On Apr. 14, 2005, Andrews University honored the achievements of students and faculty at the annual awards assembly held in the Howard Performing Arts Center. This is the time of year when students receive scholarships and special honors for academic and athletic achievements from their departments and different entities on campus. It is also the chance for students to recognize special professors with the student-chosen Advisor of the Year and Teacher of the Year awards. Both of these awards are determined by feedback received on evaluations filled out by the students.

Jane Sabes, associate professor of political science, was this year’s recipient of the Teacher of the Year award. Sabes, however, was not able to be present to hear the kind words said about her at the time the award was given. She was taking a class out on a promised end-of-the-semester lunch, a perfect demonstration of her commitment to her students.

This year’s Advisor of the Year award went to Diane Ford, assistant professor of nursing. Students shared quotes taken from student advisor evaluations describing the positive impact Ford had on their college experience.

“I just do what I imagine most other faculty at Andrews do,” said Ford. “I try to do what is important to students, such as spending time with them, being available, giving friendly comments, and encouraging words. I feel honored and very appreciative to have received this award.”

Beverly Stout, University Relations Lake Union Herald correspondent