Dr. Theresa McCormick, an assistant professor in the Department of Curriculum and Teaching, received SGA's Outstanding Faculty Member award.  This award is presented to one faculty member from each of the university's schools and colleges.  Nominated by students, recipients have demonstrated respect of their peers and students, excellence in teaching, and concern for and involvement with students.  McCormick, who is also the program coordinator for the Elementary Education program, joined the faculty in 2004 after completing her doctorate at the University of Alabama.

Amy White, who graduated in spring 2008 with a bachelor's in elementary education, received SGA's Outstanding Student Award.  White, among other activities in the college, was an active member of the college's Student Ambassadors and Student Council.  She served as Student Council president during the 2007-08 academic year, and was selected to serve as the college's graduation marshal during the recent spring commencement ceremonies.

The awards were presented during the SGA's Honors Ceremony on April 7.