Faculty Spotlight: Professor Praveen Abhayaratne
Faculty Spotlight: Professor Praveen Abhayaratne
Summer 2026 “Best in Class” Faculty Award Recipient
National American University congratulates Professor Praveen Abhayaratne, recipient of the Summer 2026 “Best in Class” Faculty Award.
The award recognizes faculty who demonstrate teaching excellence, encourage student engagement, and create supportive learning environments.
Professor Praveen Abhayaratne, Summer 2026 Best in Class Faculty Award recipient.
Professor Abhayaratne was recognized for bringing timely news, articles, and videos into weekly discussions, helping students connect course concepts with current events. His active participation in discussion forums and live class sessions creates opportunities for students to engage with complex material and with one another.
Colleagues also highlighted his detailed feedback, individualized academic challenges, and use of simulation-based assignments. These practices encourage critical thinking and give students opportunities to apply what they learn in demanding academic scenarios.
The Summer 2026 award criteria also emphasized ethical responsibility, alongside subject-matter expertise, inclusive instruction, and positive student experiences.
Congratulations, Professor Abhayaratne, and thank you for your commitment to students and to the National American University academic community.
