Prof Mordecai GOLIN Awarded Michael G Gale Medal for Distinguished Teaching (2008)
The Michael G Gale Medal for Distinguished Teaching was established by the University Council in 1994 to recognize an academic staff member who best exemplifies the continued pursuit of excellence, devotion to teaching and ability to inspire and motivate.
Established by the University Council to commemorate the late Council Founding Member Michael G Gale for his outstanding contribution, this year the award goes to Prof Mordecai J GOLIN, a Computer Science and Engineering Professor and expert in the design and anlaysis of algorithms.
Prof GOLIN received his doctorate from Princeton University and joined the University in 1993. He is currently the Chair of the Senate Committee on Postgraduate Studies and his Department's 334 Conversion Committee. Twice voted by students as one of the Top Ten Best Lecturers, he is also a four-time recipient of the School of Engineering's Teaching Awards.
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