Michalisin wins "Excellence Through Commitment" award

Michael Michalisin (left) accepts his award from Dean J. Dennis Cradit, dean of the College of Business.

Michael D. Michalisin, associate professor of management, won the University's "Excellence Through Commitment" award.

He received $3,000 outright plus a matching amount through the Office of the Provost to support professional activities during the next fiscal year. The Alumni Association presented him with a watch during a ceremony on April 22.

Michalisin brings professional business and consulting experience, innovative teaching techniques and knowledge of the latest developments in strategic management to the classroom.

Known for up-to-date, relevant course material, Michalisin is highly regarded by students at all levels; his teaching evaluations consistently rank him as good to excellent. He has won recognition for his teaching in seven of the last 11 years. He also serves as a mentor for both current and former students.

Michalisin earned his bachelor's degree in 1985 from The Pennsylvania State University, his master's of business administration in 1992 from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, and his doctorate in 1996 from Kent State University in Kent, Ohio. He is also a certified public accountant.