Awards
Penn State Intercom......March 15 , 2001

Materials Research Lab presents 3 awards

The Materials Research Laboratory (MRL) honored three of its own during a faculty and staff awards banquet at Toftrees Resort and Conference Center Hotel.

Susan Trolier-McKinstry, associate professor of ceramic science and engineering and associate director of MRL, was the recipient of the MRL Faculty Achievement Award. She was honored for her commitment to excellence in education, research and service to MRL and the University.

Joanne E. Aller received the MRL Administrative Staff Excellence Award in recognition of her outstanding service for enhancing the reputation of the Center for Dielectric Studies and ferroelectrics research.

Gaylord D. Shawver received the MRL Technical Staff Excellence Award in recognition of his outstanding service for making MRL a better place to work through his attitude and excellence in facilities maintenance and management.

Delco employee earns University-wide award

Sylvia Schaffer, assistant to the director of student services at Penn State Delaware County, was awarded the University-wide 2001 Outstanding Mentor of Adult Learners Award. The award is presented by the Alpha Sigma Lambda adult honor society.

This award is designed to recognize an exemplary faculty and/or staff member who demonstrates support for adult learners. All current faculty and staff members at any campus location were eligible for the award, which is given based on the following selection criteria: personal assistance, advocacy and personal qualities.

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