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Faculty/Staff News & Notes • Filene
tapped for Teaching Excellence award Filene tapped for Teaching Excellence award Peter G. Filene, innovative professor of history and a member of Carolina's faculty since 1967, has been tapped to receive a UNC Board of Governors University-wide Award for Teaching Excellence. Established by the Board of Governors in April 1994 to underscore the importance of teaching and to reward good teaching across the UNC system, the awards are given annually to a tenured faculty member from each UNC campus. Filene will receive his award -- a bronze medallion and a $7,500 cash prize -- during a recognition luncheon May 10. UNC President Molly Corbett Broad and Benjamin S. Ruffin, chair of the Board of Governors, will present the awards. During his career, Filene has accumulated two Tanner Awards for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching, the 1991 Senior Class Favorite Faculty Award, and two Gordon and Bowman Gray Professorships for Distinguished Undergraduate Teaching -- one of them this year. However, Peter Coclanis, chair of the Department of History, said, "These awards, even taken together, don't begin to capture what Professor Filene has contributed to our teaching mission." Describing Filene as "the heart and soul" of the department, Coclanis pointed out that Filene has chaired the department's committee on teaching since 1977, "making him the Cal Ripken of historical pedagogy." In summing up Filene's excellence as a teacher, Coclanis said, "That he has maintained his singular enthusiasm and zest for teaching after all these years is a lesson for us all. The fact that Filene's various teaching awards have come at beginning, middle and more recent stages of his career offers further evidence regarding his effectiveness -- and resilience -- in the classroom." Filene might be described as a teacher's teacher. Since the mid-1980s he has led teaching-training workshops for graduate students, edited a teaching newsletter for the history department and developed a popular graduate course called "Designing an Undergraduate Survey Course." In addition, he co-edited the "Teaching and Textbook" section of the Journal of American History and currently is writing a primer for first-time teachers of undergraduate students. Filene and the other 15 recipients were nominated by committees on their respective campuses and selected by the Board of Governors Committee on Teaching Awards, chaired by Ruth Dial Woods of Pembroke. Winners must have taught at their present institutions at least seven years, and no one may receive the award more than once. Mary H. Palmer to serve as first Umphlet distinguished professor in aging Mary H. Palmer has been named the first Helen Watkins and Thomas Leonard Umphlet Distinguished Professor in Aging at the School of Nursing. Palmer, who joined the School of Nursing faculty this semester, comes to Carolina from the Rutgers College of Nursing, where she served as associate professor and director of the Office of Research. She is recognized as a leader in gerontology, with nearly 20 years of research and policy expertise in the management of urinary incontinence in older populations. Her study on the changes in continence status of nursing home residents during their first year of admission to the nursing home was the first of its kind. Palmer has served as an intramural research fellow at the National Institute on Aging and the Gerontology Research Center and as a senior staff fellow with the National Institute of Nursing Research. She was appointed to the Health Care Financing Administration scope and severity panel on urinary incontinence in nursing homes in 2001. She also is a member of the Cochrane Collaboration Incontinence Review Group in Oxford, England, and is a member of the American Academy of Nursing's expert panel on older adults. She is past chair of the Gerontology Society of America's clinical medicine section. Since 1994, Palmer has served as the continence section editor for the Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing; she is the author of Urinary Continence: Assessment and Promotion. The Umphlet professorship was established in 1999 by a gift from Helen Umphlet in honor of her late husband. Thomas Umphlet spent 40 years working within the field of internal medicine. He was a fellow of the American College of Physicians and served as the chief of medical services and chair of the executive council at Rex Hospital in Raleigh. M. Deborah Bialeschki Professor in the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies, Bialeschki received the Honor Award from the American Camping Association for her meritorious service and noteworthy contributions to the advancement of organized camping programs for children and youth. Joseph M. DeSimone William R. Kenan Jr. Distinguished Professor of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Carolina and N.C. State, DeSimone has been named the recipient of the 2002 Carothers Award from the Delaware Section of the American Chemical Society. He was selected for his contributions to the development of the use of supercritical carbon dioxide as an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional organic solvents. Royce W. Murray Kenan Professor of Chemistry, Murray is the recipient of the 2002 Pittsburgh Analytical Chemistry Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the field. Trudier Harris-Lopez J. Carlyle Sitterson Professor of English, Harris-Lopez will receive the 2002 Eugene Current-Garcia Award for Distinction in Literacy Scholarship from the Alabama Writers' Forum, the Alabama Humanities Foundation and the Association of College English Teachers of Alabama. The award recognizes and rewards Alabamians who have distinguished themselves in scholarly writing on literary topics. Harris-Lopez is a native of Tuscaloosa, Ala. Sam Nesbit Clinical Associate Professor of Diagnostic Sciences and General Dentistry, Nesbit received the distinguished faculty award from the Organization of Teachers of Oral Diagnosis. The award recognizes and honors members for outstanding contributions to the field of oral diagnosis, excellence in teaching and selfless service to the profession of dentistry. School of Education The School of Education was recognized by the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education with the Best Practice Award for Women's Leadership and Gender Equity. The association cited the school's commitment to social justice, specifically equity and diversity, as well as the encouragement of Dean Madeleine Grumet. Rebecca Wilder Associate Professor and Director of Dental Hygiene Education in Dental Ecology, Wilder received the Colgate/IADR Oral Health Research Award. The award recognizes a body of meritorious research by a member of the IADR Oral Health Research Group in the area of oral health. WILLIAM AND IDA FRIDAY CENTER FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION 2001 Staff Awards June Blackwelder, Ruthie Lawson, Annette Madden Associate Director for Policy, Planning, and Communication, Blackwelder received the Extra Mile Award. Associate Director for Conference Services, Lawson received the Best All Around Award. Associate Director for Conferences and Institutes, Madden received the Sunshine Award. Kim Allison, Academic Advising Programs Allison was nominated for being a "consummate professional" who "anticipates problems proactively" and who "goes out of her way to help other employees as well as students." Wendy Andrews, Office of the Provost Andrews "is always busy learning new ways to improve processes and systems. Her dedication to the office is invaluable." Linda Bennett, Epidemiology "Linda has never met a task she was unwilling to tackle. She supports her co-workers with energy and enthusiasm, and she is a creative and supportive problem solver." Brandon Bowman, Academic Advising Programs "Brandon exemplifies a sense of professionalism and is always willing to assist others at any time." Yvonne Cooper, Cell and Molecular Physiology "Yvonne could have written the book on the meaning of customer service. She patiently listens to requests, provides as much information as possible, and then offers to take care of the problem." LaJeune Cox, University Advancement Cox was nominated as "the major force of the successful move [to a new building]. She has remained helpful, focused and cheerful during the traditional period of coordinating all of the workers for our move." Russell Dean, Office of the Dean of Students "He is always professional and courteous even under the most trying circumstances. He goes beyond what is expected and shows a tremendous initiative when performing the principal functions of his job." Leah (Esther) Dixon, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Dixon was nominated for her "very positive, `can do' attitude" and for her "remarkable leadership qualities and managerial talents." David Ernsthausen, Kenan-Flagler Business School "David provides vital research assistance to our faculty members. Although his contributions are often `invisible,' his expertise and his hard work result in more and better faculty research at Kenan-Flagler." Darren W. Fincher, Dan F. Harris, Kenneth R. Williams, Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Fincher, Harris and Williams were nominated "for completion of the most recent phase of renovation of Brinkhous-Bullitt Building on schedule with the least amount of disruption to research and teaching." Julie Fishell, Dramatic Art Fishell was nominated "for going the extra mile for initiating the Department of Dramatic Art forum to enhance communication between faculty and undergraduate students." Jonathan Green, Kenan-Flagler Business School "... exemplifies the Kenan-Flagler core value of teamwork. His hard work has resulted in the formation of a true `knowledge community' for the technology sector of the school." Jonathan Hicks, Microbiology & Immunology Hicks was nominated for his strong public contact skills. "I receive comments from the faculty, the manager and other personnel that he is a valued employee." Sherry Joseph, Cell and Molecular Physiology Joseph was nominated for her dedication, loyalty and her support of other employees. "She takes great pride in the quality of her work and is totally committed to her job." Gail King, Epidemiology " Gail has impressed all with her ingenuity, technical competence and energy. She is tireless in her efforts to make sure that the important business of the department gets done." Allen Locke, Microbiology & Immunology Locke is "a role model for what an employee should be" and was nominated for his positive attitude, dedication and breadth of technological expertise." Kimberly Marks, Dental Ecology "Kim is bright and very highly respected by her peers. Kim is a very integral part of our team." Bob Matherly, Biostatistics Matherly "is the individual primarily responsible for the successful creation of the new web based data management system." Sally Mays, Student Health Services An athletic trainer, Mays was nominated for being a valued staff member. Linda Naylor, Office of the Provost Naylor "has provided invaluable assistance to Robert Shelton,the new executive vice chancellor and provost since his arrival last year. She continues to perform her responsiblities in a professional and excellent manner." Judy Merritt, University Advancement "Merritt makes things work right between the vice chancellor for University Advancement and the rest of the staff; also between the chancellor's office and our office. She really knows the system and how to make it work." Linda Morris, Epidemiology "Morris's ability to serve as a catalyst in fostering teamwork is a hallmark within the Women's Health Initiative work group. She is not only productive and reliable in her work, but is also highly creative." Debra Neiditz, University Registrar Neiditz "is committed to every aspect of her job. She is dedicated to the staff who directly and indirectly report to her." Heather Parlier, Office of University Development Parlier's "contributions include: a wonderfully upbeat attitude that makes working with her a pleasure; a natural curiosity that enables her to take on diverse projects with enthusiasm; a love of people and a comfort with building relationships." Barry Ramsey, Dental Ecology Ramsey was nominated for his outstanding service, knowledge and understanding of the area of care management, his quiet, non-confrontational manner and for his creativity in problem resolution. Deborah Saine, News Services Saine was nominated for her "professionalism, honesty, responsibility and humor" and was described as "a pillar of News Services and a paragon of professionalism." Sharon Schramm, School of Public Health Schramm "has done a wonderful job guiding SPH departments in the transition to various online applications over the years. She is always professional, enthusiastic and willing to help." Carrie Anne Spinelli, Morehead Planetarium Spinelli "has given and continues to give her all to everything she does here at the planetarium. She is a definite asset to our staff." Mindy Storrie, Kenan-Flagler Business School Storrie has "systematically and consistently improved service to both of this office's primary customer groups -- corporate recruiters and students." Angela Testerman, Accounting Services Testerman was nominated for her length of service in the department. Dawn Thomas, Orthodontics Thomas "exemplifies the perfect employee. She is always prepared, always willing and always ready to do whatever it takes to get the job done." Barbara Walton, Operative Dentistry Walton "is a most competent employee ... [who] strives to make sure patients are comfortable and at ease while being treated in the graduate clinic." Mary Ward, School of Public Health Ward "is a hard working, conscientious and caring member of Student Affairs. It is obvious that she enjoys her job and the students within the School of Public Health." Lisa West, Student Health Services As a medical lab technologist, West was nominated in honor of her 10th year with the University. Sarah Whitfield, Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Whitfield's experience and work are "considered critical to the successful operation of the finance and personnel department." Carolyn Williams, Office of University Development Williams was nominated for her dedication. "She investigates problems before the day of pay periods to be sure everything is as it should be. She has been on top of things and has improved the leave/payroll area 100 percent." Linda Wilson, Kenan-Flagler Business School Wilson was nominated for her work in installing the InDEPTH accounting system and subsequently training all of its users. Carmen Woody, Epidemiology "Woody is always readily available and willing to help faculty, staff and students, even during the busiest of times for her. She is very good at figuring out quickly what needs to be done to solve various problems, and she knows and works well with people ... to do all this efficiently." Stephanie Yost, Student Health Services Yost "is known for being energetic and efficient around the Student Health Services. Stephanie has also accomplished many goals with the outreach program." Editor's note: The Star Heels Award Program is sponsored by TIAA-CREF. Winners each receive a $20 gift certificate. Employee Services cordinates the program. Because of space constraints, the Gazette is able to print only a highlight of most recipients' nominating material. Staff Promotions/Reclassifications Information provided by Human Resources with employees' permission. Dorcus D. Austin, Administrative Officer I, Pediatrics Amanda G. Baker, Processing Assistant V, Chemistry Demetrius D. Blake, Accounting Technician III, School of Nursing Marcia H. Bright, Processing Assistant IV, Facilities Services Division Davoren A. Carr, Police Officer Senior, Public Safety Suphronia J. Cheek, Student Services Assistant V, Anthropology Samuel J. Clemmons, Administrative Assistant I, English Martha L. Collier, Laboratory Research Specialist, Microbiology & Immunology Mary A. Craven, Administrative Secretary II, Housekeeping Division Carter R. Doyle, Staff Development Specialist I, Facilities Services Division Ronald E. Gray, Laboratories Mechanic II, Facilities Services Division Robert L. Haithcox, Plant Maintenance Supervisor I, Facilities Services Division Cheryl D. Hargraves, Research Technician II, Center for Alcohol Studies Keith N. Harris, Accountant II, Universty Controller Christopher A. Lee, Computing Consultant II, Pediatrics Thomas W. Leggett, Applications Programmer II, FPG Child Development Center Robert B. Levin, Business Officer III, WUNC-FM Robert W. Maqueen, Computing Consultant III, Academic Affairs Library Samelia O. McIver, Administrative Services Assistant V, Linquistics Latarsha C. Muhammad, Social Research Assistant I, Sheps Center for Health Services Research Myra C. Quick, Student Services Assistant V, Religious Studies Amy R. Ramirez, Information & Communications Specialist, School of Social Work Naser L. Rezk, Laboratory Research Specialist, Pathology & Lab Medicine Rhonda S. Scott, Administrative Assistant I, Biochemistry Edward J. Siff, Computing Consultant III, Academic Affairs Library Carolyn P. Smith, Administrative Officer I, Medicine Jane C. Smith, Administrative Officer III, Community Relations Diane M. Strong, Personnel Technician III, Academic Technology & Networking Service Abigail U. Ukwuani, Administrative Secretary II, Epidemiology Patsy H. Webb, University Administrative Manager I, Geological Sciences Ande P. West, Research Analyst II, Microbiology & Immunology University Gazette
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