2008 Stanley J. Drazek Teaching Excellence Award Winners
Each year, faculty at UMUC's stateside, Asia, and Europe locations are nominated by students and selected by their peers based on their ability to
- Help students meet and exceed course objectives;
- Encourage students to see new professional possibilities for themselves; and
- Inspire students to apply course skills, concepts or models to their work or community.
Meet the dedicated faculty members who are honored with this year's Stanley J. Drazek Teaching Excellence Award.
UMUC Asia
Jeff Newbern
UMUC Asia
Mr. Jeff Newbern joined the UMUC Asia faculty in 1994 and has taught in the Tokyo area, Sasebo, and Iwakuni, and for several years in Okinawa, as well as in the distance education program.
David White, PhD
UMUC Asia
Dr. David White first taught for UMUC Asia in 1998, rejoining the faculty in 2001, and has taught in Korea, Kwajalein, and Okinawa, and in the distance education program. Read more.
UMUC Europe
John Bolton
Online Instructor of Philosophy
UMUC Europe
Mary-Ann Sagnella, PhD
Adjunct Professor, Italian Studies
UMUC Europe
UMUC Stateside
Kina Leitner, PhD
School of Undergraduate Studies
UMUC Stateside
Dr. Kina Leitner began her career at UMUC in 2000 teaching both psychology courses and introductory statistics courses. Now her role includes that of mentor to her students and fellow faculty members who are new to online teaching. Read more.
Dennis Whitford, PhD
School of Undergraduate Studies
UMUC Stateside
Dr. Dennis Whitford’s students note his enthusiasm for oceanography and marine biology. Dr. Whitford found UMUC and our students to be a perfect fit for sharing his passion for teaching and learning. Read more.
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Mona Engvig, PhD
Graduate School of Management and Technology
UMUC Stateside
Dr. Mona Engvig’s guiding principle in teaching is very simple: Treat all students with deep respect. Read more.
Laura Witz, PhD
Graduate School of Management and Technology
UMUC Stateside
Dr. Laura Witz is dedicated to helping students overcome challenges they face in online learning. She believes in learning from her students and encourages them to learn from one another. Read more.
