NACTA seeks to inspire achievement at the highest levels of excellence. Recognizing and honoring individuals whose efforts represent the very best in the teaching of agriculture, environmental, natural or life sciences at the post-secondary level are central to NACTA. At the same time, NACTA seeks to encourage our honored colleagues to share their methods of achieving excellence. This year, NACTA is proud to have awarded 55 educators with one of the 8 possible Teaching Awards. Below is a complete list of the winners.
NACTA Teaching Scholar Award Michael Mashtare Chad Miller
Judging and Student Service Award Mike Roeber
Early Global Engagement Award Noel Habashy
Distinguished Global Engagement Award Cheryl Wachenheim
Excellence in Teaching and Learning with Technology Award OP McCubbins
NACTA Teaching Award of Excellence Elizabeth L. Karcher
Consider nominating someone for one of the 2025 NACTA Awards. Award nominations will open in the fall and are due February 1, 2025. Complete details can be found on the NACTA website under Member Info.
Congratulations to all the award winners this year!