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Nominations are solicited annually
from the faculty of the College of Agricultural Sciences for awards in
teaching, research, and extension. (2010 FORMS: NOT AVAILABLE at this
time )
2009
Gamma Sigma Delta Faculty Award Winners in Teaching, Research and Extension:
- Research:
C. Peter Romaine (Plant Pathology)
- Teaching: Edward
C. Jaenicke (Ag Economics and Rural Sociology)
- Extension:
Patricia M. Comerford (Dairy and Animal Science)
Dr. Romaine (Research),
Comerford (Extension), Dr. Jaenicke (Teaching)
C. Peter Romaine.
Dr. Romaine’s research program has followed a very focused approach
of examining the viral and fungal pathologies of edible mushrooms at the
organismal and molecular levels. He has applied molecular tools to answer
questions that help growers manage the production threat from La France,
green mold and Verticillium diseases. His research focuses on a species
of major economic importance (especially to Pennsylvania, which accounts
for 59% of total U.S. mushroom production valued at over $880 million).
Due to the quality and considerable productivity of Dr. Romaine’s
research program, he has emerged as a highly renowned scientist and internationally
respected authority on mycoviruses. He is currently working on the rapid
production of vaccines and other therapeutic proteins in altered mushrooms
that would provide commercial spawn makers with a new dimension of mushroom
products having market values far exceeding that of the conventional food
end usage. Dr. Romaine is internationally recognized for his practical
contributions in the field of plant pathology and mushroom science.
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Patricia M. Comerford.
Ms. Comerford is an outstanding leader in her role as State Extension
Horse Specialist. This exceptional educator has worked collaboratively
with numerous individuals to develop comprehensive guidelines, curricula
and reference materials for both youth and adult equine enthusiasts. She
is not only a leader in the state 4-H horse program; she also provides
expertise and input to the USDA, the equine industry, governmental organizations,
equine professionals, and the academic community on educational issues.
Her service on the American Youth Horse Council has been exemplary. Previous
recognition has included: Distinguished Service award from the American
Youth Horse Council, Equine Educator of the Year Award from the American
Association for Horsemanship Safety, and the Ayer-Hammett Award from the
American Medical Equestrian Association.
Edward C. Jaenicke.
Dr. Jaenicke has established himself as an extraordinarily effective,
knowledgeable, and dedicated teacher at both the undergraduate and graduate
level. Utilizing a variety of innovative teaching methods, his teaching
focuses on firm-level decisions in the food and agricultural supply chain
from food manufacturers through retailers. Class sizes range between 20
and over 100 students. His enthusiasm for the subject matter, comprehensive
understanding of the material, and skill in fostering class discussion,
combined with his warm personal style and openness to alternative perspectives
encourages students to engage in critical thinking and to master the content
and application of the subject matter. Dr. Jaenicke is recipient of a
number of awards including a special Certificate of Recognition from the
Student Support Services Mentoring Program and the Community of Teaching
Excellence Award in the College of Agricultural Sciences. Peer evaluators
of Dr. Jaenicke’s classroom teaching rate him as “one of our
finest teachers” and report that “he raises the standard for
others.”
Past
Faculty Awardees
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