Each year Labette Community College honors an adjunct faculty member during the fall semester. The instructor is nominated by students.

Dr. William “Bill” Wilcox recently received the 2006 Adjunct Faculty of the Year award. Wilcox has taught History and American Government courses at LCC since 1999.

A passion for teaching, student interaction, and positive learning environment are a few reasons why students nominate instructors. Students in Dr. Wilcox’s classes expressed each of these attributes in his nomination letters.

“Dr. Wilcox is very concerned with the needs of every student. He spends quality time preparing lessons and giving students instruction on how they can improve. This is evident in the amount of participation that the students exhibit in the classroom, and how much the instructor knows about the subject matter,” said one student.

“Dr. Wilcox is a very caring teacher who has a strong passion for his job and students,” said another student.

“He should receive the adjunct faculty award because he cares about the students and he attends ball games with his spouse.”

When asked how he felt about receiving the award, Dr. Wilcox responded, “I am so honored my students nominated me. I enjoy teaching, it’s what I’ve done for so long. I am truly honored to receive this award.”