Frank and Dorothy Humel Hovorka Prize
The Frank and Dorothy Humel Hovorka Prize is awarded to an active or emeritus member of the Case Western Reserve University faculty in recognition of exceptional achievements in teaching, research, and scholarly service that have benefited the community, the nation, and the world.
Learn more about the nomination process for the Frank and Dorothy Humel Hovorka Prize.
2021 HOVORKA PRIZE WINNER
Pamela B. Davis, MD, PhD, Dean Emerita, School of Medicine
2020 HOVORKA PRIZE WINNER
Robert Savinell, PhD, Distinguished University Professor, George S. Dively Professor in Engineering
2019 HOVORKA PRIZE WINNER
Philip Taylor, PhD, Distinguished University Professor, Perkins Professor of Physics
2018 HOVORKA PRIZE WINNER
Jane W. Kessler, PhD ('GRS 51), Professor Emerita, Department of Psychological Sciences
Carl F. Wittke Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching
The Carl F. Wittke Award was established in 1971 in honor of Carl Wittke, a former faculty member, dean and vice president of Western Reserve University. The Wittke Award is presented each year to two Case Western Reserve University faculty members who have demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching. Wittke Award recipients are honored at the Undergraduate Studies diploma ceremony.
Learn more about the nomination process for the Carl F. Wittke Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching.
2021 WITTKE AWARD WINNERS
Cyrus Taylor, PhD
Albert A. Michelson Professor in Physics, College of Arts and Sciences
Anthony Wexler, PhD
Lecturer of English and SAGES Teaching Fellow
2020 WITTKE AWARD WINNERS
Diana Driscoll, PhD, Instructor, Department of Physics
Larry Sears, Lecturer, Sears think[box]
2019 WITTKE AWARD WINNERS
Harold Connamacher, PhD, Assistant Professor, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Jenny Hawkins, PhD, Assistant Professor, Economics
2018 WITTKE AWARD WINNERS
Lauren Calandruccio, Associate Professor, Department of Psychological Sciences
Robert Spadoni, Armington Professor, Department of English
J. Bruce Jackson, MD, Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Mentoring
The Jackson Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Mentoring recognizes the positive impact Case Western Reserve University faculty and staff have on the lives of students. It was established by J. Bruce Jackson, Adelbert '52, in honor of Dean Carl F. Wittke, who served as an advisor, mentor and friend to Dr. Jackson when he was an undergraduate student at Western Reserve University.
The Jackson Award celebrates faculty and staff who have guided a student in their academic and career paths; fostered the student's long-term personal development; challenged the student to reflect, explore and grow as an individual; and supported and/or facilitated the student's goals and life choices. Jackson Award recipients are honored at the Undergraduate Studies diploma ceremony.
Learn more about the nomination process for the Jackson Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Mentoring.
2021 JACKSON AWARD WINNERS
Ashley Nemes-Baran, PhD
Assistant Professor, Department of Neurosciences, School of Medicine
Gabrielle Parkin, PhD
SAGES Fellow, Interim Director of the Writing Resource Center
2020 JACKSON AWARD WINNERS
Andrea Milne, Lecturer, Department of History, and SAGES Teaching Fellow
Paul Tesar, PhD, Professor, School of Medicine
2019 JACKSON AWARD WINNERS
Monica Gerrek, PhD, Assistant Professor, Bioethics
Jenny Hawkins, PhD, Assistant Professor, Economics
2018 JACKSON AWARD WINNERS
Drew Adams, Assistant Professor, School of Medicine, Department of Genetics
Lauren Calandruccio, Associate Professor, Department of Psychological Sciences
John S. Diekhoff Award for Graduate Teaching and Mentoring
The John S. Diekhoff Award is presented to four full-time faculty members who make exemplary contributions to the education and development of graduate students at Case Western Reserve University. The award was created in honor of John Diekhoff, who served in several capacities during his tenure. From 1956 to 1970, he served as professor of English, chair of the Department of English, dean of Cleveland College, acting dean of the School of Graduate Studies and vice provost of the university.
In 1978, the university created the award to recognize outstanding contributions to the education of graduate students through advising, mentoring and classroom teaching. Initially, the award was presented to two full-time faculty members who serve as outstanding mentors to graduate students, connect them with experts in their discipline, engage them academically and actively promote their professional development. In 2009, the award was expanded to recognize two full-time faculty members who excel in the teaching of graduate students. The award is sponsored by the Graduate Student Senate and School of Graduate Studies. A committee of graduate and professional students reviews the nominations and recommends the winners. Diekhoff Award recipients are honored at the School of Graduate Studies diploma ceremony.
Learn more about the Diekhoff Awards.
2021 DIEKHOFF AWARD WINNERS
For excellence in teaching:
- Philip A. Cola, PhD
Associate Professor, Weatherhead School of Management - Andrew Crofton, PhD
Assistant Professor, Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine
For excellence in mentoring:
- Jessica Fox, PhD
Associate Professor, Department of Biology, College of Arts and Sciences - Daniel Goldmark, PhD
Professor, Department of Music, College of Arts and Sciences
2020 DIEKHOFF AWARD WINNERS
For excellence in teaching:
- Karen Potter, MFA
Professor and Chair Department of Dance - James Spilsbury, PhD, MPH
Associate Professor, School of Medicine
For excellence in mentoring:
- Eva Kahana, PhD
Distinguished University Professor, Department of Sociology - Anant Madabhushi, PhD
F. Alex Nason Professor II of Biomedical Engineering
2019 DIEKHOFF AWARD WINNERS
For excellence in teaching:
- Brian Gran, JD, PhD
Professor, Sociology and Law - Maggie Vinter, PhD
Assistant Professor, English
For excellence in mentoring:
- Brian Cobb, PhD
Professor, Pathology
Director, Immunology Training Program - Elina Gertsman, PhD
Professor, Art History and Art
2018 DIEKHOFF AWARD WINNERS
For excellence in teaching:
- Christopher J. Burant, PhD
Associate Professor, Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing - Thomas E. Love, PhD
Professor of Medicine, and Population & Quantitative Health Sciences
For excellence in mentoring:
- Eileen P. Anderson-Fye, EdD
Associate Professor of Bioethics - Paul Tesar, PhD
Dr. Donald & Ruth Weber Goodman Professor of Innovative Therapeutics, Associate Professor, Genetics and Genome Sciences
President’s Award for Visionary Achievement
President Snyder created the President’s Award for Visionary Achievement in 2008 to recognize individuals who have distinguished themselves through exceptional philanthropic service to the university, the world and humanity. Previous honorees include Peter B. Lewis, Iris Wolstein, Milton and Tamar Maltz, Tinkham Veale, Norma Lerner, Jane Baker Nord, the Cleveland Foundation, Ronald B. Richard, William B. La Place, Phillip A. Ranney, and the Fowler family.
2020 President's Award for Visionary Achievement
Coleman P. Burke (presented during Fall Convocation 2020)
2018 President's Award for Visionary Achievement
Larry Sears and Sally Zlotnick Sears
2017 President’s Award for Visionary Achievement