2024 ASUAF Faculty of the Year
The Associated Students of the University of 91视频 Fairbanks (ASUAF) are thrilled
to announce that Kathy Kitts, a graduate student and TA in the UAF Department of English,
has been honored with the 2024 ASUAF Faculty of the Year Award. Kathy鈥檚 exceptional
teaching and heartfelt dedication to her students have earned her this prestigious
recognition.
Kathy鈥檚 engaging English Composition classes have received glowing feedback, especially her WRTG F214X course, Arguing Across Contexts: Examining Sex, Gender, and Culture through Science Fiction. Students have praised the course for its insightful content and Kathy鈥檚 ability to make complex topics accessible and intriguing.
Kathy, who did not nominate herself and recused herself from the voting process, expressed gratitude for the award, stating, 鈥淚 especially appreciate this honor because it comes from the students. Their enthusiasm, curiosity, and willingness to learn allow me to do what I do. It鈥檚 easy to teach when you have great students.鈥
Beyond the classroom, Kathy has made significant contributions as an ASUAF senator, advocating passionately for graduate student issues. ASUAF extends its heartfelt congratulations to Kathy for this well-deserved recognition and looks forward to her continued contributions to UAF.