Distinguished Scholars Program to recognize faculty for excellence in research, April 5

An icon graphic representing Research in Action, from the Beyond Boundries Strategic PlanThe Office of Research and Innovation will host the Distinguished Scholars Program on Tuesday, April 5, from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the AMU Ballrooms. 

The following 12 faculty members will be recognized for outstanding achievement in research and scholarships: 

Lawrence G. Haggery Faculty Award for Excellence in Research 

  • Dr. Eugenia Afinoguenova, chair and professor of Spanish in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences 

Way Klingler Fellowship 

  • Dr. Elizabeth Angeli, associate professor of English in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences 
  • Dr. Jodi Melamed, associate professor of English in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences 
  • Dr. Marcus Plested, professor of theology in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences 
  • Dr. Elaine Spiller, associate professor of mathematical and statistical sciences in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences 
  • Dr. Chae Yi, professor of chemistry in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences 

Way Klingler Early Career 

  • Dr. Joseph Clark, assistant professor of chemistry in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences 
  • Dr. Jacklynn Fitzgerald, assistant professor of psychology in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences 
  • Dr. Nate Lemoine, assistant professor of biological sciences in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences 
  • Dr. Walter McDonald, assistant professor of civil, construction and environmental engineering in the Opus College of Engineering 
  • Dr. Lee Za Ong, assistant professor of counselor education and counseling psychology in the College of Education 

Participating Faculty Research Award 

  • Dr. Michael Olson, visiting assistant professor of philosophy in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences 

Faculty should register via the link indicated on their invitation by Monday, March 28. 

For questions or special needs, please contact University Special Events at universityspecialevents@marquette.edu or (414) 288-7431. 

Learn more about the Office of Research and Innovation.