Distinguished Full Professor Award

The Distinguished Full Professor Award recognizes faculty members who have achieved the rank of Professor and who continue to perform in an exemplary manner through service, scholarship, innovation, leadership, and other professorial achievements. It is intended both to recognize those professors whom faculty should emulate and to reward professors who show outstanding leadership at the college. The award was first given in 2011.

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The deadline for 2026-2027 Distinguished Full Professor Award nominations is Friday, February 26, 2027.

2024-25 Distinguished Full Professor Award Winners

Distinguished Full Professor Award starting with Dr. Harrison from left to right: Jeff Richardson, Biological & Physical Sciences Professor; Heather Johnston, Social & Behavioral Sciences Professor; Amy Hatfield, Mathematics Professor; Lydia Gilmore, Business & Paralegal Programs Professor.

Nominate a Distinguished Full Professor!

Nominations from both Columbus State colleagues and/or the faculty member’s larger professional community will be accepted. The deadline for nominations is Friday, February 26, 2027. To nominate a candidate for the 2026-2027 Distinguished Full Professor Award, please use the following link. 

Selection criteria can be found on the Distinguished Full Prof Award Guidelines.

2021/2022 Quality Recognition Awards Sway presentation

Previous Award Winners