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The University of Saint Joseph recognized the exceptional work of two biology professors during its 2025 Commencement ceremony, presenting them with the institution’s highest honors for teaching and research.
Assistant Professor of Biology Chadene Tremaglio, Ph.D., received the 2024 Reverend John J. Stack Teaching Excellence Award, which honors faculty who demonstrate outstanding contributions to student learning through innovative and impactful teaching. As part of this distinction, Tremaglio will deliver the 2025 Convocation address.
Biology Department Chair and Professor of Biology Irene Reed, Ph.D., received the 2024 Sister Mary Ellen Murphy Faculty Scholarship Award. Selected by a committee of past recipients, the award celebrates a faculty member with a record of exceptional research and creative work. It is named in honor of Mary Ellen Murphy, RSM, ’50, H’12, a chemistry professor and NASA consultant.
We are incredibly proud to celebrate Dr. Chadene Tremaglio and Dr. Irene Reed. Their passion for biology, commitment to their students, dedication to advancing science education, and engagement in scholarly pursuit exemplify the excellence, innovation, and student-centered mentorship that define the School of Arts, Sciences, Business, and Education.
Raouf Boules, Dean of the School of Arts, Sciences, Business, and Education