Congrats to UM's New CASE Professor; President's Lecture Announced

The Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) has announced this year's honorees for U.S. Professor of the Year. In 2006, a Professor of the Year was recognized in 43 states, the District of Columbia, and Guam. Among that distinguished group is Montevallo's own Scott Stephens, Professor of Art. Stephens is now UM's fifth CASE Professor.

CASE is the professional organization for advancement professionals at all levels who work in alumni relations, communications, and development. The Professors of the Year program acknowledges the most outstanding undergraduate instructors in the country—those who excel as teachers and influence the lives and careers of their students. It is recognized as one of the most prestigious awards honoring professors.

For more information on Stephens' recognition:

• UM Press Release
• List of 2006 U.S. Professor of the Year State Winners

In other campus news, President Williams will give a talk on his recent trip to China. Williams will speak about “Strategic Management of Healthcare Services in the People’s Republic of China,” and will include slides and music recorded during the trip. The talk will take place in Merchants and Planters Bank Auditorium in Comer Hall on Monday, December 4^th, at 7:00 p.m.