POTSDAM — SUNY Potsdam recently honored 16 faculty and staff members with the 2023 Chancellor’s Awards and President’s Awards, in recognition of their dedication and service to the campus.
This year, two employees received Chancellor’s Awards, while another 14 were honored with President’s Awards. The Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence are SUNY-level honors, conferred to acknowledge and provide system-wide recognition for consistently superior professional achievement and to encourage the ongoing pursuit of excellence. The President’s Awards are open to faculty and staff at SUNY Potsdam, including PACES Dining Services, the Child Care Center and campus Research Foundation employees.
This year’s Chancellor’s Award recipients were as follows:
Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching:
Professor Dr. Anthony “Tony” Betrus ’93 & ’94 is assistant chair of the Department of Business Administration, where he oversees the College’s online graduate programs in management, educational technology and instructional design. A model of teaching excellence, Betrus has dedicated his career to teaching and supporting students through innovative programs. With a portfolio of 23 self-created courses, Betrus sets high standards for his students, delivering cutting-edge content and fostering a supportive learning environment. He has been instrumental in introducing new modes of program delivery, including the development of fully online graduate programs. His courses incorporate real-world applications and involve students in research and creative endeavors, helping to build students’ portfolios as they gain expertise. In addition, Betrus serves as an academic advisor to the men’s soccer team, the faculty athletics representative to the NCAA, and he advises and helped to establish the College’s growing student Esports Club. His dedication has earned him numerous accolades, including the President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching and the Thomas L. and Jane D. Russell Distance…
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