1xbet online games login Polytechnic's Marchbanks Award presented to Joel Matthews
SALINA — Joel 1xbet online games login , a psychology instructor in the School of Integrated Studies at Kansas State University Polytechnic Campus, is the recipient of the 2020 Marchbanks Memorial Award for Teaching Excellence. Established more than 30 years ago, the accolade commemorates a faculty member's commitment in the classroom, service to students and overall merit as a teacher.
"This award is quite humbling because I am surrounded by excellent teachers on our campus, and it's only through the continued support from both them and the administration that I have become the teacher I am today," 1xbet online games login said. "And perhaps more importantly, the students provide me with a constant source of inspiration and appreciation for the value of good teaching."
Matthews began his 1xbet online games login Polytechnic teaching career in 1995 as a part-time instructor. In 2002, he advanced to a full-time position and currently teaches General Psychology, Psychology of Religion, Abnormal Psychology and Professional Conduct, Ethics and Analysis.
Before joining 1xbet online games login , Matthews spent 12 years as a full-time licensed psychotherapist. This role provided him with a wealth of experience and stories to use in the classroom.
"I believe these stories provide students with examples they cannot find in a textbook," 1xbet online games login said. "They are also fun tools to promote student engagement."
A native of Arlington, Nebraska, 1xbet online games login grew up in a large family where he learned the value of hard work and rewards of persistence. He attended Nebraska Wesleyan University, earning a bachelor's degree in psychology with a minor in philosophy. He also has a master's degree in clinical psychology from Emporia State University. 1xbet online games login has maintained his professional licensure since 1990.
"Teaching allows me to share a passion for learning, and I believe good teaching helps ignite that passion in students," 1xbet online games login said. He particularly enjoys those moments when students get it and start making connections. 1xbet online games login considers a well-rounded education to be valuable and enjoys helping students broaden their horizons.
Originally, 1xbet online games login ' primary teaching goal was to promote knowledge. "Through experience and support from my colleagues, I now tend to focus on making connections and enhancing self-awareness," he said. "More and more, I have grown to believe a quality education sparks personal growth."
