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<p>Call for nominations for ASA Distinguished Contributions to Teaching Award:<br /></p>
<blockquote class="cite"><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: xx-small;"> <br /><em>The ASA Distinguished Contributions to Teaching Award honors outstanding contributions to undergraduate and/or graduate teaching of sociology. The award recognizes contributions that have made a significant impact on the manner in which sociology is taught at a regional, state, national, or international level. These contributions may include preparation of teaching- and curriculum-related materials and publications, participation in the scholarship of teaching and learning, development and communication of innovative teaching techniques, leadership in teaching-related workshops and symposia, involvement in innovative program development, and contributions to the enhancement of teaching within state, regional, or national associations. The award typically is given for a series of contributions spanning several years or an entire career, although it may recognize a single project of exceptional impact. The award is not designed to recognize outstanding teaching ability at ones own institution unless that is part of a career with a broader impact. Individuals, departments, schools, or other collective actors are eligible.<br /> <br /></em>Nominations should include the name of the nominee and a one to two page statement explaining the basis of the nomination. Nominations should also include a vita, if applicable, and relevant supporting materials. Members of the Association or other interested parties may submit nominations to: American Sociological Association, c/o Governance, 1430 K Street NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20005; fax (202) 638-0882; e-mail <a href="mailto:governance@asanet.org">governance@asanet.org</a>. The nominations deadline is <strong>January 31, 2010.<br /> <br /></strong>Past recipients include:<br /><strong>2008</strong> Carol Jenkins, Glendale Community College; Elizabeth Grauerholz, University of Central Florida (co-winners)<br /><strong>2007</strong> Edward Kain, Southwestern University<br /><strong>2006</strong> Kathleen McKinney, Illinois State University<br /><strong>2005</strong> Caroline Persell, New York University<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> ---<br /><strong>Michele Muller<br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: Verdana; color: #808080; font-size: xx-small;">Program Assistant, Goverance & Information Systems<br /> American Sociological Association<br /> <br /> T 202.247.9840<br /> F 202.527.7876<br /></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman,Times; font-size: xx-small;"> </span></blockquote>