Yellowstone Times

Montana State University's College of Letters and Science will hold its annual awards ceremony on April 22. The event is set to take place from 5 to 7 p.m. at the MSU Alumni Foundation Great Room. The college will honor faculty, staff, and students for their contributions in various categories.

Assistant professor Alex Harmon and assistant teaching professor Scott Parker from the Department of English will both receive the Excellence in Classroom Teaching and Laboratory Teaching award. Harmon uses innovative ideas to engage students, while Parker is recognized for his growth and collaborative approach to teaching.

The Excellence in Teaching award will go to Patricia Catoira and Liana McKelvy from the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures for their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Assistant professor Breschine Cummins from the Department of Mathematical Sciences and instructor Aaron Yost from the Department of English will receive the Excellence in Mentorship at the Undergraduate and Graduate Levels award.

Allison Wynhoff Olsen, an associate professor of English, will be recognized for her work aligning with MSU's land-grant mission. Savannah Emge and Michael Reinhard will receive Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant Awards.

Associate professor David McWethy will receive the Letters and Science Meritorious Research Award for his work in fire ecology and climate change science. Professors Hua Li and Madison Myers will receive the Excellence in Integration award for their integrative efforts in teaching and research.

The Kathy Griffith Employee Excellence award will be presented to Claudia Albrecht, Jane Crawford, and Lisa Roots for their exceptional work performance.

The College of Letters and Science Dean’s Award for Academic Excellence will honor seniors Fiona Burkart and Christopher Entzel for their achievements and contributions.

This event highlights the achievements of individuals who have contributed significantly to their fields and the university community.