Each academic quarter,
graduating seniors at MSOE are invited to nominate an individual from their own
secondary school experience -- a teacher* who not only ‘knew her/his stuff,"
but could "communicate" it, and whose commitment to students included
encouragement of further educational and career goals. In more than a small
way, these teachers had a positive and significant influence on the life of one
or more students.

At a time of much concern
over the educational skills and competencies of our nation's young people, MSOE
wishes to recognize those who have had a significant influence on their
students' future educational achievement and career goals. Our wish is to
spotlight not only our graduates, but also thank those, who in some important
way, motivated them, inspired them and helped make it happen for them.
View the list of past VIP Excellence in Teaching Award recipients.
* Our working professional students are encouraged to nominate a "Very Influential Person" from their workplace or profession wo had guided, influenced or mentored them in a manner comparable to that described above.
