The essence of the College of Charleston resides in the talent, commitment and achievement of its faculty. On April 25, 2011, the College recognized outstanding faculty accomplishments and dedication in teaching, research and advising.

Amy N. Langville, associate professor in the mathematics department, is the recipient of the William V. Moore Distinguished Teacher-Scholar Award, which honors one faculty member who has done an exemplary job of integrating research into teaching over the course of a career and works closely with students on their own research to enrich their intellectual lives.

Conseula A. Francis, associate professor in the English department, is the recipient of the Distinguished Teaching Award, which honors one faculty member who has demonstrated a commitment to high standards and teaching excellence throughout his or her career.

Kristin D. Krantzman, professor in the chemistry and biochemistry department, is the recipient of the Distinguished Research Award, which is given annually to a professor who has distinguished him or herself by way of research.

Julia L. Eichelberger, professor in the English department, is the recipient of the Distinguished Service Award and the Distinguished Advising Award. The Distinguished Service Award recognizes the contributions of a colleague who, beyond their required duties, has a sustained career of serving the college community in an outstanding and distinguished manner. The Distinguished Advising Award honors those faculty members who have demonstrated a sustained dedication to students, assisting them with all aspects of academic advising.

Bernard E. Powers, Jr., professor in the history department, is the recipient of the Distinguished Advising Award, which honors those faculty members who have demonstrated a sustained dedication to students, assisting them with all aspects of academic advising.

The following faculty members were also recognized for their service to the College of Charleston. They will be retiring at the end of this academic year.

Walter M. Pharr, Jr. in the computer science department (28 years of service).

John A. Olbrych, Jr. in the theatre department (32 years of service).

Annette Godow in the health and human performance department (18 years of service).

Thomas V. Gilson in the Library (25 years of service).

Georgia T. Schlau in the Hispanic studies department (21 years of service).

Gerard R. Montbertrand in the French department (26 years of service).