Adriane Seiffert wins Inaugural Psychology Department Award for Innovation in Teaching
The Department of Psychology is thrilled to announce that Dr. Adriane Seiffert, Principal Senior Lecturer and Research Assistant Professor of Psychology, is the inaugural recipient of the Psychology Department Award for Innovation in Teaching: Instruction and Course Design. This award recognizes her outstanding contributions to enhancing student learning and engagement through innovative teaching methods.
In Spring 2024, Dr. Seiffert implemented a group-based learning strategy in her Industrial and Organizational Psychology course, transforming the classroom into a collaborative space where students applied key concepts in real-world scenarios. The feedback from students was overwhelmingly positive, with many praising how the group work deepened their understanding of course material and fostered a more inclusive learning environment.
Dr. Seiffert is a cornerstone of the department, teaching foundational courses such as General Psychology and Principles of Experimental Design, and mentoring students through the Honors program. Her dedication to both teaching and mentoring continues to make a profound impact on her students.
The Department congratulates Dr. Seiffert for this well-deserved honor, and for her commitment to advancing innovative teaching at Vanderbilt!