CHDFS Award Winners Spring 2026 – CEHHS Staff and Faculty Awards
We’re proud to celebrate our incredible staff and faculty who were honored with this year’s awards. Their dedication, creativity, and commitment to our community make a real difference every day.
We especially congratulations our CHDFS faculty members who were among the recognized! Your leadership, scholarship, and service continue to elevate our program and inspire our students. We’re grateful for all you do and thrilled to see your impact celebrated.
In order of appearance: Jordan Westcott, Ph.D. was given the Frances Speight Clark Award; Jennifer Moralejo, Ph.D. was presented the CEHHS Access and Engagement Award; Robin Anderson, M.S. was given the Dean’s Award for Non-Tenure Faculty Focus on Student Success; and Elsa Nownes, Ph.D. was given the Lura Odland Excellence Award.
Each of these awards reflects our faculty’s dedication to serving our students and building not just a place to learn, but a true community here at the University of Tennessee. Their commitment strengthens our program, enriches our campus, and helps create an environment where every student can thrive.
Thank you to each of our award recipients — and to all of our CHDFS faculty — for the heart, expertise, and unwavering dedication you bring to our students every day. Your work shapes futures, strengthens our community, and reflects the very best of the University of Tennessee. We’re grateful for all you do and proud to celebrate you.