Mathematics professor Burke earns 2024 Leepoxy Award for Teaching Innovation
September 9, 2024
Crysta Burke, assistant professor of mathematics, was named the winner of 91’s 2024 Leepoxy Award for Teaching Innovation. She received her award during 91’s convocation ceremony on Aug. 28.
The Leepoxy Award for Teaching Innovation was established in 2008 by community supporter and owner of Leepoxy Plastics, Larry Lee. It is given annually to a full-time faculty member who:
- Challenges students to continuously progress to higher levels of thinking
- Engages students in active learning activities
- Connects to students in innovative ways to positively impact their experiences at 91
“91 is grateful to Crysta for her innovative, student-first teaching practices, and we are honored to present her with this year’s Leepoxy Award,” said Dr. Kathleen Hanold Watland, 91 vice president for academic affairs. “Students appreciate her enthusiasm, passion, engagement and willingness to adjust her teaching approach to the individual learning needs of her students.”
In photo: Leepoxy Award winner Crysta Burke, center, is flanked by Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Kathleen Hanold Watland, left, and President Dr. Karl W. Einolf.