The Frances S. Johnson Junior Faculty Innovative Teaching Award

Application Deadline: January 31, 2026

The Faculty Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning is pleased to announce the annual Junior Faculty Innovative Teaching Award, in honor of Frances S. Johnson, who was the Director of the Faculty Center from 2001 until her passing in 2008. Learn more about Dr. Frances Johnson.

About the Award

As an institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarly and creative activity, and learning, Rowan University will honor one (1) junior faculty member who demonstrates innovative and meaningful teaching that promotes student learning. 

For this prestigious award, innovative teaching means the inclusion and application of research and scholarly activity within classroom pedagogy (e.g., bridging theory and teaching practice, introduction of cutting-edge research into learning objectives and activities, leveraging research expertise in course content and delivery).

The selected faculty member will receive an $850 total award ($350 cash award; $500 educational materials mini-budget). 

Learn more about Previous Frances S. Johnson Junior Faculty Innovative Teaching Award Recipients.