Chris Porter was awarded a 2008 Graduate Associate Teaching Award in a surprise classroom visit by Assistant Dean of the Graduate School Kathleen Wallace on Thursday, April 17. The GATA is the university's highest recognition of exceptional teaching provided by graduate students and is awarded to a maximum of 10 graduate teaching associates each year. After nomination by students or faculty, the nominee must submit a portfolio to the final selection committee for consideration of "your ability to demonstrate student learning and your process for reflection and development." Chris will be honored at the Graduate School's Annual Spring Awards Reception and receive a commemorative plaque and a $1,500 honorarium in recognition of his exceptional performance as a teacher.
