1. 2011

2. Allen Goodwin Has a gift from making complex
modules accessible, utilising
teaching methods which not only
capture the student’s desire to
learn but makes them memorable
too.
Creates a learning environment
in which students develop
confidence and the ability to
critically evaluate and question.
Sessions are both fun and
engaging but above all he makes
research methods and statistics
come to life!

3. Luke Beardon
A quiet man of few words but
whose passion for the area of
autism speaks volumes.
He promotes people with autism
and Asperger’s syndrome by
removing typecasting and
stereotypes; believing in capability
rather than disability.
Students say it is like a breath of
fresh air listening to Luke after
years of negative words such as
disability, disorder, impairment.

4. Dr Edwyn Anderton
known to go above and beyond the
call of duty, sharing his passion for
science and teaching with his
students.
 Someone students want to
emulate in their future careers as
primary teachers and will have a
lasting impact through his tips and
tricks shared with them.
Created converts from reluctant
students who were nervous about
science and created a desire to
learn more. For others, he has re-
ignited interest in science and the
teaching science

5. Conor O'Callaghan
 Makes learning a
pleasure
 Made students think
 Developed a personal
interest in student's
learning, giving them
confidence in their
abilities
 Gives robust but fair
criticism through sound
and honest advice

6. Anne Michael
 Creates a supportive
and inclusive
environment in which to
learn
 Is available outside the
classroom, providing
support and guidance
above and beyond the
call.
 Sets the bar for others
to follow

7. Julie Myers
 Inspires students to learn
more, through her passion
for the subject and making
sessions enjoyable.
 She “knows her stuff” and
“knows how to deliver”.
 Makes all the members of
the group feel valued,
developing confidence
and self belief.

8. Mark Edwards
 “Goes beyond the call of
duty to help”, taking a
genuine interest in his
students.
 “Lights a fire under your
feet”, providing regular
feedback which identifies
weaknesses and how to
improve.
 Breaks down complex
information using skills
which students can use
outside university.

9. Chiara Orefice
 Is someone who
students look up to
through her experience
within the industry and
subject knowledge
 Her passion “fills you
with an energy to learn”
 She is approachable
and will “go the extra
mile”.

10. Daryl May
 Enthusiastic, sharing
information and job
opportunities with
students
 Supports students outside
the classroom with
positive encouragement,
will go the extra mile to
give feedback
 He makes efforts to know
students, a “GREAT asset
to the University”

11. John McAuley
 Enthusiasm for his subject
and the breadth of his
theoretical and practical
knowledge, making it easy
for students to immerse
themselves in learning,
yet creating an
atmosphere which
enables students to query
and clarify understanding
 Challenges students to
achieve more

12. Mel Bull
 Enthusiasm, positive
attitude and teaching
style engages students
to learn more.
 Makes everyone feel
included and creates a
“can do” atmosphere
through her support.
 “A great ambassador for
Uni” and “a credit to the
University”

13. Philip Wibberley
 Makes the subject
interesting, fun and easy
to remember.
 Encourages students to
push themselves to aim
higher whilst being helpful
and going the extra mile
to make sure all students
understand
 Topics brought to life
through real life examples
and experience

14. Philo Holland
 “Makes time for every
student and puts their
needs first”.
 “Very genuine and honest
about his profession”
…”passionate about what
he does”
 “Hearing someone who
has real experience from
his trade is inspiration
enough, his teaching
methods and lectures are
innovative and
interesting”.

15. John Walton
 Enthusiastic about his
subject and a “genuine
willingness to help people
to learn”.
 Engages students in both
face to face and distance
learning environments
making sessions
enjoyable and ensuring
attendance.
 “Really amazed with the
teaching style of John and
his dedication towards
teaching”.

16. Claire Craig
 Is a role model through her
passion, enthusiasm and
subject knowledge is
infectious.
 Refreshing and interesting
relating theory to her
everyday practice and
makes her topic real to the
students.
 “… makes me realise there
are still amazingly good
people left in the world who
really want to make a
difference to the quality of
care people receive from
health professionals.”

17. Tony Cowell
 “I wouldn’t have been able to
complete my degree without
his help and support”
 “Passionately and
enthusiastically shared his
past teaching experience
and other life experiences to
equip and motivate me”
 “Has an inspirational amount
of enthusiasm, not only
impressed myself and my
peers, but also several
placement mentors with his
vision and ethos on
excellent teaching”

18. Dave Eddy
 Encourages students through
“positive and constructive
comments”, professional yet
approachable questioning and
provoking students to respond.
 His commitment is outstanding,
responding to emails and
answering questions promptly,
regularly updating the
Blackboard site updating.
 “A valuable asset for Sheffield
Hallam University”. “SHU can
be really proud to have such
committed members of staff!!!”

19. Claire Young
 Understands the needs
of students and creates
a supportive
environment in which to
learn whilst making
difficult subject
understandable.
 “Absolute passion for
her subject”.
 “Approachable and
friendly”

20. Michaela Brown
 She makes “every
seminar interesting”,
“never a dull seminar
with Michaela”.
 She shows a genuine
interest in her students,
taking time and listening
to students.
 She is a role model.

21. Hilary Pengelly
 Committed to her
students, she is
approachable and caring
listening to students,
“going the extra mile”.
 “She is so enthusiastic
when she is teaching it
rubs off on us”
 “Hilary’s energy and
enthusiasm for the subject
of social work is immense
and she is an inspirational
figure who I would hope to
emulate”.

22. Val Keating
 “She has an innate ability to
identify individuals strengths
and weaknesses quickly and
find ways to develop learning
skills and knowledge in an
appropriate manner .“
 Inspires students who “are
there because they had to” or
“had been strong-armed into
the course” to become
“converted sceptics” willing
and enthusiastic continuing
their studies voluntarily “largely
because of the enthusiasm that
Val had injected into the whole
group. It was quite
contagious”.

23. Sue Franklin
 She is “stubborn and strict
and just what you need to
get you going but also have
a very human side and can
see when you are
struggling”. She is clear
about what she expects .
 Ensures students reach their
full potential though
encouragement and support.
 She builds confidence and
self-esteem through thought
provoking teaching.

24. 2011

25. Gareth Morgan

26. Ros Garrick

27. Rachel Abbot

28. Martin Beer

29. Elizabeth
Uruchurtu

30. Lisa Hopkins

31. Anthony Rosie

32. Exceptional award 2011

33. Claire Rayner
 She has kept me informed
and has responded to any
enquiries rapidly and in
full. Always very helpful.
 She provided excellent
support, encouragement,
and help whenever I
emailed or called. Her
devotion to her students is
truly inspirational.
 Claire - dedicated and
efficient. Really excellent
customer service given.