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“It's been a tremendous honor to help elevate the program into its own Bachelor of Science in construction management, which was officially approved with our first graduating class in Fall 2020,” said Bockenhauer. Campus & Community, Construction Management

Bockenhauer receives Outstanding Faculty/Instructional Academic Staff Academic Advisor Award

Bockenhauer, known for her longstanding dedication to student success, has received an award recognizing excellence in academic advising.

“Some of the most memorable moments have come when students circle back, sometimes years later, to share that something I said or did made a difference for them,” reflected Sifri. Biology, Campus & Community

Sifri recognized as outstanding professional academic advisor

Nadia Sifri, a dedicated academic advisor within the Department of Biology, is being honored for her exceptional service, personal commitment and innovative contributions to student success.

"It’s the sense of a shared mission to help provide a student-centered, liberal arts education, and an esprit de corps with my colleagues in trying our best to accomplish that endeavor," says Murray, reflecting on the collaborative spirit that drives his work. Campus & Community, Humanities

Murray to Receive Excellence in Teaching Award

Dr. Dale Murray has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 Alliant Energy James R. Underkofler Excellence in Teaching Award, recognizing extraordinary undergraduate teachers.