To hear John Price tell it, his work in experimental physics most resembles the preparation of an Ikea assembly guide. “What I'm trying to do is better understand the structure of the atomic nucleus and its constituents–protons and neutrons,” says Price, professor of physics at CSUDH. “Let's say you go to Ikea and purchase a proton construction kit. I'm one of the guys writing the book that explains how it gets put together.” Price has spent the better part of two decades pioneering research into how short-lived beams can be used to better map atomic nuclei. It is in acknowledgement of this groundbreaking research that Price has been named the 2023 Excellence in Research, ... Read More
Archives for April 2023
Horace Crogman Wins 2023 Lyle E. Gibson Distinguished Teacher Award
Innovation has become a byword for Horace Crogman. As an associate professor of physics at CSUDH, he is a vocal advocate for active learning strategies in the classroom. What drives that innovation is a desire to find new educational pathways, not just for physics but for all academic disciplines. Crogman's efforts to improve academic outcomes by creating deeper educational connections has earned him the 2023 Lyle E. Gibson Distinguished Teacher Award. “This award is in part a vindication of my firm commitment to embracing new methodologies to reach students where they are and giving them the critical tools necessary for success,” Crogman says. “I want every student to know how ... Read More
Barbara Belmont Named 2023 Catherine H. Jacobs Outstanding Faculty Lecturer
After more than twenty years of being a faculty member at CSUDH, chemistry lecturer Barbara Belmont says she is still “wiggly” every day with the excitement of teaching. “My first career goal was to be a teacher, and it was a long road to get here,” Belmont explains. “I was a first-generation college student. I had nearly 25 years of industrial experience before beginning my teaching career, and I'm not a Ph.D. or tenure track. However, my non-traditional path to higher education instruction makes me exceptionally confident about teaching. My experiences inform my approach in the classroom.” Belmont has every reason to be confident, as her enthusiasm and dedication have earned ... Read More
Laura Talamante Wins 2023 Outstanding Professor Award
Professor of History Laura Talamante values her connections with her students, her colleagues, and her research. She thrives off of meaningful interactions, and is always seeking ways to make learning more enjoyable and relevant both in and out of the classroom. “Seeing the students light up is such a joy,” she says. “I love those moments when I can help them really engage with their education.” Over the course of her 15 years at CSUDH, Talamante has brought an impressive amount of programming to campus to do just that–most recently with the It Takes a Village series and the CSUDH Women's Leadership Workshops. She has done so while serving in a variety of roles, including as Academic ... Read More
Thomas Norman Wins 2023 Excellence in Service Award
Whether he's mentoring Toro business students in organization and leadership or serving on the board of directors of the CSUDH Foundation, Professor of Management Thomas Norman is one of the busiest people on campus. Why does Norman spend so much time on activities and programs in addition to his teaching responsibilities? “It's this sincere desire I have to help take care of and help our young learners,” he says. “I'm all about helping them connect to what most of them want–a better job.” Norman's work in mentoring students in research labs, executive committees, and boards all stem from his dedication to going the extra mile for Toro students. His hard work has earned him the 2023 ... Read More
