Professional Development

About

Lincoln Memorial University is dedicated to providing University faculty and academic support professionals with programs and resources that encourage excellence in teaching while promoting life-long learning.

The purpose of the Faculty Development Program is to enhance the quality of the faculty of Lincoln Memorial University by providing incentive, encouragement, and resources to individual graduate and undergraduate faculty for professional development.

For any questions or to schedule a one-on-one or group training on a topic, contact Erika Eschberger at [email protected] or 423.869.6268

Faculty Awards

HOUSTON AWARD

The Houston Award is a monetary reward and public recognition for exemplary professional teaching achievement accomplished during employment at LMU, to be presented during Spring Commencement activities. Full-time faculty members with a minimum of three years of teaching experience at LMU are eligible to receive the Houston Award. Recipients will receive $1,000, a Houston Award for Excellence in Teaching medallion, and a plaque.

LINCOLN AWARD

The Lincoln Award is a monetary reward and public recognition for outstanding scholarship and professional achievement, accomplished during employment at LMU, to be presented during Spring Commencement activities. Full-time faculty members with a minimum of three years of teaching experience at LMU are eligible to receive the Lincoln Award. Recipients will receive $1,000, a Lincoln Award for Outstanding Scholarship and Professional Achievement medallion, and a plaque.

For more information, procedures, and nomination forms related to the Houston and Lincoln Awards, please contact Academic Affairs.