Congratulations to the following School of Music, Theatre, and Dance faculty and staff who have been recognized by Colorado State University for their achievements and service.
Distinguished Professor Award:
Joel Bacon – Distinguished Professor of Music; Stewart and Sheron Golden Chair in Organ and Liturgical Studies; Fr. Don Willette Chair of Catholic Studies
The title is the greatest academic honor that may be bestowed upon tenured faculty members at CSU. Only 2% of the university’s total tenured faculty may be granted the rank, which is designed to confer honor and to demonstrate CSU’s commitment to academic excellence. Read about the award.
Scholarship Impact Award: Recent Achievement
This award recognizes those whose scholarship has had a major impact nationally and/or internationally.
Rebecca Phillips – Professor of Music, Director of Bands
Faculty Excellence: Research Scholar
This award recognizes especially notable scholarly or creative achievement by an early career professor represented by a high-impact publication; establishment of an exceptional center or research team; or outstanding invention, innovation or artistic accomplishment.
Cayla Bellamy-Lanz – Associate Professor of Music, Bassoon
Milestones
10-Year
Dan Goble – Director of the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance
Nathan Payant – Assistant Professor of Practice, Music; Administrative Coordinator of Music Education; Choral Director
Valerie Reed – Assistant Events Manager
Lindsey Wilhelm – Associate Professor of Music; Music Therapy; Internship Coordinator
20-Year
Forest Greenough – Associate Professor of Music, Double Bass
Joel Bacon – Distinguished Professor of Music; Stewart and Sheron Golden Chair in Organ and Liturgical Studies; Fr. Don Willette Chair of Catholic Studies
Judy Bejerano – Senior Instructor of Dance; Improvisation, Choreography, and Modern Technique
25-Year
Heather Bellotti – Human Resources Partner