Barton's Best: Local Instructors Honored with Distinguished Awards

Five instructors from Barton were awarded the Distinguished Instructor Award (DIA) for the 2023-2024 academic year. The awards were presented during the commencement ceremony at the Barton Gymnasium. These awards recognize the instructors' contributions to teaching and their impact on student learning and engagement.

The recipients included Danika Bielek and Nolan Esfeld from the Barton County Campus, who specialize in dancing and mathematics, respectively. Jessica Fullen, Ericka Peoples-Howard, and Christopher Vanderlinde were also honored for their work in business and communications, criminal justice, and military programs at the Fort Leavenworth and Fort Riley Campuses.

The DIA selection process is thorough, involving nominations from peers and students, followed by a review by a screening committee. The criteria for the award include educational contributions, alignment with the college’s mission, and community involvement.

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