Oklahoma State University: Three School Of Teaching, Learning And Educational Sciences Faculty Members Awarded

Press release from Oklahoma State University:

2021-12-14

Media Contact:
Katie Lacey | Communications Specialist | 405-744-9347 | katie.l.lacey@okstate.edu

The School of Teaching, Learning and Educational Sciences (STLES) in Oklahoma State
University's College of Education and Human Sciences recently recognized three faculty
members for 2021 STLES Awards in teaching and research at an awards ceremony on Dec.
3.

“Each of these individuals are excellent examples of the highest caliber of faculty
we have within our school and college. Each has excelled in their roles and we are
fortunate to have them as members of the faculty at Oklahoma State University,” said
Dr. Shelbie Witte, STLES school head.

Dr. Qiuying Wang, professor in reading and literacy education, received the 2021 STLES
Teaching Excellence Award for her dedication to her student’s learning as well as
her own professional development. Dr. Wang is also an expert in dyslexia education.

Dr. Ryan Farmer, assistant professor in school psychology, received the 2021 STLES
Scholarship Award for his outstanding achievements and productivity in research, focusing
on assessment and tele-assessment, educators.

Dr. Farmer’s work has been recognized as invaluable during the COVID pandemic in helping
school psychologists continue to offer services while at a distance.

John Weaver, master teacher for the OSUTeach program, received the 2021 STLES Teaching
Excellence Award for Clinical Faculty for his outstanding teaching and support to
his students and fellow faculty.

Weaver’s wealth of experience as a secondary classroom teacher of mathematics and
special education has been a great benefit to preservice teachers.

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