Scott Ericksen’s experience in the welding field and the classroom has earned him praise from coworkers and students, and now the distinction of being named the 2024 Adjunct Professor of the Year. “Scott is the epitome of a professional and a wonderful role model for our students,” said his nominator Dr. Kristine Christensen, professor of […]
Read MoreThe human body is an intricate system of nerves, ligaments, bones, tendons and muscles. Because Dr. Richard Niezgoda understands that complexity and believes his students can, too, he was named the 2023 Adjunct Professor of the Year. Since January 2014, Niezgoda has taught Anatomy and Physiology. He holds a doctor of chiropractic degree and is […]
Read MoreThis year’s Adjunct Professor of the Year, Kevin Murphy, believes if you set clear expectations for students, they will rise to meet them. “As long as you’re an advocate for the students and are not their adversary, they’ll do wonders for you,” Murphy said. “Being passionate about what you do and encouraging them has worked […]
Read MoreTeaching a new language brings with it a few challenges, but Latifa Ali has navigated those waters, helped convert learning online and monitored her students’ progress even after the class is over, earning her the 2021 Adjunct Professor of the Year Award. Since 2013, Ali primarily has taught English as a Second Language (ESL) but […]
Read MoreSome say teaching is an art. They also say teaching effectively to a diverse group of students is a talent. That being said, Joan Grupka, who has been an instructor for 35 years, is a talented artist. Grupka is this year’s Adjunct Professor of the Year, a distinction she earned for going above and beyond […]
Read MoreLearning another language can be challenging, but the high-energy, inclusive and interactive nature of Krystle Conrad’s teaching style has benefited many students learning American Sign Language (ASL). She is this year’s Adjunct Professor of the Year. Conrad, Instructor, teaches ASL 101 and 102, which are introductory classes. She’s been an adjunct at Moraine Valley since […]
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