Congratulations to Heather Zwicker
Heather Zwicker, Professor in English and Film Studies and Vice-Dean of Arts, has been named a Vargo Teaching Chair.
History
The Chair is named after Dr. Jim Vargo, a University of Alberta alumnus ('68 BA, '70 MEd, '72 PhD) and former professor in the University of Alberta, Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine. A much-loved and respected scholar, taught for 23 years at the University of Alberta before retiring in 1998. Dr. Vargo passed away in January 2003.
Purpose
The Vargo Teaching Chairs at the University of Alberta have been created to foster excellence in teaching at the University. This program is committed to supporting individuals demonstrating innovative and creative teaching methods which enhance learning by undergraduate and graduate students
Congratulations, Heather!