Faculty and staff excellence awards

Each year, the UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media recognizes faculty and staff members for their commitment to excellence and their contributions to the school. The 2016 faculty and staff excellence awards were presented Friday, April 29, 2016, at a breakfast in the Freedom Forum Conference Center.

The winners are as follows:

Edward Vick Prize for Innovation in Teaching

Recipient: Valerie Fields

Recognizes creativity and innovation in teaching that meaningfully enhances student learning experiences.

David Brinkley Teaching Excellence Award

Recipient: Terence Oliver

Recognizes excellence in teaching and a commitment to helping students inside and outside the classroom.

Richard Cole Service Award

Recipient: Adam Saffer
Recipient: Heidi Hennink-Kaminski

Recognizes one junior and one senior faculty member who each strive to create a collaborative culture within the school. The award honors dean emeritus Richard Cole, whose service and commitment has made the school what it is today.

Val Lauder Award for Teaching

Recipient: Gary Kayye

Recognizes an adjunct, instructor or other non- full-time faculty member for excellence in teaching.

Staff Excellence Award

Recipient: Angelena King
Recipient: Michael Sharpe

Recognizes teamwork, creativity, commitment, flexibility and a positive attitude. The winner becomes the school’s nominee for a University staff award.

Star Heel Award

Recipient: Linda Peterson

Chosen by staff peers and administered through the University’s Human Resources department to recognize and reward excellent employees.​