MSU’s College of Education honors faculty, staff with teaching, research, service awards
Contact: Bethany Shipp
STARKVILLE, Miss.—Mississippi State’s College of Education is honoring faculty and staff with annual awards for their outstanding contributions that advance the mission, effectiveness and impact of the college.
“I am incredibly proud of this year’s award recipients and the meaningful difference they make every day through their teaching, research and service,” said Teresa Jayroe, College of Education dean. “Their dedication not only elevates the College of Education, but also creates lasting impact for our students, our communities and the future of education across our state.”
This year’s honorees include:
—Beca Spencer, Cindy Rose Teaching Award. An assistant professor of practice in the Department of Counseling, Higher Education Leadership, Educational Psychology and Foundations, Spencer is praised for her profound impact on student achievement, dedication to curriculum innovation, extensive mentorship and exceptional service to both the university and community.
—Mark Wildmon, Clyde Muse Service Award. An assistant professor in the Department of Counseling, Higher Education Leadership, Educational Psychology and Foundations, Wildmon is celebrated for his sustained, community-engaged service that has strengthened the college’s partnerships with rural public school systems, state organizations and underserved students across Mississippi.
—Stephanie Lemley, Herb Handley Research Award. An associate professor in the Department of Teacher Education and Leadership, Lemley is recognized for her sustained research productivity, success in securing competitive external funding and ability to translate research into meaningful educational practice, as reflected in her agricultural literacy work.
—Kyle Baggerly, Betty Purvis Staff Award. A contract and grant specialist in the COE Dean’s Office, Baggerly is praised for his professionalism, expertise and unwavering commitment to supporting faculty success, which have become foundational to the growth of the college’s research infrastructure.
—Michelle Stubbs, Donnie Prisock Excellence in Access and Engagement Award. An assistant teaching professor in MSU-Meridian’s Division of Education, Stubbs is celebrated for leading transformational, systems-level initiatives that strengthen Mississippi’s teacher workforce while expanding access to high-quality preparation pathways for aspiring educators statewide.
MSU’s College of Education is home to five academic departments, a division of education, one research unit and numerous service units. Learn more at www.educ.msstate.edu.
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