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Established in 1964, the award recognizes a faculty member for teaching excellence and classroom performance, concern for students, professional activity, and recognition/service to the university and community. The Distinguished Professor carries the mace during the processional at Commencement.

The Distinguished Researcher Award was established in 2002 by the MSU Alumni Association to recognize outstanding achievement in pure or applied research. This award reflects the significance of faculty research to the educational environment at ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä State.

The Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs in conjunction with the Office of Research and Creative Activity, presents this award to recognize the considerable efforts and accomplishments of a full-time faculty member who serves as an effective and motivational teacher, advocate, sponsor, and role model to students. Recipients are named on a permanent plaque in the Provost Office.

The Office of Student Affairs, the Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, and Omicron Delta Kappa developed this award to help recognize a faculty member who has gone above and beyond the requirements of his or her job and served as an outstanding faculty advisor.

Service Learning is a type of experiential education that allows students to be involved with real-world problems or projects while making important contributions to the community. This award was created to honor a faculty member who has excelled in making service learning experiences available to students.

ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä State International students elect a professor each year who has shown outstanding support both in and outside of the classroom. Dr. Sandy Flynn was a dedicated mentor to all students. This award bearing her name honors her impact on International Education.