by Taylor Kilgore
The University of West Georgia College of Education’s Dr. Robert Morris was honored with the induction into the Eleanor Roosevelt Chapter of the Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education. Dr. Morris will be inducted into this chapter of the prestigious honor society at the 50th Biennial Convocation held in Orlando, Florida, October 22. This chapter of the society honors long-term contributions to society in the field of education.
“Kappa Delta Pi is one of the few organizations I know of that really tries to be a part of teachers’ lives throughout their careers,” he said.
Dr. Morris exemplifies the criterion of the ideal member of this charter through service as an officer and counselor, service to a local and national chapter, attending convocations, serving as a reviewer of manuscripts, articles, as well as editing, and providing a leadership role within the education community, just to name a few. During his time as dean of education at the University of Indianapolis, Dr. Morris started a Kappa Delta Pi chapter.
Dr. Dianne Hoff, dean of the College of Education, commented on his accomplishments.
“I am so proud of Dr. Morris for this lifetime achievement award,” she said. “It is truly and honor for him to be named as one of 100 living members recognized for service to educators.”
Dr. Morris’ educational interests include curriculum development, innovative instructional programs, youth at risk, discipline issues, and school violence. He has been a member of Kappa Delta Pi since 1984 and at the University of West Georgia since 1993. Dr. Morris’ drive to be an excellent teacher derives from “a connection with his students and teaching them something that makes a difference.”
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