Parise Named Vaughan Brooks Teaching Awardee

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Professor Jim Parise has received the David and Janet Vaughan Brooks Teaching Award from the Arts and Sciences Council in recognition of his dedication to instruction in and outside of the classroom!  The award is made in recognition of Prof. Parise's truly outstanding teaching across general and organic chemistry. 

Prof. Parise excels at sparking excitement about learning through engaging, well‑structured lectures that make complex material accessible without sacrificing rigor. Students frequently describe his teaching as clear, energetic, and intellectually stimulating, noting that his enthusiasm makes a challenging subject approachable and rewarding. Students also highlight the positive classroom atmosphere and his passion for teaching, and that this learning environment encourages curiosity and persistence. 

Prof. Parise has a knack for connecting learning beyond the classroom, helping students see the relevance of organic chemistry concepts and chemical thinking to medicine, research, and other scientific fields. Congratulations on this well deserved recognition!