McPherson College announces the recipients of the 2024-25 Teaching Awards. The awards are presented at the annual Honors Convocation held during Homecoming. This year’s recipients are Ami Martinez and Lindsey Burgey.
A committee of students and last year’s teaching award recipients reviewed nominations from students and faculty colleagues to select one tenured faculty member and one non-tenured faculty member to receive the awards.
Ami Martinez
This year’s tenured award recipient, Ami Martinez, is an assistant professor of English. Understanding and care are the two most prominent qualities mentioned in the nominations of Professor Martinez. She is recognized for her work in the classroom and as a mentor.
One commenter said, “I had Ami during my freshman year, and she always looked out for me and helped me through a really tough time. This year, even though I don’t have her in class, she sends check-in emails and encourages me to see her if I need help. She is an amazing person and teacher.”
Lindsey Burgey
Lindsey Burgey, assistant professor of business, received the non-tenured faculty teaching award. She was recognized for her caring and supportive approach to students and her love of McPherson College.
“Lindsey always makes classes easy to understand and is always understanding and helpful,” said one nomination. Another nomination said, “This professor is one of my favorite teachers. No matter if I have a problem or not, she is always willing to help me out.”