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Excellence in Part-Time Teaching Award

Recognizing Ashley Harlow: 2024 Excellence in Part-time Teaching Award Recipient

The Excellence in Part-time Teaching Award recognizes exceptional teaching and instructional activity by part-time faculty members at the University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO). Dedicated and effective instructors are a university’s most important asset. At UNO, we have among us those whose performance merits special attention.


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Ashley Harlow, Ph.D.

Department of Management
College of Business Administration

Dr. Ashley Harlow has an outstanding track record of student engagement, innovation, and mentorship. He brings a rare combination of clinical psychology expertise and business insight to the classroom, providing students with a holistic perspective on leadership and organizational behavior. His background as a licensed psychologist gives him a distinctive edge in teaching key courses like the MBS Leadership Skills and undergraduate Managing Change and Innovation.

Dr. Harlow’s teaching philosophy centers around student engagement and practical application of theoretical concepts. He has developed and taught multiple courses where he integrates innovative methods, such as social media, case studies, and competency-based education to engage students in real-world problem-solving. His collaboration with the Office of Digital Learning has been particularly impactful, where he worked closely to develop fully online versions of his courses. His dedication to continuous improvement is evident in his efforts to mentor new instructors and collaborate with colleagues on refining course assessments and outcomes.

Many students have mentioned Dr. Harlow’s dedication to their personal and professional growth, expressing gratitude for his mentorship and support. One student stated, “Professor Harlow stands out as one of the most compassionate and genuine educators I have encountered…His innovative approach to teaching transformed online learning into an engaging, enlightening, and highly effective experience.” Many of Dr. Harlow’s students have gone on to pursue successful careers equipped with the leadership and organizational skills they gained in his courses.

His innovative teaching practices, ongoing engagement with students, and collaborative spirit have enriched the learning experience for countless students at UNO.


Nomination Information

The Excellence in Part-time Teaching Award application consists of a nomination form and nomination materials, all of which are due electronically on the following dates:

  • Nomination form: March 1
  • Nomination materials: April 1

Download the Excellence in Part-Time Teaching Award nomination criteria and forms


Year Recipient Department/School
2023 Coral Hannah Teacher Education

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