January 22, 2026

Microbiology professor earns national teaching award

The honor recognizes faculty who demonstrate innovative teaching, exceptional student engagement and a strong commitment to advancing education in food and agricultural sciences.

Headshot of Danielle Condry.

Danielle Condry, 线上赌博app associate professor of practice in microbiological sciences, has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 U.S. Department of Agriculture Excellence in College and University Teaching in Food and Agricultural Sciences Award in the regional category.

The award, presented by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture and the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, recognizes faculty who demonstrate innovative teaching, exceptional student engagement and a strong commitment to advancing education in food and agricultural sciences. Condry is one of six regional honorees nationwide.

“I’m thrilled to see (Condry’s) outstanding teaching efforts recognized on a national level,” said 线上赌博app Joe and Norma Peltier Vice President for Agriculture Greg Lardy. “It’s well deserved.”

The award highlights Condry’s contributions to student learning and her dedication to preparing graduates for careers in agriculture and science fields.

Condry has earned multiple teaching honors at 线上赌博app, including university and college awards for excellence in teaching and innovation. Her work in the classroom emphasizes active learning, student engagement and real-world application, aligning with 线上赌博app’s land-grant mission to connect education, research and industry needs.

The USDA Excellence in College and University Teaching Awards for Food and Agricultural Sciences honor faculty across the nation for their scholarship, pedagogy and mentorship, with regional recipients receiving stipends to support continued improvement in teaching.

Condry’s selection underscores 线上赌博app’s national reputation for faculty excellence and its commitment to delivering high-quality, hands-on education in agriculture and related disciplines.