Dr. Linda Brandt has made her mark on Moraine Valley over her 46 years as a counselor in the Counseling and Career Development Center and an instructor of Human Development courses. Her passion for helping students both in and outside of the classroom is among the many reasons she is this year’s Professor of the […]

Some say teaching is an art. They also say teaching effectively to a diverse group of students is a talent. That being said, Joan Grupka, who has been an instructor for 35 years, is a talented artist. Grupka is this year’s Adjunct Professor of the Year, a distinction she earned for going above and beyond […]

An effective leader has a vision that will better their department and the college. It is someone who can see what needs to be done, and organizes the work and people to do so. These are among the qualities Dr. JoAnn Jenkins possesses and among the reasons she is the recipient of the Vernon O. […]

When Dr. Anna Rogers and Larry Langellier presented their “Addressing Equity Gaps in STEM Coursework Utilizing Growth Mindset” at in-service in January, little did they realize the impact it would have across the campus. Since their presentation, Rogers, counselor, and Langellier, professor of Information Management Systems, have been asked to present at various events, received […]

It’s expected the Robert E. Turner Award recipient should be loyal and dedicated to the college, be a team player, flexible, service orientated, have a positive outlook, and exhibit overall excellence every day. Sharon Davis not only meets those expectations, she exceeds them, and always with a smile. “I am so honored to be the […]

Shanya Gray, recipient of the Embracing Diversity Award, personifies diversity to the fullest. Her actions reflect the award’s description completely: an individual who actively and consistently demonstrates the core value of Diversity, the seventh of the Eighth expectations, in their conduct, interactions with others and daily responsibilities. “I believe this is the best award on […]