Student Led Teaching Awards – Winners Announced!

28 April 2026
We are delighted to announce the winners and shortlisted nominees of this year’s Student-Led Teaching Awards (SLTAs)!
 
A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate staff your thoughtful submissions and kind words truly highlight the incredible work taking place across the University.
 
These awards celebrate individuals who go above and beyond to support, inspire, and empower students. Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees!
 
Award Winners & Shortlists
 
Employability Enhancement Award
Shortlisted nominees: Craig Reoch, Kirsty Beaumont
Winner: Kirsty Beaumont
 
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Award
Shortlisted nominees: Dr Annie Kittel, Dr Beatriz Baragana, Dr Usha Mani
Winner: Dr Usha Mani
 
Innovative Teaching Award
Shortlisted nominees: Dr Edward Hall, Dr Ying Wu, Tara Harper
Winner: Tara Harper
 
Student Support Award
Shortlisted nominees: Scott McGregor, Dr Petya Dragneva, Fiona Grant
Winner: Fiona Grant
 
Staff–Student Collaboration Award
Shortlisted nominees: Dr Clement Seeballuck, Dr Steve Gellatly, Prof Chris Murray
Winner: Dr Clement Seeballuck
 
Best Module of the Year
Shortlisted nominees:

Dr Allan Kennedy (Scottish History 1660–1707)
Dr Henry McSorley & Dr Colin Crawford (BS32049 Immunology)
Prof Stephen Land (Research Skills 3A)
Winner: Dr Henry McSorley & Dr Colin Crawford (BS32049 Immunology)

Postgraduate Tutor of the Year
Shortlisted nominees: Dr Stephanie Schreven, Prof Ulrich Zachariae, Dr Charles Turkson
Winner: Dr Charles Turkson
 
Lecturer of the Year
Shortlisted nominees: Dr Arthur Crossman, Dr Kerry Richardson, Grant King
Winner: Dr Arthur Crossman
 
Advisor of the Year
Shortlisted nominees: Helena Gregory , Dr Evie Fioratou, Dr Jorunn Bos
Winner: Helena Gregory
 
Student Choice Award
Shortlisted nominees: Dr Kevin McConville, Dilip Jena, Argyro Kanaki
Winner: Dr Kevin McConville
 
Technician Excellence Award
Shortlisted nominees: Dr Elizabeth Martin, Dr Gary Callan, Dr Alan Black
Winner: Dr Alan Black
 
Once again, congratulations to all our incredible winners and nominees and thank you to every member of staff who continues to make a meaningful difference in student life every day 💙

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