Faculty and Staff Awards - CAPPA - The University of Texas at Arlington
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Faculty and Staff Awards - CAPPA - The University of Texas at Arlington
Faculty and Staff Awards
2025 Award Recipients
Faculty Awards
Teaching Award Categories:
CAPPA Teaching Excellence by Tenure-Track Faculty
Dr.
Atefe Makhmalbaf
, A
ssistant Professor in School of Architecture
CAPPA Teaching Excellence by APT Faculty
Prof. Amanda Aman
,
Lecturer in School of Architecture
CAPPA Excellence in Studio / Capstone / Community-Engaged Teaching
Prof. Julia Lindgren
,
Assistant Professor in School of Architecture
Research/Creative Activity Award Categories:
CAPPA Excellence in Research and/or Creative Activity by Tenured Faculty
Dr. Jiwon Suh
,
Associate Professor in Department of Public Affairs & Planning
CAPPA Excellence in Research and/or Creative Activity by Tenure-Track Faculty
Dr. Ariadna Reyes-Sanchez
, Assistant Professor in Department of Public Affairs & Planning
Dr. Evan Mistur
,
Assistant Professor in Department of Public Affairs & Planning
Service Award Category:
CAPPA Outstanding Service Contribution to Department / College
Dr. Taner Ozdil
,
Associate Professor in Landscape Architecture
Staff Awards
Excellence in Student Success Award
Ana Maria Peredo-Manor,
Academic Advisor I
Outstanding Staff Award
Christopher Socolich,
IT Analyst II
Shatavia Thomas,
Academic Advisor III
Faculty Awards
The College Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs (CAPPA) seeks to recognize our colleagues who have demonstrated excellence in Teaching/Advising, Research/Creative Activity, and Service while employed at the University of Texas at Arlington. Applications are to be emailed to the Associate Dean for Faculty Success and Research, Karabi Bezboruah at
bezborua@uta.edu
no later than
TBD.
Each award comes with a monetary sum of $750 and a certificate of recognition.
Email Your Application
Teaching Award Categories (4 Awards)
CAPPA Teaching Excellence by Tenured Faculty
CAPPA Teaching Excellence by Tenure-Track Faculty
CAPPA Teaching Excellence by APT Faculty
CAPPA Excellence in Studio / Capstone / Community-Engaged Teaching
CAPPA Teaching Award Candidate Form.docx
Research/Creative
Activity
Award Categories (2 Awards)
CAPPA Excellence in Research and/or Creative Activity by Tenured Faculty
CAPPA Excellence in Research and/or Creative Activity by Tenure-Track Faculty
CAPPA Research Award Candidate Form.docx
Service Award Categories (2 Awards)
CAPPA Excellence in Leadership and Mentorship
CAPPA Outstanding Service Contribution to Department / College
CAPPA Service Award Candidate Form.docx
Staff Awards
The College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs (CAPPA) seeks to recognize our staff who contribute to the success of our college. These awards highlight individuals who go above and beyond in their role and demonstrate excellence in multiple areas including leadership, teamwork, initiative, and customer service.
Please complete the digital nomination form for the CAPPA Staff Awards and include a supportive statement with a minimum of 300 words. The statement should include examples that align with the award description. Optional testimonial letters from staff, faculty, students, and others can be added to the nomination form.
All nominations are due by
TBD.
Each Award comes with a monetary prize of $750 and a Certificate of Recognition.
Staff Digital Nomination Form
Award Categories:
Excellence in Student Success Award (1 award)
This award recognizes an advisor or other
staff
who has demonstrated exceptional dedication, leadership, and support to students and student organizations. This award honors an individual who goes above and beyond to provide guidance, encouragement, and resources that foster growth, achievement, and success.
Outstanding
Staff
Award (up to 2 awards)
This award recognizes
staff
members who consistently go above and beyond their job responsibilities, make meaningful contributions to the college, and demonstrate a commitment to CAPPA’s values and mission.
Demonstrates exceptional performance and reliability.
Shows initiative, creativity, and a willingness to take on challenges.
Displays outstanding teamwork, leadership, or customer service.
Makes a measurable impact on organizational goals and outcomes.
We encourage everyone to actively participate in the nomination process and take this opportunity to highlight the outstanding contributions of their peers.
Recognizing the hard work, dedication, and achievements of colleagues not only fosters a culture of appreciation and respect but also strengthens our community as we celebrate the excellence that drives our department forward.
Awards will be announced at the CAPPA Faculty & Staff Meeting in
TBD
.
Overview
Dean’s Welcome
Leadership
Faculty
School Architecture Faculty
Public Affairs & Planning Faculty
Landscape Architecture Faculty
Staff Directory
Faculty and Staff Awards
Accolades
Dean's List
Archives
Faculty Searches
Staff Positions
Address
College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs
601 W. Nedderman Drive
Suite 203
Arlington, TX 76019-0108
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Faculty and Staff Awards
2025 Award Recipients
Faculty Awards
Teaching Award Categories:
CAPPA Teaching Excellence by Tenure-Track Faculty
Dr.
Atefe Makhmalbaf
, A
ssistant Professor in School of Architecture
CAPPA Teaching Excellence by APT Faculty
Prof. Amanda Aman
,
Lecturer in School of Architecture
CAPPA Excellence in Studio / Capstone / Community-Engaged Teaching
Prof. Julia Lindgren
,
Assistant Professor in School of Architecture
Research/Creative Activity Award Categories:
CAPPA Excellence in Research and/or Creative Activity by Tenured Faculty
Dr. Jiwon Suh
,
Associate Professor in Department of Public Affairs & Planning
CAPPA Excellence in Research and/or Creative Activity by Tenure-Track Faculty
Dr. Ariadna Reyes-Sanchez
, Assistant Professor in Department of Public Affairs & Planning
Dr. Evan Mistur
,
Assistant Professor in Department of Public Affairs & Planning
Service Award Category:
CAPPA Outstanding Service Contribution to Department / College
Dr. Taner Ozdil
,
Associate Professor in Landscape Architecture
Staff Awards
Excellence in Student Success Award
Ana Maria Peredo-Manor,
Academic Advisor I
Outstanding Staff Award
Christopher Socolich,
IT Analyst II
Shatavia Thomas,
Academic Advisor III
Faculty Awards
The College Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs (CAPPA) seeks to recognize our colleagues who have demonstrated excellence in Teaching/Advising, Research/Creative Activity, and Service while employed at the University of Texas at Arlington. Applications are to be emailed to the Associate Dean for Faculty Success and Research, Karabi Bezboruah at
bezborua@uta.edu
no later than
TBD.
Each award comes with a monetary sum of $750 and a certificate of recognition.
Email Your Application
Teaching Award Categories (4 Awards)
CAPPA Teaching Excellence by Tenured Faculty
CAPPA Teaching Excellence by Tenure-Track Faculty
CAPPA Teaching Excellence by APT Faculty
CAPPA Excellence in Studio / Capstone / Community-Engaged Teaching
CAPPA Teaching Award Candidate Form.docx
Research/Creative
Activity
Award Categories (2 Awards)
CAPPA Excellence in Research and/or Creative Activity by Tenured Faculty
CAPPA Excellence in Research and/or Creative Activity by Tenure-Track Faculty
CAPPA Research Award Candidate Form.docx
Service Award Categories (2 Awards)
CAPPA Excellence in Leadership and Mentorship
CAPPA Outstanding Service Contribution to Department / College
CAPPA Service Award Candidate Form.docx
Staff Awards
The College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs (CAPPA) seeks to recognize our staff who contribute to the success of our college. These awards highlight individuals who go above and beyond in their role and demonstrate excellence in multiple areas including leadership, teamwork, initiative, and customer service.
Please complete the digital nomination form for the CAPPA Staff Awards and include a supportive statement with a minimum of 300 words. The statement should include examples that align with the award description. Optional testimonial letters from staff, faculty, students, and others can be added to the nomination form.
All nominations are due by
TBD.
Each Award comes with a monetary prize of $750 and a Certificate of Recognition.
Staff Digital Nomination Form
Award Categories:
Excellence in Student Success Award (1 award)
This award recognizes an advisor or other
staff
who has demonstrated exceptional dedication, leadership, and support to students and student organizations. This award honors an individual who goes above and beyond to provide guidance, encouragement, and resources that foster growth, achievement, and success.
Outstanding
Staff
Award (up to 2 awards)
This award recognizes
staff
members who consistently go above and beyond their job responsibilities, make meaningful contributions to the college, and demonstrate a commitment to CAPPA’s values and mission.
Demonstrates exceptional performance and reliability.
Shows initiative, creativity, and a willingness to take on challenges.
Displays outstanding teamwork, leadership, or customer service.
Makes a measurable impact on organizational goals and outcomes.
We encourage everyone to actively participate in the nomination process and take this opportunity to highlight the outstanding contributions of their peers.
Recognizing the hard work, dedication, and achievements of colleagues not only fosters a culture of appreciation and respect but also strengthens our community as we celebrate the excellence that drives our department forward.
Awards will be announced at the CAPPA Faculty & Staff Meeting in
TBD
.
Overview
Dean’s Welcome
Leadership
Faculty
School Architecture Faculty
Public Affairs & Planning Faculty
Landscape Architecture Faculty
Staff Directory
Faculty and Staff Awards
Accolades
Dean's List
Archives
Faculty Searches
Staff Positions
Address
College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs
601 W. Nedderman Drive
Suite 203
Arlington, TX 76019-0108
Connect with us
CAPPA Facebook
CAPPA Instagram
CAPPA LinkedIn
Important Links
Give to CAPPA
News
CAPPA SharePoint
Contact