Nominations are now being accepted for the 2026 Excellence in Teaching Award, an honor that recognizes Ball State University instructors for their expertise, dedication, and talent in the classroom.
Of all awards that are presented during the Faculty Convocation at the beginning of fall semester, the Excellence in Teaching award is the only one based on student nominations.
To nominate the instructor who has made a real difference in your life as a student, please go to
https://bsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e8nouG79C0jC8uO
Nominations will be accepted through SUNDAY, MARCH 22, 2026 at 11:59 pm.
After nominations are complete, the top vote-getters will move on to a second round where a committee chooses up to three winners. Each winner receives a plaque at the Fall Faculty Convocation, a monetary award, and the opportunity to teach an existing course with innovative enhancements.
RECENT AWARDEES
2025
Ladelle Diekhoff, Computer Science
Kevin Gerrity, Music
2024
Michael Prater, Art
Jason Ribblett, Chemistry
2023
Rebecca Brown, Elementary Education
Tom McConnell, Biology
Ann Reichle, Accounting
2022
Dusty Rademacher, Social Work
Kristen Ritchey, Psychological Science
Use the URL link to nominate online now! Nomination submission closes SUNDAY, MARCH 22, 2026 at 11:59 pm.
https://bsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e8nouG79C0jC8uO