EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING

Each year, the College undergoes a process to evaluate the best instructors. Faculty, staff and students have the opportunity to weigh in on the nominations and vote for the top instructors. Then, the top nominees are asked to complete an extensive and rigorous self-review process, culminating with an unannounced video observation of the instructor in action in the classroom.

In 2016, the College’s Outstanding Excellence in Teaching Awards were awarded to Eric Savage, full-time mathematics instructor, and Natela Yevloyeva, part-time psychology instructor.

Savage holds a Master of Science in mathematics with a minor in statistics from University of Tennessee – Knoxville and a Bachelor of Science in mathematics with a minor in history. Savage loves teaching, especially mathematics, because he knows that he is helping people in their personal lives, whether they realize it or not.

“Mathematics is everywhere – in complex engineering models, statistical surveys and polls, and in computing the interest on a mortgage,” said Savage. “Regardless of the students’ major or career path, they will have to take a math class because wherever they go, they will need to know some level of math.”

Yevloyeva earned a Master of Psychology from Moscow University in Russia and a bachelor’s degree in teaching in elementary education from a pedagogical college in Vladikavkaz, Russia. During her tenure, she has valued the students, faculty and staff at Rowan-Cabarrus for their support and help in adapting to a new country and culture. Yevloyeva also holds an associate degree in nursing.

“We are very proud of these two instructors for the commitment they have made to our community and our students,” said Carl M. Short, chair of the College’s board of trustees.