Office of Faculty Affairs
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Faculty Affairs Highlights and Updates
Erik Perrins will deliver his inaugural distinguished professor lecture, “Finding the Signal in the Noise: The Hidden Magic of Error Correcting Codes in Deep-Space Radios,” on Nov. 11.
Fifteen individuals at the University of Kansas Lawrence and Edwards campuses have earned instructional faculty promotions over the past year. “These educators represent some of the best in teaching and research excellence,” said Arash Mafi, chief academic officer, provost and executive vice chancellor.
Founded in 1899, the American Physical Society honors members with the designation of fellow for significant accomplishments in physics. Tapia Takaki was recommended for the honor by the society’s Division of Nuclear Physics.
KU faculty...
45
faculty named Fulbright Scholars from 2016-2026
1,700+
faculty and academic staff
85+
current Distinguished Professors from over 38 disciplines