Amy Tibbals, a senior lecturer in the Department of English at The Ohio State University at Marion, has been honored with The Ohio State University’s 2024 Provost’s Award for Distinguished Teaching by a Lecturer. Tibbals, who is dedicated to student-centered education and incorporating service-learning into student experiences, was surprised with the news of her award during a virtual meeting in March. Through her innovative teaching methods, Tibbals engages students in experiential learning opportunities, such as the “Pay It Forward” program, where students develop grant requests for local nonprofit organizations to refine their writing skills while making a positive impact in the community.
Tibbals’ commitment to integrating real-world application and community engagement into her courses has garnered praise from her students, who appreciate the opportunity to use their writing skills to help others. Her classes are lauded for teaching important life lessons and preparing students for the professional world. In addition to her role as a lecturer, Tibbals serves as the assistant coordinator of the campus Writing Center, providing support and mentorship to students to help them achieve their academic and professional goals. Her dedication to enhancing student learning extends beyond the classroom, as she actively participates in campus initiatives and professional development opportunities.
With a focus on utilizing evolving technologies and multimodal projects in her teaching, Tibbals strives to create engaging and impactful learning experiences for her students. She has also presented on the benefits of service-learning in building empathy and engagement in the classroom. In addition to her recent accolade, Tibbals has received several other teaching awards, including the Ohio State Marion Teaching Excellence Award and the Marion County United Way Community Partner Award for her work on the “Pay It Forward” project. Her passion for teaching and dedication to student success have made her a respected and valued member of the university community.
As a recipient of the Provost’s Award for Distinguished Teaching by a Lecturer, Tibbals will receive a $5,000 honorarium and induction into Ohio State’s Academy of Teaching. This recognition highlights her exemplary contributions to undergraduate and graduate/professional student education and her commitment to excellence in teaching. Tibbals and other award winners will be honored during the annual Faculty Awards Celebration on April 30. Through her innovative pedagogy, community engagement initiatives, and dedication to student success, Amy Tibbals has made a lasting impact on the educational experience at The Ohio State University at Marion.
