spotlight shining on the words faculty spotlightWelcome to our Faculty Spotlight, a platform dedicated to recognizing and appreciating educators who are driving positive change in education. In each spotlight, we take a glimpse at the professional journeys of UMB faculty members, shedding light on their innovative approaches and commitment to educational excellence. 

  • Dr. Jaclyn Clark spearheaded the creation of an online training program for visiting residents at the R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center.

  • Dr. Glenn Canares, UMB School of Dentistry, shares his thoughts on the benefits of mentoring.

  • Dr. Scott J. Riley shares his thoughts on effective teaching, emphasizing student engagement, feedback, and accessibility. 

  • Dr. Jeffery Price shares his method of guiding student learning at UMB School of Dentistry.

  • Dr. Amy Ives, Director, Abilities Lab, School of Pharmacy

    Dr. Amy Ives describes the process of reworking curriculum to incorporate student feedback.

  • Dr. Tiffany Buckley discusses how she makes evidence based medicine a cornerstone of her teaching.

  • Dr. Lauren Hynicka talks about the creation of an innovative interprofessional culinary medicine course designed for health professionals.

  • Dr. Larissa Odessky discusses transforming healthcare education with technology.

  • Dr. Lynn McPherson shares her experience of using adaptive release in an instructional activity on pain assessment.

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