2025 Winner(s)
- Nelson A. Uhan , United States Naval Academy
Effective teaching of operations research and management science (OR/MS) involves up-to-date and contextually rich pedagogical material and an engaging classroom presence. True teaching excellence, however, is evident when students are empowered to apply their knowledge to the complex challenges they encounter in their professional careers. Dr. Nelson Uhan exemplifies this standard of excellence. His leadership and mentorship within his department, together with his role in developing an extensive curriculum, have left a lasting mark on his students. Dr. Uhan has created a learning environment that is rigorous, supportive, and inspiring through his innovative approach to grading, his teaching philosophy, and his outstanding course materials. In his dedication and success in teaching, Dr. Uhan is a role model for us.
Purpose of the Award
2025 Committee Chair
Tugce Martagan
Northeastern University
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The Prize for the Teaching of OR/MS Practice will be given annually, if there is a suitable recipient, to a university or college teacher for excellence in teaching the practice of OR/MS. The purpose of this award is to recognize a teacher who has succeeded in helping his or her students to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to be effective practitioners of operations research or the management sciences. An "effective practitioner" has respect for, understanding of, and the skills to surmount both the practical difficulties and the technical challenges of doing good OR/MS work. The award was presented for the first time at the INFORMS spring 1998 National Meeting.
2024 Submission Deadline: June 30, 2024
Any questions should also be directed to the committee chair. The nomination should be submitted through the INFORMS Awards software.