College of Social and Behavioral Science Faculty and Staff Awards

The College of Social and Behavioral Science celebrated faculty and staff excellence on April 14th at the annual Faculty and Staff Awards Celebration. 

The 2025-2026 award recipients have demonstrated excellence in teaching, research, student success, and operations. Their contributions not only reflect the highest standards of academic and professional achievement but also embody the college’s mission to promote knowledge, justice, and societal advancement.

"These awards are a highlight of my year,” says Michelle Camacho, dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Science. “They remind me what a privilege it has been to serve a college defined by this much talent, generosity, and grace. To everyone honored, and to everyone who makes CSBS what it is, thank you.”

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2025-2026 Award Recipients 

Superior Research Award

• Timothy Collins, Professor, School of Environment, Society & Sustainability
• Senior Category
• Katie Durante, Assistant Professor, Sociology & Criminology
• Early Career Category

 Superior Teaching Award

• Megan Reynolds, Associate Professor, Sociology & Criminology
• Senior Category
• Francisco Perez, Assistant Professor, Economics
• Early Career Category
• Duangkamol Karpinski, Assistant Professor (Lecturer), Economics
• Career Line Category

Advancing Access and Connecting Communities Award

• Lisa Aspinwall, Professor, Psychology

Excellence in Mentoring Award

• Thomas Maloney, Professor, Economics

 
Staff Excellence Award

• Alana Robison, Administrative Assistant, Sociology & Criminology
• More Than Three Years of Service Category
• Andrew Keihl, Facilities Management, CSBS Dean's Office
• Less Than Three Years of Service Category
• Ally Marringa, Director of Student Success, CSBS Dean's Office
• Standout Staff Category 

University of Utah Distinguished Mentor Award 

• Jeanine Stefanucci, Professor, Psychology

University of Utah Early Career Teaching Award

• Katie Durante, Assistant Professor, Sociology & Criminology  

The celebration reflects the collaborative spirit of the College of Social and Behavioral Science and the commitment to student education and experience, research, and community impact that are hallmarks of the University of Utah. Join us in congratulating this year’s honorees and recognizing the deep care and dedication they bring to the college and their work.