East Central College’s Leigh Kolb Honored with Emerson’s Prestigious Teaching Award

Leigh Kolb, an Associate Professor of English and Journalism at East Central College, has received the 2023 Emerson Excellence in Teaching award. This award recognizes her 15 years as a full-time faculty member, where she has influenced her students with her enthusiasm for literature, film, and journalism. Kolb has effectively combined literature with current events in her teaching, making her classes engaging.

The Emerson Excellence in Teaching Awards, sponsored by Emerson, are awarded yearly to educators in the St. Louis metropolitan area who show exceptional achievement in their fields. Award recipients are selected by their institution's administrators and receive a symbolic glass apple. Kolb's award highlights her significant contributions to her students and the academic community.

Kolb is also involved in various committees and extracurricular activities at her college. She co-chairs the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee, working towards an inclusive educational environment. She also leads the Film & Lecture Series, offering educational film screenings and discussions to the community.

Additionally, Kolb contributes to the fields of pop culture and philosophy with her publications. Her recent work, “What Saves the World? Care and Ecofeminism,” in the book “Mad Max and Philosophy: Thinking Through the Wasteland,” demonstrates her ability to connect critical thinking with current issues.

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