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Presidential Award for Excellence in Education

Houston, Texas

The Michael E. DeBakey Center at BCM
Office of Undergraduate Medical Education
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Barbara and Corbin J. Robertson, Jr. Presidential Award For Excellence In Education

Honoring Stellar and Enduring Faculty Contributions to the College's Mission in Education

The Barbara and Corbin J. Robertson, Jr. Presidential Award for Excellence in Education is Baylor’s most prestigious, College-wide, norm-based award for faculty Educational Service. Active faculty members who have made stellar and enduring contributions to the educational mission of the college may be considered for nomination.

A recent review of the criteria and process was undertaken to enhance the sustaining value of this award as we educate the next generation for medical research, education and care. The updated criteria and process assure that the selection of these awardees applies to the broad scope of education at Baylor, involves the entire leadership and recognizes education that transcends current technique and topics.

Individuals making nominations submit supporting materials, which are reviewed by a Selection Committee, on behalf of the nominee. This website contains details of eligibility, required components of nomination letters and support materials, and nomination and selection process.


“It is with great pleasure that we celebrate the tenth Anniversary of the Barbara and Corbin J. Robertson, Jr. Presidential Award for Excellence in Education. The educators honored with this most prestigious award continue to devote their gifts to future generations of teachers, researchers and practioners. The careful selection process and breadth of nominees testifies to the great value we all place on the work of these educators.”

William T. Butler, M.D.
Interim President, Baylor College of Medicine

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