Dr. Simona Liguori, Assistant Professor of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, has been named a recipient of the 2024–2025 Tau Beta Pi NYQ Faculty Award. This distinguished honor recognizes faculty who demonstrate a sustained commitment to excellence in engineering education and student development.
The award, presented by Tau Beta Pi, the national engineering honor society, is reserved for educators who have made a significant difference in the academic and personal growth of engineering students. Recipients are selected based on nominations from student chapters, reflecting the genuine appreciation and admiration of those they teach and mentor.
Dr. Liguori was recognized for her outstanding teaching, her student-centered approach to learning, and her ability to connect classroom theory to real-world applications. Her contributions go beyond curriculum delivery, she fosters an inclusive and intellectually engaging environment that encourages students to push boundaries and think critically. In addition to her work in the classroom, Dr. Liguori actively supports student-led initiatives, research, and co-curricular development, helping to shape well-rounded and forward-thinking engineers.
Students consistently describe Dr. Liguori as approachable, inspiring, and deeply committed to their success, qualities that align perfectly with the mission of Tau Beta Pi and the spirit of the NYQ Faculty Award.
Once again, thank you for your remarkable contributions to both the Engineering Department and the broader Clarkson community. We are grateful to have faculty like you guiding the next generation of engineers.