Faculty Recognition Awards

1. Excellence in instruction

1. Plans learning experiences that match performance objectives.
2. Provides an exemplary learning environment conducive to learning.
3. Demonstrates proficiency in instructional procedures.
4. Utilizes evaluative procedures appropriate for desired outcomes.

2. Outstanding achievements by students and mentees

1. Establishes rapport with learners.
2. Provides impactful career advice and mentorship where appropriate.
3. Assists learners in acquiring values that promote compassionate, ethical, and competent health care delivery.
4. Exemplifies professionalism and integrity in relating to learners.

3. Leadership of education programs and empowerment of educators

1. Contributes to the improvement of the instructional staff.
2. Contributes to the definition and development of an instructional program.
3. Demonstrates personal responsibility for increasing his/her knowledge and upgrading skills in general or pathology education.
4. Contributes to advancing performance standards for instruction in pathology.

4. Innovative approaches to student achievement and learning

1. Creates innovative educational tools.
2. Establishes national reputation as an innovative educator and thought leader in pathology education.

1. Supporting mentees in promotion and rank advancement.
2. Guiding mentees in developing a successful basic, translational, and/or clinical research program.
3. Assisting with publication, grant development, or other scholarly activities.

1. Providing guidance on scientific research, clinical skills, professional judgment, and systems engagement.
2. Encouraging leadership, collaboration, and professionalism.

1. Supporting mentees’ teaching effectiveness and opportunities.
2. Offering feedback and strategies for curriculum development or learner engagement.

1. Leadership in establishing or developing mentorship programs and resources that address the needs of a broad range of mentees.
2. Track record of tangible and sustained contributions to foster an inclusive and supportive work environment.

1. Providing timely, accurate, and clinically impactful diagnostic interpretations.
2. Contributing to patient safety and outcomes through reliable, thoughtful, and meticulous clinical work.

1. Maintaining availability and flexibility to support urgent or complex clinical demands.
2. Engaging effectively with clinical teams as a consultative partner to ensure optimal patient management.

1. Modeling integrity, accountability, and collegiality in all patient care activities.
2. Communicating respectfully and effectively with clinical colleagues and team members.

1. Participating in initiatives to improve diagnostic processes, turnaround times, or test utilization.
2. Contributing to multidisciplinary efforts that enhance the quality and efficiency of care delivery.

1. Regular and meaningful participation in departmental or institutional committees.
2. Reliable attendance and engagement at departmental meetings, retreats, and town halls.
3. Contributions to departmental initiatives, working groups, or strategic projects.

1. Volunteering or accepting assignments from departmental leadership that support the functioning or advancement of the department (e.g., curricular work, accreditation preparation, quality improvement initiatives).
2. Willingness to step in to support shared responsibilities, particularly during times of high need.

1. Fostering a collegial and team-oriented environment.
2. Modeling professionalism, inclusivity, and respect in interactions with faculty, staff, learners, and institutional partners.

1. Demonstrating a commitment to the greater good of the department or college, even when such work may not be formally recognized or compensated.
2. Engaging in service activities that strengthen the academic community or improve operations.

• 2025 - Subodh Lele, MD, Professor
• 2024 - Benjamin Swanson, MD, PhD, Associate Professor, and Geoffrey Talmon, MD, Professor
• 2023 - Timothy  Greiner, MD, Professor
• 2022 - Audrey Lazenby, MD, Professor, and Allison Cushman-Vokoun, MD, PhD, Professor

• 2025 - Audrey Lazenby, MD, Professor
• 2024 - Benjamin Swanson, MD, PhD, Associate Professor
• 2023 - David Wagner, MD, Associate Professor
• 2022 - Ji Chen, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor
• 2021 - Oleg Bobr, MD, Assistant Professor
• 2020 - Ernesto Martinex Duarte, MD, Assistant Professor
• 2019 - Ana Yuil-Valdes, MD, Assistant Professor

2025 - Subodh Lele, MD, Professor

2024 - David Wagner, MD, Associate Professor

2023 - Ana Yuil-Valdes, MD, Assistant Professor

2022- Jesse Cox, MD, PhD, Associate Professor

2025 - Derrick Samuelson, PhD, Assistant Professor (Department of Internal Medicine)

2024 - Scot Ouellette, PhD, Professor

2023 - Amanda Brinkworth, PhD, Assistant Professor

2025 - Scott Koepsell, MD, PhD, Professor

2023 - Samuel J. Pirruccello, MD, Professor

2025 - Stacey Gilk, PhD, Professor

2023 - Rey A. Carabeo, PhD, Professor