MCC Daily Tribune

Congratulations Dr. Benjamin Schermerhorn, MCC's Emerging Excellence Award Recipient

Dr. Benjamin Schermerhorn, Instructor, Engineering Science & Physics, is this year’s recipient of MCC’s Emerging Excellence Award. This award is specifically designed for newer employees who have gone above and beyond the general responsibilities of their role. Throughout Benjamin’s 3 years at MCC, he has consistently demonstrated dedication to MCC, our students, and the Engineering Science & Physics Department.

Each and every day, Benjamin demonstrates his commitment to his students and their success. Most notably, Benjamin has served as Faculty Advisor for both Pride Alliance and Engineering Leadership Council (ELC), actively supports MCC’s Scholars Day and Celebration of Learning, and consistently participates in Teaching & Creativity Center programming.

Benjamin champions equitable grading practices, strengths-based pedagogy, and student-centered course design. Benjamin’s colleagues are impressed with his compassion for students, his excellence in the classroom, and his ability to lead others. It has been a joy to congratulate Benjamin with this award, and we look forward to many more years of service!

Dana Voldan-Curry
Faculty Senate Professional Development Committee
11/21/2024