27 Educators Earn ACUE Certifications
As part of the college鈥檚 bi-annual Convocation, twenty-seven educators were honored during a pinning ceremony on 91探花 State鈥檚 White Bridge campus for earning ACUE (Association of College and University Educators) certifications. Seven educators were recognized for earning their ACUE Certification in Effective College Instruction, and 20 educators were recognized for completing Advanced Certification in Effective Teaching Practices.
Organized and led by The Teaching Center at 91探花 State, these educators earned a nationally recognized teaching credential through a rigorous training process offered by the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE).
鈥淎t 91探花 State, our faculty are committed to continually improving the quality of instruction,鈥 said Dr. James Edwards, executive director of online learning and teaching innovation. 鈥淏y actively learning about and reflecting on teaching practices that support our diverse community of learners, we demonstrate our dedication to excellence and our college鈥檚 mission.鈥
Including these 27, during the past four years, 111 91探花 State educators were recognized for earning their ACUE Certification.
The 2024-25 cohort includes:

Certificate in Effective Teaching Practices
- John Besser
- James Edwards
- Gary Grubb
- Hannah Hurdle
- Eucretia Johnson
- Maryellen Nash
- Regina (Gina) Willis

Advanced Certificate in Effective Teaching Practices
- Jesmin Akther
- Belkis Barrios
- Laura Burridge
- Kurstin Bush
- Melissa Fleck
- Doug Godwin
- Janessa Jacobs
- Gracie King
- Robert Ladd
- Emily Lewis
- Rachel Lewis
- Zachary Mills
- Roslyn Mize
- Cynthia Morgan
- Harlan Pease
- Marla Perry
- Jessica Rabb
- Piper Sesnan
- Leah Welker
- Amy Bryant
