IU South Bend Professor Honored with Prestigious Teaching Award

• The selection process includes a review committee that evaluates the sustained impact of instructors on student learning.
• Honorees must demonstrate support for diverse perspectives and innovative teaching practices.

Dr. Merhi's Teaching Philosophy

Expressing gratitude for the recognition, Dr. Merhi stated, "Receiving the 2025 Frederic Bachman Lieber Memorial Award for Teaching Excellence is both an incredible honor and a humbling recognition of the work I do with my students." He emphasizes creating an inclusive learning environment that encourages critical thinking.