Media Program Director Receives Faculty Excellence in Service Award from OMSE

Media Program Director Receives Faculty Excellence in Service Award from OMSE krhone Mon, 05/18/2026 - 15:58 Program NewsMedia, Self and Society NewsMedia, Self and Society program director and Merrill School of Journalism lecturer Alison Burns was named the 2026 faculty winner of the Office of Multi-ethnic Student Education's (OMSE) Excellence in Service Award at the office's annual Academy of Excellence spring awards ceremony.Each year, OMSE recognizes faculty, staff, tutors, and mentors who have made outstanding contributions to advancing the overall excellence of UMD students on campus.Burns was nominated by student Danny Chung-A-Fung, a member of the OMSE College Success Scholars program. He recognized Burns for giving her time to students and community activities, being an inspiring role model, and making a positive impact on the lives of our students. The nomination highlighted her work leading the Media Scholars program and our Digital Storytelling Camp, as well as her mentorship.May 15, 2026