Dr. Nikole Patson, a professor in The Ohio State University College of Arts and Sciences Department of Psychology and faculty member at The Ohio State University at Marion, has been selected as a recipient of The Ohio State University’s 2025 Alumni Award for Distinguished Teaching. Established during the 1959-1960 academic year, it is one of the university's most prestigious teaching awards.
University senior leadership surprised Patson with news of her selection during her 11 a.m. class on March 31, 2025. Presenting the award were Senior Vice Provost for Faculty, Patrick Louchouarn and Vice Provost for Academic Policy and Faculty Resources Helen Malone. In addition, Assistant Vice President for Advancement-Alumni Association, Andrea Bowlin presented Patson with a lucky Buckeye and an Ohio State block O pin on behalf of the alumni association. Patson shared with the crowd of students, university administration and faculty staff colleagues that she was overwhelmed by the honor.
“I think if you’ve read my materials, you know how much my students matter to me,” said Patson. “Being honored in this way means a great deal.”