Congratulations to Junko Ito, who has been selected as a recipient for the 2025 ASUCD Excellence in Education Award!
Winners are nominated by students and the award honors teaching faculty for their dedication to students and undergraduate education.
Within the nominations, students spoke passionately about Ito's dedication to teaching and supportive learning environment. Here are just a few of the heartfelt comments received:
- “Professor Ito fosters an environment where we feel comfortable learning.”
- “She is a kind instructor who truly wants all her students to succeed.”
- "Ito sensei feels like an ally to us students, and like a good friend despite being our lecturer."
- “Sensei’s class is one of the only classes at UC Davis where I can confidently say that I learn something every day I attend.”