UNC chemistry professor Michael Crimmins has been awarded a 2016 Teaching Excellence Award by the UNC Board of Governors.
Crimmins has been a faculty member with the Department of Chemistry at UNC for 34 years. He also serves as the director of the Chancellor’s Science Scholars program, which aims to increase diversity among science leaders and provide a pathway for students to become professional scientists.
“Michael Crimmins has made exceptional contributions to teaching throughout his career,” said Chancellor Carol L. Folt. “He continues to provide extraordinary leadership in the implementation of innovative educational methods and is a beloved mentor who motivates students to achieve. I am especially grateful to him for the important work he is doing to build our Chancellor’s Science Scholars program and develop the scientists and innovators of tomorrow. Carolina is fortunate to call Michael our own and we are incredibly proud of him for earning this prestigious and well-deserved honor.”
Students have spoken highly of Crimmins ability to help them succeed in classes that could be intimidating, like organic chemistry.
One professor from each of the 17 UNC system campuses was awarded with a Teaching Excellence Award.
Crimmins will receive the award during UNC’s spring commencement ceremony.
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