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University undergraduate teaching awards

Penn State recognizes the highest levels of academic excellence, outstanding leadership, and meritorious service. The talent, hard work, and high standards underlying these awards are a wonderful expression of what is meant when we say "We are Penn State." The individuals honored are a highly select group who warrant not only our warmest congratulations, but also our admiration and appreciation of their noteworthy accomplishments.


George W. Atherton Award for Excellence in Teaching

(Four per year)
Description and nomination process
Previous recipients (pdf)

Milton S. Eisenhower Award for Distinguished Teaching

(Two per year)
Description and nomination process
Previous recipients (pdf)

Teaching Fellow Award

(Three per year)
Description and nomination process
Previous recipients (pdf)

Call for nominations


Candidate packet preparation guidelines (pdf)


Teaching award selection committee (pdf)


Please use this nomination form for all submissions

Other university awards


Graduate faculty teaching awards




Teaching in action