Anthropology GTA Kelsey Shearer was one of 21 GTAs to receive a 2025-2026 Graduate Associate Teaching Award from the Graduate School!  The Graduate Associate Teaching Award is Ohio State’s highest recognition of the exceptional teaching provided by graduate students serving as Graduate Teaching Associates. GATA winners receive a one-time $2,000 award for their accomplishments and are honored at the annual Graduate School Awards Ceremony. 

The committee looks for evidence of the following:

• Evidence that the nominee excels in carrying out the responsibilities associated with their GA appointment
• Ability to stimulate thinking and develop understanding among students
• Use of varied teaching techniques appropriate to course content and students
• Superior organizational skills in relation to course development and management
• Excellent knowledge of and enthusiasm for course subject matter
• Resourcefulness in presenting course material
• Willingness and ability to solicit and reflect on feedback about teaching and to implement changes for improvement
• Ability to demonstrate that their courses resulted in significant student learning

Congratulations, Kelsey on this well deserved award!