Nominate Your TRNS 201 Instructor

Nominations for TRNS 201 instructors are accepted in November for Fall TRNS 201 seminars.

TRNS 201 Instructor of The Year

Recognizes a TRNS 201 Instructor who demonstrates a passion for supporting transfer students. It recognizes an instructor who emulates the values we have in First-Year Programs – devoted to making and supporting a positive first year experience at UT. The recipient is nominated by their own students and honors their classroom performance, leadership, and ability to build community within the classroom.

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Which instructor are you nominating for Instructor of the Year?
Part 1
For the following section please provide a score for each of the criteria (1-poor, 2 – ok, 3 - neutral; no opinion, 4 - good, 5 - great). The following statements will focus on Sense of Time, Command of Class, Communication, and Helpfulness of your instructor. If you provide an answer for all of part I, 1 raffle ticket will be submitted for a UTK Swag Basket.
Instructor was punctual to class.
Instructor was aware of when students were missing.
Instructor showed self-confidence during class.
Instructor provided a structured lesson during class.
Instructor was excited to teach.
Instructor encouraged in-class discussion.
Instructor made sure their message was understood
Helped students in focusing on their personal strengths.
Instructor paid attention to life of students and asked questions.
Part II
Your scores above provide us with context. To learn more about your experience with your TRNS 201 instructor and why they deserve to be the recipient of the Transfer Instructor of the Year Award, please answer the following. If you provide answers to all of Part II, 2 additional raffle tickets will be submitted for a UT Swag Basket.
How did your TRNS 201 instructor contribute to your transition to UT? Can you describe a time when your TRNS 201 contributed to your success at UT. Such as during a lesson, conversation, or activity during or outside of class.
What qualities does your instructor have that make them a great instructor and advocate for transfer students?
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The University of Tennessee, Knoxville

First-Year Programs Division of Student Success

Nominate Your TRNS 201 Instructor

TRNS 201 Instructor of The Year

Part 1

Part II