Lindner faculty and staff awarded college, university recognitions

Other members of the dean’s team and college leadership took turns at the podium to present the day’s awards, including: 

• Chuck Sox, PhD, associate dean, graduate programs and partnerships, and professor of operations and business analytics
• Suzanne Masterson, PhD, senior associate dean for faculty, research and Lindner culture, and professor of management
• Sherae Daniel, PhD, academic director of PhD programs and associate professor, department of operations, business analytics, and information systems (OBAIS) 
• Jaime Windeler, PhD, associate dean, undergraduate programs and student experience, and associate professor of OBAIS
• Nick Castro, JD, assistant dean, office of inclusive excellence

This year’s ceremony included the presentation of the Ronald J. Dornoff Fellow of Teaching award. Established in 1997, the honor, bestowed every two years, recognizes a faculty member dedicated to connecting with students and spreading their passion for teaching and learning. Mark Dornoff, son of Ronald J. Dornoff, presented the award to David Rapien, associate professor-educator of OBAIS.

“Dave is well-known for using experiential techniques and demonstrations, bringing the real world to the classroom,” hailed Dornoff of Rapien. “He is clearly an extraordinary educator who gives his all to his students.” 

Lindner’s staff contributions to the student experience and reputation of the college did not go without acknowledgement. Two recipients were named for both the Phyllis Trosper Service Excellence Award and the Lindner Way Award, highlighting the vital contributions of all members of the Lindner community.

The college also earned bragging rights for the number of honorees recognized at the university-level. Seven faculty and staff members were selected as recipients of UC-wide awards.