Troy University Athletics
Michael Orlofsky Named 2019 Faculty Member of the Year
6/24/2019 9:59:00 AM | General
Sun Belt Conference Release
TROY, Ala. – Troy University English professor Michael Orlofsky has been tabbed a 2019 Faculty Member of the Year as announced by the Sun Belt Conference office on Monday morning.Â
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This award recognizes a faculty member from each Sun Belt institution who displays valuable classroom skills such as developing relationships, being a good communicator and showing a passion for teaching, engaging and inspiring students, while also separating themselves from their peers outside the classroom by regularly attending athletics events and displaying enthusiasm for the athletics department.
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"These educators continue to go above and beyond to positively impact the lives of students and student-athletes at our Sun Belt universities. We are honored to recognize their dedication to student success on their respective campuses," said Sun Belt Commissioner Keith Gill.Â
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Orlofsky is an English professor in the College of Communication and Fine Arts. In addition, Orlofsky serves as Faculty Marshal for Troy University Commencement Ceremonies and is a member of the Hall-Waters Prize Steering Committee.
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Orlofsky earned his bachelor's degree in English from Jacksonville State University, master's degree in English with an emphasis in writing from Penn State University and a Master of Fine Arts degree from the University of Iowa Writers' Workshop
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A highlight of Orlofsky's professional career includes receiving Troy University's Ingalls Award.
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 "Mr. Orlofsky truly is an exceptional example of a students' teacher. He always puts his students first and ensures their success in everything they do," stated rising sophomore and Troy football student-athlete, Austin Stidham.
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The Sun Belt Conference's 12 honorees come from nearly 10,000 full-time faculty members. The combined enrollment across the conference is more than 160,000 students with student-athletes comprising more than 3,100.Â
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TROY, Ala. – Troy University English professor Michael Orlofsky has been tabbed a 2019 Faculty Member of the Year as announced by the Sun Belt Conference office on Monday morning.Â
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This award recognizes a faculty member from each Sun Belt institution who displays valuable classroom skills such as developing relationships, being a good communicator and showing a passion for teaching, engaging and inspiring students, while also separating themselves from their peers outside the classroom by regularly attending athletics events and displaying enthusiasm for the athletics department.
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"These educators continue to go above and beyond to positively impact the lives of students and student-athletes at our Sun Belt universities. We are honored to recognize their dedication to student success on their respective campuses," said Sun Belt Commissioner Keith Gill.Â
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Orlofsky is an English professor in the College of Communication and Fine Arts. In addition, Orlofsky serves as Faculty Marshal for Troy University Commencement Ceremonies and is a member of the Hall-Waters Prize Steering Committee.
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Orlofsky earned his bachelor's degree in English from Jacksonville State University, master's degree in English with an emphasis in writing from Penn State University and a Master of Fine Arts degree from the University of Iowa Writers' Workshop
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A highlight of Orlofsky's professional career includes receiving Troy University's Ingalls Award.
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 "Mr. Orlofsky truly is an exceptional example of a students' teacher. He always puts his students first and ensures their success in everything they do," stated rising sophomore and Troy football student-athlete, Austin Stidham.
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The Sun Belt Conference's 12 honorees come from nearly 10,000 full-time faculty members. The combined enrollment across the conference is more than 160,000 students with student-athletes comprising more than 3,100.Â
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