Katsuya Hirano Receives Distinguished Teaching Award

Congratulations to Professor Katsuya Hirano who has been named as a recipient of the Academic Senate’s Distinguished Teaching Award.

The goal of the UCLA Academic Senate Teaching Award is to increase awareness of UCLA’s leadership in teaching and public service by honoring individuals who bring respect and admiration to teaching, at UCLA. By recognizing teachers for their achievements, the award gives UCLA an opportunity to demonstrate to the community, alumni, students, parents, donors, and others what makes UCLA “a beacon of excellence in higher education.” These awards are an effective way to boost morale on campus and provide role models for faculty and students, and highlights best practices.