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College of Education & Human Services

COEHS Faculty Excellence Application

Applications should be submitted using the link below by Friday, April 26, 2024.  Please contact Katrina Daytner (km-daytner@wiu.edu)  if you have any questions.  

COEHS Award Criteria 
  1. The awards evaluate a record covering a period of the most recent three (3) years, summers included, beginning with August 1, 2020, continuing through July 31, 2023. This timeline must be strictly followed.
  2. A candidate may compete in one category annually. A winner of a University award would be excluded from consideration for that award for a subsequent period of five (5) years. Candidates must be current Unit A or B faculty.
  3. Submit a stipulated appendix.
  4. A letter of support/recommendation from the Department Chair.
  5. Narrative - Up to two pages only - Be sure to state the impact on the university, students, and community.

**Award winners will be moved forward to compete for the Provost's Awards of Excellence and will work with their respective Chair and the COEHS
Dean's office in submitting a complete application over the summer of 2024 Additional information is required for the Provost's awards. Applications
and information about each category may be found here: .**


Awards Categories  
  • Excellence in Teaching
  • Excellence in Enhancing Learning with Technology
  • Excellence in Scholarly/Creative/Performing/Professional Activities
  • Excellence in University and Community Service
  • Excellence in Multicultural Teaching
  • Excellence in Internationalizing the Campus
Awards Winners 2023  
  • Excellence in Multicultural Teaching- Dr. Tracy Davis (CNED & CSP)
  • Excellence in Scholarly/Creative/Performance/Professional Activities- Dr. Niyazi Ekici (LEJA)
  • Excellence in Teaching- Dr. Ritchie Gabbei (KIN)
  • Excellence in University/Community Service- Dr. Minsun Doh (RPTH)