatul Hountondji Wan Othman, mathematics and statistics
• Lee Rinker, mathematics and statistics
• Jennifer Reed, mathematics and statistics
• Shankari Somayaji, biological sciences
• Sam Suptela, biological sciences