Cliff Craig Receives Distinguished Mentor Award

Cliff Craig Receives Distinguished Mentor Award

Professor Cliff Craig from the College of Natural Resources at Utah State University received the Distinguished Mentor Award for his contributions to geographic education in the United States.

Each year the National Council for Geographic Education recognizes an outstanding mentor. Craig was honored for excellence in teaching geography, working with teachers, providing workshops and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students. The National Council for Geographic Education works to enhance the status and quality of geography teaching and learning.

"I was elated to be recognized by my peers for my interest in increasing geography education," said Craig, a professor in the environment and society department. "The award reflects our effort to improve geographic education, not only here in Utah but nationally." (read more)

Learn more at the Utah Geographic Alliance Web site (www.usu.edu/cliff/uga.html) and the National Geogeraphic Society's Web site (www.nationalgeographic.com).