Terri Nelson, a professor of French at Cal State San Bernardino, has been awarded Cal State University’s Innovation and Leadership award.
One of 25 Cal State faculty to receive the award, Nelson was recognized for her “innovative approach to curricular and faculty development,” according to a statement on Cal State San Bernardino website.
Nelson joined the university’s department of world languages and literatures 25 years ago.
“[Terri] Nelson is an outstanding professional development leader and a highly effective and innovative teacher with demonstrable impact on student success and lifelong learning,” said Mihaela Popescu, professor of communication studies at Cal State San Bernardino, in the statement.
Awardees receive $5,000, and $10,000, which goes to their academic department, according to the statement.