Department - Modern Foreign Languages & Literatures
On the occasion of Dr. Katherine Bevins's promotion to Distinguished Lecturer.
I completed my PhD in 2020 in Instructional Design and Technology (IDT), and this book has been one of the foundational texts in my studies and research in IDT.
On the occasion of Dr. David Gras's tenure and promotion to Associate Professor
The first and only book for which I was an editor. I took on this role as a PhD student and it served to bolster my confidence in becoming an accomplished scholar.
Social Entrepreneurship
Author — Kickul, J., Gras, D., Bacq, S., and Griffiths, M. (Eds.)
Department - Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport Studies
On the occasion of Dr. Lyndsey M. Hornbuckle-Lampkin's tenure and promotion to Associate Professor.
This book and several additional resources developed by Kerry Ann Rockquemore (the author) through her National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity were pivotal during my tenure journey in terms of providing support for navigating the "highs" and very low "lows" of the process. I chose this book as I hope to promote awareness of these resources for other tenure- and/or promotion-seeking faculty, particularly those who are underrepresented in their departments, universities, or broader fields of study.
The Black Academic's Guide to Winning Tenure Without Losing Your Soul
Author — Kerry Ann Rockquemore and Tracey Laszloffy
Department - Mechanical, Aerospace, & Biomedical Engineering- UTSI
On the occasion of Dr. Lino Costa's promotion to Research Associate Professor
I became a materials scientist partially due to this seminal book. Not always easy to love at first sight, this book has a lot to offer the reader interested in the physics governing various materials phenomena. This book is a classic by all measures.
On the occasion of Dr. Matthew Pamental's promotion to Senior Lecturer
Leopold's expressive recounting of his observations of both humans and wild things are a treasure. He writes as someone who genuinely cares about both, and I enjoy returning to the book regularly for inspiration.
A Sand County almanac, and sketches here and there
On the occasion of Nahla Abu Hatab's promotion to Senior Lecturer.
Loeb's book is a collection of stories that speaks of our humanity and hope. It is an inspirational book that highlights the courage of ordinary people in the face of adversity. I love this book because it proves that no matter how destructive and abusive some people are, there will always be brave and kind human beings that will take action and bring about a positive change for themselves and others. This book made me think deeply about my responsibilities and how I could be a better servant for my students.
The Impossible Will Take A Little While: Perseverance and Hope in Troubled Times
Department - Theory & Practice in Teacher Education
On the occasion of Dr. Elizabeth MacTavish's promotion to Clinical Associate Professor
As a young girl, this book was gifted to me by my dad. I had taken an interest in science, and more specifically space exploration. He thought the book would help me learn more about the topic. Published in 1986, this book entered my life the same year as the Challenge disaster which I vividly remember watching as a 2nd grader. Additionally, the book is dedicated to the author's daughters, Elizabeth and Rebecca, which happen to also be my name and my sister's name. I've always felt like this was a sign of what I should do with my life and career. This is my 23rd year in education with 16 of those years teaching middle school science. I chose this book as a celebration of my journey and the work I will continue to do to support both new teachers and students in our public schools.
