- January 12, 2015
- 3:00 pm
- Palak Shukla
Michael Rydel wins the Excellence in Adult Learning Award 2014
On December 18th, 2014 at the annual December SCPS Faculty Meeting, the winners of the Excellence in Adult Learning Award were announced. Two faculty members were selected from from a total of 25 nominees, chosen by students for their exemplification of Ignatian values.
Michael Rydel was one of the winners, and received his award from Dean Walter Pearson.
Michael Rydel with Dean Walter Pearson and Associate Dean Jeanne Widen, after receiving the award
Michael Rydel has taught over a thousand students in his thirty-plus years as a lecturer at Loyola University. He has a B.A. in English from Loyola and a M.A. in English Literature from Indiana University. Michael also earned an Online Teaching Certificate from UCLA. He has recently been promoted to Senior Adjunct Lecturer with the School of Continuing and Professional Studies.
In the words of his students, Michael Rydel is an “..an awesome instructor; he’s kind, patient, fun, and it’s a joy to be in his class. Mr. Rydel makes sure that his students understands the lesson(s) taught as well as the assignments given”
Heartiest congratulations to this well-deserved win! May this be the first in many such accolades!
Mike, you are wonderful!
Congratulations Mr. Rydel!
Since taking your classes my written communication skills have improved tremendously. Your award and recognition is well deserved.
Recognition has finally come to a much-deserving teacher and human being. Michael loves and respects his students as much as they love and respect him. Perhaps that’s one of the reasons for his success. By letting his light shine on others they will go forth and let their light shine in the world. Congratulations and much love to my brother!