When taking a class of Dr. Gilbert's, I didn't just have him as a professor. I got to experience Dr. Gilbert as an adviser and professional confidant who was willing to listen, honor my voice and support me week to week. It was a joy to see and feel his authenticity and courage to give and receive respect which truly spoke to his character as a professor and human. Every week we had to participate in our Self-Care Journal. By discussing our weekly practices, we gave each other ideas of self-love and care stemming conversations about intentionality. He created a safe space for everyone to use their voice and to model intentional listening.

Jacie Jones, in her Career Catalyst nomination letter for Professor Brian Gilbert

Dr. Davie has played a key role in helping me make the connection between my personal life and my professional life. He taught me that it's super important to love going to work every day and the best way to do that is to marry your personal passions with your career passions. He has also helped me find internships, network connections, and wants to see me succeed and grow in whatever way possible. I've had a lot of college professors throughout my seven years of school, and Dr. Davie is a unique teacher who makes it a point to connect with his students and is willing to pour so much extra knowledge into his students if they're willing to give him the time.

Alexis Boehm, in her Career Catalyst nomination letter for Professor Lincoln Davie

Professor MacDonald has been a huge supporter in my internship/career path journey. Ever since I took her class, was always more than willing to answer any questions I had connecting to both in and out of class experiences. I told her about my internship/job search as an undocumented student and the struggles I was facing to find some sort of experiential learning opportunity. She has been the only professor, and person on this campus to help me find an experiential learning opportunity as an undocumented student, and for that I am very grateful. I never saw this experiential learning opportunity as an option for me, but Professor MacDonald has helped open the door and build the bridge to this amazing opportunity.

Gabriel Balbuena Trujillo, in his Career Catalyst nomination letter for Professor Lunden MacDonald

I am honored to write this testimonial for Rowdy the Roadrunner, whose dedication and passion for education have profoundly impacted our academic community. Rowdy’s innovative teaching methods and groundbreaking research in environmental science have garnered international recognition. Additionally, Rowdy’s invaluable mentorship has guided numerous students to success. We are incredibly fortunate to have such a remarkable faculty member.

Rowdy's Favorite Student

Professor Rowdy the Roadrunner