MacEwan University’s Teaching Awards celebrate faculty members who go above and beyond. This year, two continuing faculty members are set to receive the Distinguished Teaching Award.

“These exceptional teachers are wonderful examples of MacEwan’s tradition of excellence,” says Dr. Craig Monk, provost and vice-president, Academic. “We are all guided by the principles of Teaching Greatness, and these faculty members consistently have a profound influence over our students and their academic success.”

The Distinguished Teaching Awards will be presented as part of the Spring Convocation ceremonies later this month.

About the recipients

Dr. Amanda Nelund
Department of Sociology

Dr. Amanda Nelund guides her students through their studies with innovative course design, inclusive pedagogy and an ability to foster critical engagement and social responsibility. Her teaching exemplifies transformative learning that prepares students to address complex social issues with empathy and insight. Nelund consistently explores possibilities for improving criminal and social justice, particularly for women who have been victimized by crime. 

Christine Pope
Department of Child and Youth Care

A MacEwan graduate herself, Christine Pope employs deeply student-centred teaching that is grounded in trauma-informed and anti-oppressive pedagogy. Her work fosters community-engaged learning that supports student growth and well-being. Pope is a proponent of interactive learning and uses field experiences to inform students, believing that those experiences are as important as concepts learned in the classroom. She also mentors and supports sessional and new faculty as the lead instructor for several practicum courses.