Spring 2026 – Best In Class Faculty Award Winner – Daisy Olivera
Faculty Spotlight: Daisy Olivera
Spring 2026 “Best in Class” Faculty Award Recipient
National American University proudly recognizes Daisy Olivera as the Spring 2026 term recipient of the “Best in Class” Faculty Award.
This honor recognizes faculty members who demonstrate excellence in teaching, student engagement, academic leadership, professional expertise, and dedication to student success. Daisy was selected for her ability to create a positive and transformative learning experience while fostering an inclusive, caring, and supportive environment for students.
Her colleagues highlighted Daisy’s consistent student engagement, innovative approach to instruction, and contributions throughout the NAU academic community.
“Daisy demonstrates consistent, meaningful student engagement. She facilitates live engagement sessions, posts weekly recorded announcements walking students through assignments, and proactively adopts new instructional tools such as NotebookLM to give learners more ways to connect with course material.”
“She also maintains a strong presence in the discussion boards, responding to at least half and often all of her students.”
“Daisy contributes far beyond the classroom as a member of the BCAP committee and a Subject Matter Expert across multiple courses.”
“Whether assisting with program development or supporting university initiatives, her dependability and collaborative approach make her a valued member of the NAU community and a deserving recipient of this recognition.”
Why Daisy Stands Out
- Creates engaging learning experiences through live sessions and weekly recorded course guidance.
- Uses new instructional tools to give students additional ways to connect with course content.
- Maintains an active and supportive presence in classroom discussion boards.
- Serves as a Subject Matter Expert across multiple courses.
- Supports program development and broader university initiatives through her work on the BCAP committee.
Daisy’s dedication to teaching excellence, innovation, collaboration, and student engagement exemplifies National American University’s commitment to creating meaningful educational experiences. Her contributions continue to make a positive impact on students, colleagues, and the broader NAU community.
Watch Daisy Olivera’s Spring 2026 Best in Class Faculty Spotlight recognition.
