Three Chemistry Faculty Honored at UH Faculty Excellence Luncheon


Three Chemistry Faculty Honored at UH Faculty Excellence Luncheon
Excellence in Teaching, Research and Scholarship

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Three Department of Chemistry faculty members brought home honors for excellence in the areas of teaching, research and scholarship.

The awards, given each year at the “UH Faculty Excellence Luncheon,” are among the highest honors bestowed by the University. All winners receive a cash prize.

“These individuals exemplify true dedication to teaching, mentoring and research. Our students benefit greatly because of the hard work of these exceptional faculty members,” said Dan E. Wells, dean of the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.

Randy Thummel
Randy Thummel receives the Teaching Excellence Career Award from UH President Renu Khator.
Teaching Excellence Career Award
Given to a faculty member who has demonstrated excellence over the course of his or her career of 20 years or more at UH.

  • Randy Thummel, Chemistry

Awards for Excellence in Research and Scholarship – Associate Professor
Two awards at the Associate Professor rank are presented to individuals who have established a growing record of outstanding research, scholarship or creative contributions.

  • Steven Baldelli, Chemistry

Awards for Excellence in Research and Scholarship – Assistant Professor
Two awards at the Assistant Professor rank are presented to individuals who have demonstrated great potential in research, scholarship or creative endeavors.

  • Ognjen Miljanić, Chemistry