{"id":1404,"date":"2024-07-25T16:16:25","date_gmt":"2024-07-25T20:16:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/?p=1404"},"modified":"2024-07-25T16:16:25","modified_gmt":"2024-07-25T20:16:25","slug":"recognizing-excellence-the-first-bingham-endowed-chairs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/summer-2024\/recognizing-excellence-the-first-bingham-endowed-chairs\/","title":{"rendered":"Recognizing excellence: The first Bingham Endowed chairs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-style-default\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:500px;aspect-ratio:unset;\" id=\"cover\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-charcoal-background-color has-background-dim-10 has-background-dim\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-4.jpg\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-post-image\" alt=\"Transylvania University Bingham Endowed Chair Professor Qian Gao Teaching students\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"17% 43%\" style=\"object-position:17% 43%;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-4.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-4-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-4-730x411.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-4-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-4-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-4-690x388.jpg 690w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-4-810x456.jpg 810w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-4-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cover-header is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide has-standard-condensed-font-family\" id=\"h-recognizing-excellence-the-first-bingham-endowed-chairs\"><strong><strong>Recognizing excellence: The first Bingham Endowed chairs<\/strong><\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-neue-haas-grotesk-text-font-family\">by Julie Martinez<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>Transylvania University recently celebrated its first Bingham Endowed Chairs: professors Paul Duffin, Qian Gao and Frank Russell. These outstanding educators were chosen through a thorough selection process led by Jonathan Berkey, a professor at Davidson College. He praised Transylvania&#8217;s teaching talent. Christopher Young, chair of the Bingham Fund board, commended the inaugural group for their dedication to the university and excellence in teaching. President Brien Lewis highlighted the importance of the Bingham Fund in attracting and retaining top educators, essential for empowering and inspiring students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-meet-the-inaugural-bingham-endowed-chairs\">Meet the inaugural Bingham Endowed chairs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The appointment of Paul Duffin, Qian Gao and Frank Russell as the inaugural Bingham Endowed Chairs marks a significant milestone for Transylvania University. These five-year appointments will provide base salary, benefits and an additional $25,000 annual award to honor innovative teaching that exemplifies Transylvania\u2019s dedication to providing the highest quality educational experience for its students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"2024 Bingham Endowed Chairs for Teaching Excellence at Transylvania University\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dkrTnmxq7CU?feature=oembed&rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fostering-lifelong-scientists\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">Fostering lifelong scientists<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Paul Duffin, associate professor of biology, embodies the essence of engaging and dynamic teaching. \u201cI am fond of saying that any day spent in the lab is a good day, and so my favorite moments at Transylvania University tend to be in the lab, when students are not reading about science, but actually doing science and being scientists themselves,\u201d he said. Specializing in molecular microbiology and bacterial genetics, Duffin emphasizes the importance of hands-on learning, where students transition from absorbing scientific concepts to practicing and embodying the role of scientists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"730\" height=\"411\" src=\"http:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Paul-Duffin-Class-6-730x411.jpg\" alt=\"Transylvania University Bingham Endowed Chair Professor Paul Duffin teaching students\" class=\"wp-image-1503\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Paul-Duffin-Class-6-730x411.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Paul-Duffin-Class-6-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Paul-Duffin-Class-6-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Paul-Duffin-Class-6-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Paul-Duffin-Class-6-690x388.jpg 690w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Paul-Duffin-Class-6-810x456.jpg 810w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Paul-Duffin-Class-6-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Paul-Duffin-Class-6.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>I strive to foster a community of lifelong learning. Lifelong curiosity tends to lead itself to engage citizens who are responsible and socially aware.<\/p><cite>Paul Duffin, Bingham Endowed Chair<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Duffin&#8217;s approach is rooted in evidence-based practices that prioritize student empowerment and independent learning. By focusing on pedagogical strategies that provide rigorous and effective teaching, he aims to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to explore science on their own. His philosophy centers on engaging students in laboratory exercises and fostering a community of lifelong learners.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the lab, Duffin is committed to developing interdisciplinary courses, which blend different disciplines. His collaboration with a philosophy colleague to explore how epidemics shape societies exemplifies this innovative spirit. Duffin cherishes the relationships he builds with students, guiding them from their first year through graduation and beyond. His dedication to incorporating real-world issues and recent developments into classroom discussions contextualizes theoretical knowledge, making it relevant and exciting for students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/bingham\/bingham-endowed-chairs\/paul-duffin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn More \u2014 Professor of Biology and Bingham Endowed Chair&nbsp;Paul Duffin<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cultivating-global-citizens\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">Cultivating Global Citizens<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Qian Gao, professor of Chinese language and culture, also exemplifies dedication to engaging and inspiring students. Gao\u2019s approach is characterized by cultural infusion, student-centered learning and technology-assisted instruction. She believes in the power of an intimate educational environment, where smaller class sizes at Transylvania allow for personalized mentorship and a close-knit community of lifelong learners. Her commitment to continuous improvement and innovative pedagogy is evident in her efforts to inspire and guide students to become well-rounded, independent thinkers ready to tackle post-college challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"730\" height=\"411\" src=\"http:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-3-730x411.jpg\" alt=\"Transylvania University Bingham Endowed Chair Professor Qian Gao Teaching students\" class=\"wp-image-1504\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-3-730x411.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-3-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-3-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-3-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-3-690x388.jpg 690w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-3-810x456.jpg 810w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Qian-Gao-Class-3.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>Excellence in teaching, for me, means not only to teach students a set of knowledge, information or skills. More importantly, I think it also includes a passion for teaching and a passion for caring for students.<\/p><cite>Qian Gao, Bingham Endowed Chair<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Gao emphasizes real-world applications in her teaching. By using authentic materials and immersive experiences, she brings the richness of Chinese culture to the classroom. Her interdisciplinary course development reflects her innovative spirit, blending different fields to provide a comprehensive educational experience. Gao\u2019s favorite moments in teaching often come when she sees her students\u2019 eyes light up with curiosity and excitement. Her ultimate goal is to cultivate global citizens who appreciate diverse perspectives and are equipped to engage thoughtfully with the world. Her research in modern Chinese literature and film informs her vibrant and immersive teaching style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/bingham\/bingham-endowed-chairs\/qian-gao\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn More \u2014 Professor of Chinese Language and Culture and Bingham Endowed Chair&nbsp;Qian Gao<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bridging-the-past-and-present\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">Bridging the Past and Present<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Frank Russell, professor of history and classics, is another example of the scholarly passion and teaching excellence Transylvania values. His journey with the Bingham program is marked by a personal investment in transforming the endowment from a mere salary supplement to a catalyst for future pedagogical innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"730\" height=\"411\" src=\"http:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Frank_Russell-Class-15-730x411.jpg\" alt=\"Transylvania University Bingham Endowed Chair Professor Frank Russell teaching.\" class=\"wp-image-1502\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Frank_Russell-Class-15-730x411.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Frank_Russell-Class-15-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Frank_Russell-Class-15-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Frank_Russell-Class-15-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Frank_Russell-Class-15-690x388.jpg 690w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Frank_Russell-Class-15-810x456.jpg 810w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Frank_Russell-Class-15-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/third-and-broadway\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2024\/07\/Transylvania_Bingham-Endowed-Chair-Frank_Russell-Class-15.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>Excellence in teaching is about stewardship \u2014 responsibility to the tradition of inquiry and the care and service of students.<\/p><cite>Frank Russell, Bingham Endowed Chair<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Frank Russell, professor of history and classics, is an example of the passion and teaching excellence that Transylvania values. His work with the Bingham program goes beyond just enhancing his salary; he&#8217;s turning it into a springboard for future teaching innovations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Russell&#8217;s dedication to mentorship and connecting students with new opportunities shows his belief in the transformative power of education. He\u2019s always looking to expand Transylvania&#8217;s global reach, working on projects that bridge cultural and academic gaps. He dreams of long-term collaborations with an excavation site in Antioch, Turkey, and stronger ties with Hellenic American University in Athens. These projects aim to give students immersive international experiences, fostering hands-on learning and cross-cultural understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cMy teaching philosophy isn\u2019t about just conveying knowledge,\u201d Russell said. \u201cIt\u2019s about being a catalyst for students to pursue their own knowledge. I don\u2019t just go over assigned readings; I react to students\u2019 reactions to those readings. I try to keep the conversation going rather than just answering questions.\u201d Russell\u2019s research includes ancient history, military and political intelligence, and counter-insurgency. By engaging students in lively discussions, he encourages critical thinking and a deeper understanding of historical contexts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/bingham\/bingham-endowed-chairs\/frank-russell\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn More \u2014 Professor of History and Classics and Bingham Endowed Chair&nbsp;Frank Russell<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group header-divider is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-more-from-this-issue\">More from this 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professors Paul Duffin, Qian Gao and Frank Russell. These outstanding educators were chosen through a thorough selection process led by Jonathan Berkey, a professor at Davidson College. He praised Transylvania&#8217;s teaching talent. 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