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DOME / School of Medicine Block Teaching Awards

At the conclusion of each academic year, the Directors and Associate Directors of the Phase 1 blocks select one faculty member who taught in the block to receive a DOME/School of Medicine Block Teaching Award.  Eligible awardees must demonstrate strong teaching within the block and have received positive evaluations from students. Moreover, the award is designed to recognize meritorious service or contributions to the teaching and learning activities within that year’s block, for example a willingness to:

  • Take on new or expanded responsibilities
  • Step in or volunteer to fill block needs
  • Develop innovative teaching activities
  • Serve as a role model or provide mentoring to other faculty
  • Engage with students in addressing complex topics

Previous Awardees