Martha Robertson, center, is the 2004 recipient of the Exemplary Teacher Award. She is seen here with President Philip P. Kerstetter, left, and Academic Dean Raymond Russin.

KWU’s Martha Robertson receives
2004 Exemplary Teacher Award

CONTACT: Leslie J. Eikleberry, Director of Public Relations, 785-827-5541 ext. 1127

September 10, 2004

SALINA, Kansas – A professor known for her excellence in teaching, use of technology, and ability to take on diverse assignments is the recipient of the 2004 Exemplary Teacher Award from Kansas Wesleyan University.

Martha Robertson, Assistant Professor of English and ESL, received the award during the opening convocation August 23 in the University United Methodist Church.

A faculty member who nominated Robertson noted her excellence in teaching.

“Her student evaluations are consistently high. Her classes are well-enrolled: when several sections of a course are available, hers fill rapidly, partly because she has a reputation of being very student-friendly,” Robertson’s nominator wrote. “I have never heard Martha raise her voice in anger, but have often experienced her warm smile and have been encouraged by her optimistic spirit. Whether working with one student or with a large class, she demonstrates patience, knowledge, and creativity.”

Robertson also was praised for her use of technology in the classroom and for her ability to teach in several different departments. Additionally, she was commended for her activity within her profession and her service to the university and the community.

Robertson joined the KWU faculty in 2000.