Professor Todd D. Krauss has been selected to receive the 2009 Goergen Award for Distinguished Achievement and Artistry in Teaching. In a departure from past award ceremonies, which took place at Convocation, the award will be presented at a special luncheon and award ceremony at Rush Rhees Library on October 7, 2009.

The award recognizes Professor Krauss for his excellence in teaching, most recently, in the large introductory Chemistry course, CHM 131, in addition to the other classes he has taught since joining the faculty at UR. Along with classroom performance, the award recognizes innovation in course design and curriculum, teaching methods and style, integration of research and teaching, and the ability to create a rigorous and relevant environment in the classroom, where students of all abilities and experiences with chemistry are stimulated and challenged.

Established in 1997 by University Trustee Robert Goergen and his wife, Pamela, the Goergen Award for Distinguished Achievement and Artistry in Undergraduate Teaching recognizes the distinctive accomplishments and skills of individual teachers in undergraduate courses in the College. The Award aims to recognize the full scope of educators' work that contributes to excellence in undergraduate education.