Top honour for university professor Monika
A Sunderland University Professor has been honoured with one of teaching’s highest accolades.
Prof Monika Foster, head of school, business and management, has received the National Teaching Fellowship (NTF) for her commitment to higher education.
The NTF scheme recognises individuals who have made an outstanding impact on student outcomes and the teaching profession.
Prof Foster said: “This is a prestigious, national award which means a lot to me both personally and professionally.
“As the head of school of business and management, I’m delighted to raise the profile of the school and the faculty, and the university's commitment to putting our students first in everything we do.
“Receiving this award is a testimony to the fantastic work with our students, and a tremendous effort and commitment of all the colleagues in the School.
“I have very much valued the experience of applying for a National Teaching Fellow as an opportunity to review my teaching-led and student-focus 30-year career in HE.
“The key elements in my approach have always been students as partners. I look forward to joining the National Teaching Fellow community to further develop my own practice and to ensure I share the latest in learning and teaching within the school”
Prof Lawrence Bellamy, academic dean, faculty of business, law and tourism, said: “The National Teaching Fellowship award is a testament to Professor Foster’s hard work and innovation within the profession.
“Not only is she a strong researcher, but also highly dedicated to the cause of student-focused education.”