ICC’s Mission, Core Values, and Your Teaching PhilosophyIn 250 words or less, please describe your teaching philosophy and describe how it coincides with ICC’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

Professional Project Development PlanPlease explain your professional project development plan. Provide an overall descriptive paragraph of the project or plan, goal/s, a brief timeline, and a basic itemized budget to include time, materials, and any equipment needed.

Benefit or Intended Outcomes of the Project or PlanIn a brief statement, please address how serving as the Endowed Teaching Chair will benefit student learning at ICC–thus provide a description of the intended outcome/s and benefits of the project plan for ICC.

Presentation PlanDescribe the best method to present the outcomes of the project (Poster Session, Open House, August Celebration of Learning, etc.)

Letter of RecommendationPlease submit three letters of recommendation (one must be from your Dean.) The letters should support the applicant’s candidacy and may include statements regarding teaching ability and innovation, success in teaching and learning, community involvement, publications and presentations, leadership in teaching excellence, etc. The letters may be from a student, colleague, supervisor, community member, etc.

ILLINOIS CENTRAL COLLEGE

Educational Foundation

Inside is your “motivation”for getting started on an

instructional project!Apply by February 18

2005-2006Elizabeth CarricoMath, Science, & EngineeringStatistics Workbook Project

2006-2007Jennifer CostaArts & CommunicationArt Portfolio Project

• 2016-2017 •Jennifer Hopp

English, Humanities, & Language Studies

Mary Phelps ClaytonSocial Sciences & Public Services

Joint Project to Develop an Introductory Course for Faculty: Teaching Online at ICC

2003-2004Kim RitchhartDental HygieneDental Clinic Patient Education Project

2004-2005Patrick WardMath, Science, & EngineeringHigh School Math Collaborative Project

2018-2019Endowed

Teaching ChairApplication

2007-2008Michael Boyd, Ph.D.English & Language StudiesICC Developmental Education Best Practices Project

2008-2009Elizabeth Baldridge, Ph.D.English & Language StudiesTransition to College SupportProgram Project

2009-2010Sarah ParlierEnglish & Language StudiesProject ME (Non-traditionalFemale Support Project)

SM

2010-2011Paula Ahles, Ph.D.Social SciencesOrientation to Education Project

2011-2012Kelly Crawford-JonesHealth CareersService Learning Project

2012-2013Brent GokenArts & CommunicationCollege Internships Review Project

2013-2014Shari DinkinsEnglish, Humanities, & Language StudiesOffering Study Skills with a Gateway Child Development Course Project

2014-2015Lee Ann HohstadtOccupational Therapy Assistant Program, Health CareersInterpersonal Education Living Laboratory: Care for the Caregiver

2015-2016Jennifer CostaArts & CommunicationAcademic Integrity:Decreasing Plagiarism Project

The Dr. Thomas K. Thomas Endowed Teaching Chair Program at Illinois Central College recognizes teaching excellence. Specifically, the program looks for teachers who exhibit distinction in one or more of these areas:• Student-centered instructional philosophy• Commitment to teaching• Contribution to Illinois Central College’s mission and values• Instructional innovation• Impact on community The Endowed Teaching Chair awards a stipend of up to $3,500 or equivalent in release time. The stipend supports faculty plans to improve instruction or enhance professional development. Successful candidates also receive an engraved plaque, with a medallion, and recognition at ICC’s Annual Employee Recognition Banquet.

The Endowed Teaching Chair is made possible throughthe Educational Foundation by the support of individuals, corporations, and organizations committed to the “art and science of teaching.” The Endowed Teaching Chair is named for retired ICC President, Dr. Thomas K.Thomas.

EligibilityFull-time, tenured, and tenure-track faculty are eligible. Recipients must maintain continuous, full-time employment at ICC.

Application Process1. Candidates for the award must complete this applica- tion, including a Professional Project Development Plan. Additional applications are available through Deans, Organizational Learning, and Organizational Learning Awards webpage.

2. Applications, including the letter of recommendation, are due in Organizational Learning by end of day February 18. Submit application to Malia Heath, 694-5442, Room 340E, malia.heath@icc.edu.

3. Recipients will be notified by April 1.

Professional or Project Development PlanApplicants will submit a Professional Project Development Plan. This plan outlines how the applicant intends to use the stipend to enhance instruction or professional development or a project related to instruction. The plan should include an overall descriptive paragraph of the project plan; goals; timeline; a basic itemized budget to include time, materials, and any special equipment; a description of the intended outcome/s and benefits of the project or plan; and a method to present the final project. (See application.)

Evaluation/RatingThe Selection Committee will score each application with equal emphasis on:• The overall application, teaching philosophy, and faculty activities/awards• Professional Project Development Plan

The Selection Committee includes five faculty members appointed by the Faculty Senate, two Deans, a representative of the Educational Foundation, an Educational Foundation Board member, and is chaired by Organizational Learning. This is the Endowed Chair and Mini-Grant Review Committee.

The Committee may ask for a brief interview with final candidates, if necessary.

ImplementationOrganizational Learning will administer the Professional Project Development Plan. Reimbursement will be authorized through the Dean of the faculty member’s department according to current procedures. Changes to the Professional Project Development Plan must be submitted to Organizational Learning in writing in advance of any commitment for reimbursement. At the completion of the plan, the recipient must submit a report to Organizational Learning. The timeline for completion of the plan or project is July 1 of the following academic year. The recipient also may be invited to share the results of his/her Professional Project Development Plan with the Educational Foundation Board, the College Board of Trustees, and possibly other groups.

ApplicationPlease complete the following application. (A fillable PDF of this application can be acquired on the icc.edu/awards website as well as information concerning previous projects.) On all attachments to this application, list your name and the page number in the upper right hand corner of each page.

Name: __________________________________________________________________________________________

Home Address: ________________________________ City/State/Zip: ___________________________________

Home Phone: __________________________________ Office Phone: ____________________________________

Teaching ExperiencePlease list your teaching experience, beginning with most recent. Include position, location, subject matter taught, and years.

Classroom InnovationsPlease briefly describe classroom innovations you have implemented and the results achieved.

Professional ActivitiesList publications, conference presentations, and/or awards, within the last five years and provide the date and location.

Professional Organization MembershipsList memberships and/or offices held in professional organizations and provide the dates.

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“the Endowed Teaching Chair Program

at Illinois Central College recognizesteaching excellence . . .”

The Dr. Thomas K. Thomas Endowed Teaching Chair Program at Illinois Central College recognizes teaching excellence. Specifically, the program looks for teachers who exhibit distinction in one or more of these areas:• Student-centered instructional philosophy• Commitment to teaching• Contribution to Illinois Central College’s mission and values• Instructional innovation• Impact on community The Endowed Teaching Chair awards a stipend of up to $3,500 or equivalent in release time. The stipend supports faculty plans to improve instruction or enhance professional development. Successful candidates also receive an engraved plaque, with a medallion, and recognition at ICC’s Annual Employee Recognition Banquet.

The Endowed Teaching Chair is made possible throughthe Educational Foundation by the support of individuals, corporations, and organizations committed to the “art and science of teaching.” The Endowed Teaching Chair is named for retired ICC President, Dr. Thomas K.Thomas.

EligibilityFull-time, tenured, and tenure-track faculty are eligible. Recipients must maintain continuous, full-time employment at ICC.

Application Process1. Candidates for the award must complete this applica- tion, including a Professional Project Development Plan. Additional applications are available through Deans, Organizational Learning, and Organizational Learning Awards webpage.

2. Applications, including the letter of recommendation, are due in Organizational Learning by end of day February 18. Submit application to Malia Heath, 694-5442, Room 340E, malia.heath@icc.edu.

3. Recipients will be notified by April 1.

Professional or Project Development PlanApplicants will submit a Professional Project Development Plan. This plan outlines how the applicant intends to use the stipend to enhance instruction or professional development or a project related to instruction. The plan should include an overall descriptive paragraph of the project plan; goals; timeline; a basic itemized budget to include time, materials, and any special equipment; a description of the intended outcome/s and benefits of the project or plan; and a method to present the final project. (See application.)

Evaluation/RatingThe Selection Committee will score each application with equal emphasis on:• The overall application, teaching philosophy, and faculty activities/awards• Professional Project Development Plan

The Selection Committee includes five faculty members appointed by the Faculty Senate, two Deans, a representative of the Educational Foundation, an Educational Foundation Board member, and is chaired by Organizational Learning. This is the Endowed Chair and Mini-Grant Review Committee.

The Committee may ask for a brief interview with final candidates, if necessary.

ImplementationOrganizational Learning will administer the Professional Project Development Plan. Reimbursement will be authorized through the Dean of the faculty member’s department according to current procedures. Changes to the Professional Project Development Plan must be submitted to Organizational Learning in writing in advance of any commitment for reimbursement. At the completion of the plan, the recipient must submit a report to Organizational Learning. The timeline for completion of the plan or project is July 1 of the following academic year. The recipient also may be invited to share the results of his/her Professional Project Development Plan with the Educational Foundation Board, the College Board of Trustees, and possibly other groups.

ApplicationPlease complete the following application. (A fillable PDF of this application can be acquired on the icc.edu/awards website as well as information concerning previous projects.) On all attachments to this application, list your name and the page number in the upper right hand corner of each page.

Name: __________________________________________________________________________________________

Home Address: ________________________________ City/State/Zip: ___________________________________

Home Phone: __________________________________ Office Phone: ____________________________________

Teaching ExperiencePlease list your teaching experience, beginning with most recent. Include position, location, subject matter taught, and years.

Classroom InnovationsPlease briefly describe classroom innovations you have implemented and the results achieved.

Professional ActivitiesList publications, conference presentations, and/or awards, within the last five years and provide the date and location.

Professional Organization MembershipsList memberships and/or offices held in professional organizations and provide the dates.

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“the Endowed Teaching Chair Program

at Illinois Central College recognizesteaching excellence . . .”

ICC’s Mission, Core Values, and Your Teaching PhilosophyIn 250 words or less, please describe your teaching philosophy and describe how it coincides with ICC’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

Professional Project Development PlanPlease explain your professional project development plan. Provide an overall descriptive paragraph of the project or plan, goal/s, a brief timeline, and a basic itemized budget to include time, materials, and any equipment needed.

Benefit or Intended Outcomes of the Project or PlanIn a brief statement, please address how serving as the Endowed Teaching Chair will benefit student learning at ICC–thus provide a description of the intended outcome/s and benefits of the project plan for ICC.

Presentation PlanDescribe the best method to present the outcomes of the project (Poster Session, Open House, August Celebration of Learning, etc.)

Letter of RecommendationPlease submit three letters of recommendation (one must be from your Dean.) The letters should support the applicant’s candidacy and may include statements regarding teaching ability and innovation, success in teaching and learning, community involvement, publications and presentations, leadership in teaching excellence, etc. The letters may be from a student, colleague, supervisor, community member, etc.

ILLINOIS CENTRAL COLLEGE

Educational Foundation

Inside is your “motivation”for getting started on an

instructional project!Apply by February 18

2005-2006Elizabeth CarricoMath, Science, & EngineeringStatistics Workbook Project

2006-2007Jennifer CostaArts & CommunicationArt Portfolio Project

• 2016-2017 •Jennifer Hopp

English, Humanities, & Language Studies

Mary Phelps ClaytonSocial Sciences & Public Services

Joint Project to Develop an Introductory Course for Faculty: Teaching Online at ICC

2003-2004Kim RitchhartDental HygieneDental Clinic Patient Education Project

2004-2005Patrick WardMath, Science, & EngineeringHigh School Math Collaborative Project

2018-2019Endowed

Teaching ChairApplication

2007-2008Michael Boyd, Ph.D.English & Language StudiesICC Developmental Education Best Practices Project

2008-2009Elizabeth Baldridge, Ph.D.English & Language StudiesTransition to College SupportProgram Project

2009-2010Sarah ParlierEnglish & Language StudiesProject ME (Non-traditionalFemale Support Project)

SM

2010-2011Paula Ahles, Ph.D.Social SciencesOrientation to Education Project

2011-2012Kelly Crawford-JonesHealth CareersService Learning Project

2012-2013Brent GokenArts & CommunicationCollege Internships Review Project

2013-2014Shari DinkinsEnglish, Humanities, & Language StudiesOffering Study Skills with a Gateway Child Development Course Project

2014-2015Lee Ann HohstadtOccupational Therapy Assistant Program, Health CareersInterpersonal Education Living Laboratory: Care for the Caregiver

2015-2016Jennifer CostaArts & CommunicationAcademic Integrity:Decreasing Plagiarism Project

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