About the Event

In this 90-minute virtual showcase, the three 2025 recipients of West Coast Teaching Excellence Awards will share their award-winning approaches to teaching and pedagogical innovation with colleagues across B.C. and the Yukon. In the Q&A that follows, they will also answer questions about their experience being nominated for this relatively new teaching award aimed at recognizing excellence in post-secondary teaching.

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This session may be recorded, archived, and shared.

About the Recipients

Dr. Lee Beavington, Kwantlen Polytechnic University 

Dr. Lee Beavington is recognized for his innovative approaches to curriculum delivery, particularly in assignment and assessment design. His reflective teaching practice at KPU and responsiveness to student needs are well demonstrated, as is his willingness to share teaching innovations and open resources.

Dr. Anka Lekhi, University of British Columbia (Vancouver)

Dr. Anka Lekhi is recognized for her focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion, and her innovative approaches to student learning. She has created tremendous learning opportunities for students, and has played a leading role in a major UBC initiative to enhance higher education opportunities in science for international students who are English language learners.

Dr. Sarah Yercich, Capilano University

Dr. Sarah Yercich is recognized for her innovative approaches to curriculum delivery at Capilano University, including her use of student-led learning, collaborative learning assignments, gamification, and real-world experiential learning opportunities, as well as her investment in community-based projects.