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Erin Surdo may not [yet] be “AND WHEN I CAN SEE THE A few comments from her colleagues
and former students highlight what makes Erin Surdo an outstanding teacher.
“Erin is an outstanding teacher, advisor, and leader. Her presence elevates all that we do in our department. Erin’s total focus on students and student success suggests that her impact will only increase with time.” — CEGE Department Head Paige Novak
“Great faculty members are more than good teachers and advisors. Dr. Surdo exceeds others with her determination to support and care for the wellbeing of students.” – former student
known to many of you— she only joined the faculty in 2013—but each of you probably remember at least
one significant teacher, maybe even before you got to the University, that made a lasting impression. Teachers can make a significant impact on students, and Erin Surdo is such a teacher.
Erin Surdo, Teaching Associate Professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geo- Engineering, received the
2023 AEESP Award for Outstanding Teaching in Environmental Engineering and Science, presented annually to one recipient across
HUMAN BEING FIRST, I AM ABLE TO DEVELOP AN HONEST STUDENT- INSTRUCTOR RELATIONSHIP THAT HELPS SUPPORT LEARNING.”
- Erin Surdo
the country. The award recognizes professors who have demonstrated a significant commitment to teaching. Surdo’s colleagues nominated her, noting her outstanding contributions
to curriculum development, teaching, outreach, and advising within CEGE. Since joining the faculty, she has taught eight different courses.
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Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors (AEESP) Award for Outstanding Teaching in Environmental Engineering and Science
ERIN SURDO