Quinn Worthington, recipient of the Amit and Meena Chakma Award for Exceptional Teaching by a Student, 2021

Quinn Worthington, Earth and Environmental Sciences 

Quinn Worthington

Quinn Worthington, a master's student in Earth and Environmental Sciences, is recognized by her students and colleagues for her exceptional teaching, approachable personality, and passion for student success. Worthington’s personality has allowed students to approach her when they need help. A colleague remarked that “Quinn creates a positive atmosphere and students are naturally drawn to her and feel very comfortable asking her questions.” Worthington creates a risk-free learning environment by taking students’ incorrect answers, pointing out other criteria for students to consider, and guiding them to the correct answer. In the end, “students have turned their failures into a success.” Students have found Worthington to be exceptionally helpful. A student remarked that “I found Quinn to be exceptionally helpful. My first impression was how she was very approachable and knowledgeable, which made me feel more comfortable inquiring about geology.” 

Worthington has been a TA for EARTH 231 and EARTH 390.